Real Estate

Real Estate Q3 2020 Reports: Market Update   The volume of Q3 transactions made up for Q2’s fewer sales and then some. Truth be told, the market could have absorbed twice the number of transactions, if only there were more homes on the market to sell. Too few homes for sale is the defining character of the Q3 Seattle region real estate […]
New Listing JUST LISTED | Four-Bedroom Sammamish Home For all your Sammamish real estate fans out there, I recently listed this fantastic, well-maintained home in Deer Park! At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this move-in-ready Deer Park home awaits. An ideal layout with 4 beds up, remodeled 5-piece master with stand-alone tub and walk-in closet plus hardly-used 3/4 bath. Main floor features […]
Real Estate JUST LISTED | Classic Craftsman on top of Queen Anne Classic four-bedroom, 1.75-bath Craftsman just blocks to the shops and eateries on Queen Anne Ave. Original details like box beam ceilings are complemented with updates including a remodeled full bathroom w in-floor radiant heat, newer furnace, electrical, plumbing, and a spacious, fully finished basement. Two bedrooms, full bath and formal living and dining spaces on the main […]
Market Updates 1st Quarter Market Update for Seattle, Mercer Island + the Eastside Unless you’re living under a rock, you know that our region is growing like a weed in a swamp. Windermere just released Q1 market reports for Seattle, Mercer Island and the Eastside. The median home price in King County just hit $600,000 while Seattle’s median reached $700,000, double the 2012 level during the recession. If you bought a […]
Design Remodel Series: Part 5 | We’re Done! This is the last post in a series meant to shed light on the mysterious (and seldom exposed) process of remodeling. I hope these posts are useful to you if you’re considering a remodel of similar scale; I think they’ll lend insight into the challenges and decisions we’ve faced during our project and, of course, the reward at the end. Previous Posts About The […]
Real Estate Remodel Series: Part 4 | Design This is the fourth in a series of posts meant to shed light on the mysterious (and seldom exposed) process of remodeling. I hope these posts are useful to anyone considering a remodel of similar scale and will lend insight into the challenges and decisions we’ve faced during our project. Previous Posts About The House Scope Creep Cabinets DESIGN I thought I […]
Market Updates 2016 Year in Review 2016 is in the books! As buyer demand continues to outpace supply, Seattle saw the median sale price of homes climb 12.7% last year. Our robust seller’s market is expected to carry on through 2017, driven in part by a continued lack of inventory. Each part of our metro area is unique, so check out the full report to see […]
Design Remodel Series: Part 3 (Choosing Cabinets) This is the third in a series of posts meant to shed light on the mysterious (and seldom exposed) process of remodeling a home. My wife and I recently bought a place in my hometown and we’re in the middle of our project now! I hope these posts will prove useful to anyone considering a remodel of similar scale and will lend […]
Don't Miss Our Next Post
Subscribe Now
Design Remodel Series: Part 2 (Scope Creep) This is the second in a series of posts intended to shed light on the often mysterious (and seldom exposed) process of remodeling a home. My wife and I recently bought a place in my hometown, Mercer Island, and we’re in the middle of our project now! I hope these posts will prove useful to anyone considering a remodel of similar scale […]
Home Buying What NOT to Do When Buying a Home A photo posted by The Broke Agent (@thebrokeagent) on Aug 15, 2016 at 11:27am PDT Buying a house is like planning a wedding; most of us don’t do it often, and it changes drastically every decade or so. So, naturally, people aren’t very good at knowing how the process works. Here are a few pointers […]
New Listing JUST LISTED | Mercer Island Mid-Century Modern Live out your Mad Men dreams in this sunny mid-century home on the South End of Mercer Island. This 19,800 square foot lot is home to a piece of architectural history designed by Fred Bassetti and built by Theo Caldwell. At the end of a quiet, four-home lane, this property offers privacy and room for […]
New Listing JUST LISTED | Immaculate 3 bed, 3.25 bath W Seattle townhome Immaculate, spacious townhome in popular Youngstown neighborhood with easy access to Rapid Ride transit, Water Taxi, WS Bridge and all that West Seattle has to offer! This like-new 3 bed, 3.25 bath townhome will check all of your boxes. Lower level welcomes you with private garage, private guest suite or study, fully fenced patio/yard area and […]
Market Updates Indian Summer for Seattle Real Estate The end of summer is typically when we slow down, take a vacation and prepare for the back-to-school season. But despite historical trends, the real estate market in Seattle keeps on climbing. Home prices in Seattle rose 11% in June compared to the year prior, according to the Case-Shiller Index, which tracks changes in home prices in most major cities. […]
Real Estate JUST LISTED | Queen Anne pied-à-terre Ideal city living at the base of Queen Anne just blocks to Belltown, the waterfront and Lower Queen Anne. This immaculate studio lives large with custom built-ins, designer furniture (included with sale), convenient murphy bed and Juliet balcony. Open kitchen includes granite counters and stainless appliances plus an eating bar. Rapid Ride bus line is […]
New Listing Just Listed | Immaculate Magnolia Cape Cod 3002 32nd Ave W is a thoughtfully remodeled Cape Cod in the heart of Magnolia! Located near Magnolia Playfield, the Village & Blaine Elementary, this well maintained home features refinished hardwoods, newer kitchen & baths, all new systems + appliances, wine bar & so much more. On an over-sized corner lot, this home’s open floor plan […]
Market Updates Q2 2016 Market Reports for Seattle + The Eastside If you've read any of these recent eye-popping headlines, you won't be surprised to learn that home values continued to climb in the second quarter, with the Eastside topping the charts at 16% year-over-year appreciation. Seattle was close behind with an average of 12% appreciation compared to this time last year. While sellers still largely […]
Design 8 Home Design Trends for 2016 When I was growing up in the '80s, brass fixtures were all the rage. Thirty years later (surprise!) brass is back! Home design trends come and go, but here's a look at some of the 2016 trends that excite me. If you're shopping here are a couple of places worth checking out: Brass fixtures and lighting […]
Home Buying Making a Winning Offer in a Tight Market Over the past 12 months I’ve helped 24 clients purchase a home. Here’s what I’ve learned in the hottest Seattle real estate market since 2007. HUNKER DOWN First things first: It can take a while to find the right home in any market. This market is exceptionally tough, so give yourself time. Find a way […]