McGuire Apartments

McGuire Apartments was a residential complex located at the intersection of 2nd Avenue and Wall Street in Belltown. The structure housed 272 units across 25 floors, alongside amenities including a five-story parking garage, a private park, and shared spaces for fitness and media activities.

The building was constructed in 2001 and became part of Belltown's urban landscape for a decade. It was later demolished completely in 2011 due to serious structural deficiencies.

The building's location in Belltown provided residents with direct access to numerous galleries, theaters, and restaurants in the neighborhood.

The location in Belltown gave residents direct access to numerous galleries, theaters, and restaurants throughout the neighborhood. This positioning made it convenient for those wishing to take advantage of the area's active cultural offerings.

This structure holds the distinction of being the tallest building ever demolished in Seattle, marking an unusual chapter in the city's development. The demolition represented the end of an ambitious residential project that could not endure despite its contemporary design.

Location: Washington

Official opening: April 2001

Floors above the ground: 25

GPS coordinates: 47.61581,-122.34817

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51