7012 Roosevelt Way NE, once the blighted Wedell Auto Electric shop, has been demolished and cleared, resolving past safety violations. Isola Communities holds a construction permit for a 6-story, 91-unit apartment building, though the site remains vacant with construction not yet started.
6220 Roosevelt will replace the closed Speakerlab and Definitive Audio buildings with a 7-story, 147-unit apartment complex. Past encampment complaints have been resolved, and the project is seeking a construction permit, though financing conditions may affect its timeline.
A spotlight on Rain City Burgers, the Roosevelt burger joint founded in 2010 by Dil Maharjan. Known for its hyper-local menu, community ties, and Seahawks-themed decor, the restaurant continues serving the neighborhood with burgers, sandwiches, and catering.
Aster Townhomes, five four-story buildings offering 36 homes near NE 68th St, are under active construction after past vacant-lot safety issues were resolved. Originally targeted for Fall 2025 completion, only the first phase has opened, with no new completion date set.
The latest on: Nook and Cranny Books as Business of the Month, new neighborhood businesses including Star Sushi and La Fresca, upcoming events like Trivia Night and Rooted in Roosevelt, plus ways to get involved through Roosevelt Reimagined art project.
Nook and Cranny Books, just steps from Roosevelt near Cowen Park, is a community-driven bookstore featuring diverse genres, queer lit, BIPOC authors, and translated works. Owner Maren Comendant also hosts book clubs, open mic nights, and trivia — all are welcome.
Roosevelt 1A, an L-shaped 198-unit apartment complex near light rail, has partially demolished its site with two structures remaining. Once flagged for vacant-building violations, both cleared inspections in 2024, though construction financing continues to delay the project’s timeline.
The latest on: Councilmember Dionne Foster’s June 3 meeting visit, Roosevelt Reimagined art project, June events including Trivia Night and Adopt-A-Street cleanup, new business Mama Grande’s Cafe, and a spotlight on Business of the Month An Nam Pho.
Jenkins Properties is replacing the fire-damaged original Roosevelt Manor with a new 8-story, 131-unit building featuring commercial space and affordable units, targeting a 2027 opening. Construction began in 2026 following the previous building’s tragic 2024 fatal fire.
An Nam Pho, a cozy Vietnamese restaurant on Roosevelt Way since 2014, serves phở made with 100% ribeye beef, banh mi, and more. Owner Ken, from a family of restaurateurs, is taking over direct involvement of the Roosevelt location starting May 1st.
