Seattle’s housing market is cooling but not crashing. September data shows more homes hitting the market and a slight dip in prices, signaling a return to balance after years of wild swings. The median single-family home price in Seattle fell to $975,000, down 7% since June but still up about 2% year-over-year. Overall, the Seattle real estate market is finding its footing. After several years of extreme ups and downs, we’re seeing the early signs of a healthy, sustainable recovery.
Seattle’s housing market cooled in August as prices, inventory, and mortgage rates all dipped while homes took longer to sell. The median King County home price came in at $992,500, still up 2% year-over-year despite the month-to-month slowdown. Active listings totaled 4,113, 39% higher than last year, while average days on market rose from 10 to 14. Mortgage rates briefly fell to 6.1% before rising again after the Fed’s rate cut, highlighting how closely housing costs follow the 10-year Treasury. Seasonal shifts are in play, but Seattle’s housing market remains competitive and active heading into fall.
After years of gridlock, Seattle’s housing market is finding balance: prices are flattening, inventory is climbing, and buyers are finally seeing more choices and time to decide.
After two years in Colorado, we've decided it's time to return to the Pacific Northwest. We're thrilled to be back.
Leaving Colorado is bittersweet.
Bitter because we’re leaving some of the most important people in our lives—cousins and grandparents, new friends and old ones. And of course, the skiing. 😭
Sweet because Seattle is home. We’ve missed so many of the friends and family we left behind.
Impressive stand-alone home w/ no shared walls. Relax in luxury in private, fenced patio or on stellar rooftop deck w/ Sound views. Open layout w/ polished concrete, upgraded hardwoods & gleaming kitchen w/ quartz & stainless appliances including gas range. All 3 beds feature walk-in closet & master is dreamy. Built to 4-Star Built Green specs w/ premium in-floor radiant heat, built-in sound, A/C, dedicated parking (pre-wired for EV charger) & more. In the heart of Morgan Junction, WalkScore 82.
A rocking chair porch is the perfect introduction to this beautiful craftsman. Hardwoods, built-ins & crown molding delight w/ added benefits of an open kitchen, double-pane windows, gas FP & upstairs suite w/ attached bath. A finished bonus room in the basement makes a great office or guest bed & the backyard is a gardener's dream. Detached garage + off-street parking for 2-3. On an idyllic street in spectacular Phinney w/ Whittier Elem 7 blocks away & a sweet Pocket Park just 7 houses over.
This simple, functional home & layout offers an opportunity to move in now & perfect it to your liking over the years. Enjoy a big living room w/ picture windows, hardwoods & wood fireplace, kitchen w/ eating space, generous bedrooms & handy laundry room w/ new washer. Updated double-pane windows & fresh interior paint + detached garage & large, private backyard w/ fruit trees. Awesome Wedgwood location (WalkScore: 76) w/ groceries, dining, schools, parks & Burke Gilman Trail within easy reach.
This 2006 end-unit home with windows on three sides has been impeccably maintained with many upgrades added. All three bedrooms have their own attached bath and California Closet systems and the master bedroom features stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympics. Enjoy a rare fenced front yard with an artificial, low-maintenance lawn, gardens, and two patios. All just a block from countless popular Junction amenities.
Almost two months after the Stay Home order began, real estate sales data is suggesting a check-mark-shaped recovery locally. New listings were down last month by nearly 40%, though, so it may be a while before things return to "normal."
Getting your home ready to sell can be daunting, but hiring the right team to prepare your home for the market is the first step toward getting the most out of your biggest investment. We help every client by creating a custom-tailored to-do list. Here are some of the things every home seller should do before listing her home.
Prior to the Coronavirus, the Seattle real estate market was on a tear, but this won't be the story of 2020. The local market is not likely to return to the same levels quickly, but I expect local housing prices to be resilient in the face of COVID-19.
When they’re difficult to see in person, evaluating properties from afar is essential. It’s easy to get excited about a beautifully-photographed home, but try to slow down and scrutinize each image with a critical eye. Below are a number of ways we can study what’s available online to see a broader picture.
This storybook Tudor offers original charm, desirable updates, and MIL potential. Enjoy delightful leaded & stained glass windows, architectural arches, and rich hardwoods plus updated bathrooms and a bright new kitchen with subway tile and stainless steel appliances including gas range. Write your next chapter here.
Get over here quick. Irresistible curb appeal and thorough updates await, just three blocks from the heart of The Junction. The remodeled kitchen is bright and cheery with plentiful storage, stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, subway tile backsplash, and a breakfast nook. A perfect location where you can easily stroll to almost anything yet still feel out of the way.
I am often asked for (non-legal) advice on being a landlord, so I decided to put together a short guide to being a landlord. This is not intended to replace the expertise of a property manager. If you don't have time to manage your own property, hire a professional! But if you want to save a little money and don't mind the legal risks, here are a few basics that I've shared with clients over the years.
