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Matt Mather // Modern Seattle

Modern homes have always been my focus. Compass | Modernae

I help buyers & sellers navigate Seattle’s $1M–$2.5M market with a curated approach to MCM, contemporary & design-forward homes across Capitol Hill, Madrona, Queen Anne, Magnolia & beyond.

06/06/2026

June has always felt like more than a bridge between spring and summer.

As Pride Month begins, I’ve been reflecting on what home really means—not just the place we live, but the people we share it with, the communities we build, and the freedom to be ourselves.

This month’s newsletter also explores a few of the architects and homes that continue to inspire me, from Tom Kundig to the Eames House, along with a look at Seattle’s evolving real estate market as inventory continues to rise and buyers enjoy more choice than we’ve seen in years.

Wishing everyone a wonderful start to summer and a Happy Pride Month. 🌈

Read the latest ModernaeMonthly below.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mathermatt_june-has-always-felt-like-more-than-a-bridge-share-7468005397434621952-W-fH/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAAFErYB-5iCQu84YgadnIISNaglJn5cgTI

04/24/2026

FRIDAY FAVE ✨

This Bridle Trails home had me at the roofline. Origami-inspired, sculptural, and seriously cool.

Big Mid-Century Modern vibes, but fully dialed in for how we live today—open spaces, natural light, and easy indoor-outdoor flow. Don’t miss that wine wall!

A standout home in one of Bellevue’s most peaceful settings.

📍 4445 140th Ave NE, Bellevue
4 BD | 5 BA | 4,581 SF

💰 Offered at $7,500,000

Listing Courtesy of Terry Allen & Darius Cincys • Coldwell Banker Bain

04/22/2026

JUST LISTED | WATERFRONT LANDINGS

Front-row living on Seattle’s transformed waterfront. This updated residence places you moments from Waterfront Park, Pier 62, the Seattle Great Wheel, and The Overlook Walk connecting directly to Pike Place Market.

Inside, thoughtful updates include new stainless appliances, fresh carpeting, A/C, and abundant storage throughout. A flexible 2nd bedroom with Murphy bed adds versatility, while the private balcony captures sunsets over Puget Sound with the Olympics beyond.

Rarely found in downtown living, the home also includes 2 secure parking spaces + EV charging, full-service amenities, and short-term rental flexibility.

📍 Seattle Waterfront
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,155 SF
Offered at $850,000

Open Houses:
Sat 1–3 PM
Sun 1–3 PM

DM me for a private showing. Link in bio.

04/20/2026

MIDCENTURY MONDAYS

A. Quincy Jones homes always strike the right balance between elegance and livability — modern architecture that feels as good to live in as it looks. This Brentwood landmark is a strong reminder of why his work remains so respected today.

Originally designed by A. Quincy Jones, the home has been beautifully restored while preserving the architectural integrity that made it significant in the first place. Clean lines, expansive glazing, strong indoor-outdoor flow, and a calm sense of proportion all remain intact.

What stands out most is the restraint. The updates appear thoughtful rather than trendy, allowing the original design to lead. That’s often the challenge with historic modern homes — knowing what to improve and what to leave alone. Here, it looks well judged.

Not my listing — just an important piece of California modernism worth sharing.

📍 12450 Rochedale Ln • Los Angeles, CA (Brentwood)
Price: $2,700,000
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Sq. Ft.: 1197

Details → link in bio

Listed courtesy of Brian Linder • Compass

04/10/2026

FRIDAY FAVES

Every once in a while something stops you mid-scroll — this is one of those.

Originally built in 1908 as a church, The Sanctuary in Capitol Hill has been thoughtfully converted into one of Seattle’s most unique residential spaces. Volume, light, and history all working together in a way that’s hard to replicate.

Soaring ceilings, original architectural details, and modern interventions create a space that feels equal parts historic and contemporary. It’s not for everyone — but for the right buyer, it’s pretty special.

📍 1849 16th Ave • Seattle, WA 98122
💰 $2,420,000
3BD | 4BA | 2,610SF

DM me for a private showing.
Link in bio.
Listing courtesy of Matthew J. Pelascini • Windermere

04/06/2026

MIDCENTURY MONDAYS

This updated Laurelhurst home is a strong example of how midcentury design can evolve without losing its core principles.

The architecture does what MCM does best — prioritizing light, openness, and connection to the outdoors. Expansive windows bring in soft natural light and frame the surrounding greenery, creating a consistent dialogue between inside and out. The result is calm, functional, and highly livable.

What stands out here is the restraint in the updates. Clean lines, warm materials, and an emphasis on flow keep the home grounded in its original intent while aligning with how we live today. It feels considered, not overworked — which is often the difference.

True midcentury at its core, with thoughtful updates that respect the architecture.

Not my listing — just a well-executed example worth sharing.

📍 5010 NE 52nd St • Seattle, WA (Laurelhurst)
Beds: 6
Baths: 5
Sq. Ft.: 3,930
Price: $4,100,000

Details → link in bio

Listed courtesy Shawn Filer • Real Residential

04/02/2026

JUST SOLD | Eastlake

There are certain moments in this business that stay with you—and this was absolutely one of them.

It was such an honor to have my friends entrust me with their very first home purchase. We explored a number of properties together, but the moment we stepped into this one—and took in those incredible lake views—we all felt it. This was the one.

It took three more visits (as it should), but once we knew, we moved with intention. Seventeen days later, keys in hand.

And just in time—because this summer, they’ll have a front row seat to the 4th of July Fireworks over Lake Union. Hard to imagine a better way to break in a first home.

A seamless, thoughtful process from start to finish—exactly how it should feel.

Even better: we were able to secure the home below list price and negotiate a seller credit to cover closing costs—proof that strategy still matters, even in a competitive Seattle market.

Curious how we made that happen?
DM me—I’m always happy to share the playbook.

2364 Fairview Ave E Unit 1 | Seattle
💰 $860,000

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Grateful for clients who become friends—and friends who trust me to guide them home.

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03/17/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD | LOWER QUEEN ANNE

505 W Mercer Pl, Unit 101
$1,486,000
2BD | 2.5BA | 2,942SF

A property that almost went to auction — and instead became an exceptional opportunity for my buyers.

This property last sold in 2023 for $1.8M and, after multiple price reductions beginning last June, was ultimately scheduled for auction on February 19 with a starting bid of $1.2M.

Instead of heading to auction, we stepped in and negotiated a purchase at $1.486M — an exceptional value for my buyers while still allowing the sellers to exit the property, pay off their mortgage, and break even on the sale.

Despite a few lender hiccups along the way (DM me for details), we still managed to close just a few days behind schedule.

A great reminder that persistence, timing, and creative negotiation can unlock opportunities for everyone involved.

Special thanks to Daniel Sessoms at Compass for helping bring this one together.

DM me if you’re curious how distressed or auction-bound properties can sometimes create incredible buying opportunities.

03/13/2026

FRIDAY FAVES

I did a double take when this one popped up. From the street it reads like a classic North Capitol Hill home, but step inside and the transformation is dramatic. A reported $3M renovation that has already been featured in Dwell and NYT, has completely reimagined the interiors for true modern living.

Walls of glass, soaring volume, and refined contemporary finishes create spaces that feel bright, open, and quietly architectural. It’s a thoughtful balance of historic structure and modern design — and the result is stunning.

📍 1626 Federal Ave E • Seattle, WA 98102
💰 $6,500,000
5BD | 6BA | 5,117SF

DM me for a private showing.
Link in bio.

Listing courtesy of Mark T. Hanses & Heather L. Dolin • Windermere

02/26/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD | BELLEVUE (HILLTOP)

14827 SE 55th St
$1,595,000
3BD | 2BA | 2,200SF

After nearly a year of searching, my buyers are officially the new stewards of this Paul Hayden Kirk home in Bellevue’s Hilltop neighborhood.

Last June, we went under contract on another Bellevue MCM — only to uncover a failing septic system requiring a full sewer connection. Months passed waiting for contractors, permits, and a construction timeline. After continued delays — and the arrival of their daughter in November — we made the difficult decision this month to pivot.

We had toured this property twice in the fall, but it too was temporarily off market while a new septic system was installed. We stayed in touch with the listing agent and kept the dialogue open.

When it returned in January at $1.8M, we watched.
When it repositioned at $1.6M, we moved.

I got my buyers back in that day. Offer drafted and signed that evening (seller had relocated to Japan). By morning, two additional offers had landed in the listing agent’s inbox.

20 days later, we closed.

Quick action. Persistence. Market awareness.

Grateful to Heidi Ward, Windermere, for a smooth transaction.

Excited to see this Northwest modern enter its next chapter.

DM me if you’re curious how timing and positioning can shift leverage in your favor.

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