Redmond Real Estate

Wednesday Update : Eastside Residential Market Update – September recap and stats for the week of 10/12/22

THE NUMBERS: Active Listings reached their highest level this year on 7/27/22 at 1189. Active Listings increased slightly from last week. 1014 vs 1004 a 1% increase. Compared to a year ago this week, listings are up 376%.  Active List Prices peaked this year in the week of 3/9/22 with the median at $2,499,500. As of this week they are at a median price of $1,675,000.  Pending Sales...

Sold 35% Above List Price With 9 Offers! Inviting 4 Bedroom, 3.25 Bath Home with Dual Master Suites on a Serene 12,161 sf. Yard in Redmond

Listed at $1,100,000 Click Here For Full Details Wonderful two story home with dual master suites in Olde Morrison Place on English Hill. Ideally located near Downtown Redmond and Woodinville. The light filled 3,110 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 3.25 baths on a lush 12,161 s.f. lot! Open entry with high ceiling, skylights, easy care laminate flooring and coat closet. Formal living features...

Sold 27% Over List Price! Charming 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath on Serene Yard English Hill In Redmond

Listed at $895,000 Click Here For Full Details Beautiful two story in Hollymere on English Hill. The light filled 1,650 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on a tranquil 15,000 s.f. lot. Updates include new interior paint and new carpet.  The open entry welcomes you in with beautiful oak hardwood floors. Living room features wood burning fireplace, sunny windows overlooking the front...

Sold 33% Above List Price with 15 Offers! Beautifully Remodeled 3 Bedroom, 2.25 Bath Home on English Hill in Redmond

Listed at $975,000 Click Here For Full Details Impeccably remodeled two story at the back of a cul-de-sac in Olde Morrison Place on English Hill. The light filled 2,300 s.f. floorplan features 3 bedrooms, 2.25 baths on a tranquil 7,850 s.f. lot. Updates  include new interior/exterior paint, fully remodeled kitchen and baths.  The open entry welcomes you in with luxury vinyl plank floors...

Sold 29% Above List Price with 15 Offers! Stunning 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home + Den on English Hill in Redmond

Listed at $975,000 Click Here For Full Details Beautifully updated two story in Coventry on English Hill. The light filled 2,400 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus den on a serene 8,368 s.f. lot. Recent updates include: new carpet, interior paint, updated kitchen and brand new bathrooms. The open entry welcomes you in with hardwood floors and spacious coat closet. Sunken formal...

SOLD over 31% of List Price with 9 Offers! Fantastic 4 Bedroom + Den on Quiet Cul-de-sac on English Hill in Redmond

Listed for $950,000 Click Here For Full Details Great tri-level home in Coventry on English Hill. Ideally located near Downtown Redmond and Woodinville. The light filled 2,300 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths on a lush 8,386 s.f. lot! Updates include: Fresh paint, new carpet and updated bathrooms. Open entry with hardwood flooring, soaring ceiling and coat closet. Formal living features...

Sold in 1 Day! Truly Stunning Remodel! 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms on a Cul-de-sac lot on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $1,000,000 Click Here For Full Details Beautifully updated two story in Coventry on English Hill. The light filled 2,163 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on a serene 8,080 s.f. lot. Updates include: new carpet, hardwood floors, tile floors, white millwork, six panel doors, remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. The spacious entry welcomes you in with gleaming hardwoods and large coat...

Sold 8% Above List Price in 2 Days! Updated Two Story 4 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom Home with Private, Fully Fenced Yard on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $930,000 Click Here For Full Details Beautifully updated two story in Coventry on English Hill located close to Sunrise Elementary. The light filled 2,140 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths on a serene 8,060 s.f. lot. Updates include: new carpet, tile floors, white millwork, crown molding throughout, white panel doors, updated windows, freshly painted grey exterior, updated kitchen...

Sold 4% Above List Price with 6 Offers! Stunning Rambler on a Quiet Cul-de-sac backing to a Greenbelt on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $831,000 Click Here For Full Details Stunning, fully remodeled rambler in the desirable neighborhood of  Coventry on English Hill. The flowing floorplan boasts 1,640 s.f. and  features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths on a 10,219 s.f. lot. The sunny entry welcomes you with skylight, gleaming hardwood floors and spacious coat closet. Living room features beautiful wall of windows showcasing...

Sold in 2 Days! Peaceful Two Story Home on Shy Acre Lot. Updated 3 Bedroom, 3.25 Bath plus Den and Bonus Room on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $902,300 Click Here For Full Details Spacious two story home in Mount Clare Woods on English Hill. The light filled 2,730 s.f. floorplan features 3 bedrooms, 3.25 baths plus den and bonus room on a and a park-like 40,870 s.f. lot! Special features include: New exterior paint, recently painted interior, vinyl double pane windows, updates to the kitchen & baths, new carpet, and refinished...

Sold Above list Price in 5 Days! Gorgeous Buchan resale in Sheffield on English Hill in Redmond. 3080sf with 4 bedrooms, 2.25 bath on a shy acre lot.

Sold for $1,148,000 Click here for the full details Captivating Buchan resale in Sheffield on English Hill in Redmond. The gracious 3,080 s.f floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths plus an oversized main floor bonus room on a lush, private 35,225 s.f. lot. The home is ideally located on a quiet street, just a block away from the award winning Sunrise Elementary. Features include: Gourmet kitchen,...

Sold 13% Above List Price with 9 Offers! Elegant, Update 4 bedroom home with full Mother-In-Law Suite on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $983,900 Click here for Full Details Elegant, remodeled home with complete mother-in-law on the lower level in Sunrise on English Hill. The light filled 2,510 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a den on a flat 7,418 s.f. lot. Upstairs features a bright, flowing floor plan with rich Bamboo floors. Living room with vaulted ceiling, slider to back deck and gas fireplace with...

SOLD 16% Above List Price with 17 Offers! Lovely, Updated 4 Bedroom Home with Elegant Finishes and Large Yard on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $1,035,000 Click Here For More Details Spacious two story home in Olde Morrison Place on English Hill. The light filled 2,450 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths and a park-like 27,081 s.f. lot, complete with sport court! Special features include: New deck, hardwood floors, wainscoting, large bedrooms, and newer appliances. Open entry with hardwood flooring, soaring ceiling, coat...

Sold for 11.43% Above List Price! Fabulous, Updated Rambler on 1/2+ Acre Lot with Seasonal Stream on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $780,000 Click Here For More Details Lovely, updated rambler in the desirable neighborhood of Hollymor II on English Hill in Redmond. The flowing floorplan boasts 1,420 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths on a 22,829 s.f. lot. New carpet and fresh paint throughout most of the home. The open entry welcomes you with gleaming hardwood floors. Elegant living room with large bay window,...

Sold 4% Above List Price with 7 Offers! Prime location! 3 Bedrooms, 1.75 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage and a Private Yard on Rose Hill in Redmond

Sold for $680,000 Click Here for Details Prime location ready for you to put your stamp on! Ideally located near Microsoft, shopping, easy access to 405 and one block from Rose Hill Middle School. New roof to be installed prior to closing. This home features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms, 1,700 s.f. on a 10,150 s.f. lot. Enter to the formal living room with wood burning fireplace and potential to...

Sold 5% Above List Price with 6 Offers! Remodeled 3 Bedroom Home with Bonus, Rec Room and Fenced Yard Near Microsoft in Redmond

Sold for $1,054,000 Click Here for Details Stunning home on a quiet street, conveniently located near Microsoft and shopping. Recently updated and loaded with extras! This flowing floorplan boasts 2,369 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, bonus room and a workout room with a 2 car garage on a lush 12,000 s.f. lot. The open entry welcomes you in with newly refinished oak hardwood floors, soaring...

Sold 5% Above List Price with 5 Offers! Beautifully, Remodeled 4 Bedroom Home with Den and Large Yard on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $925,000 Click Here for Details Lovely, remodeled home in Rosewood on English Hill. The light filled 2,510 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on an immaculate 9,245 s.f. lot. Updates include: Newly remodeled kitchen and baths, new carpet and fence. The open entry welcomes you in with beautiful hardwood floors and an elegant staircase. Formal living room with bay window and wood...

Sold 8% Above List Price! Remodeled Condo with 2 Master Suites in Downtown Redmond

Sold for $430,000 Click Here for Details Fabulous condo in Downtown Redmond. Updates include: Brand new siding and exterior paint; completely remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. The flowing floorplan boasts 1,085 s.f. and features 2 bedrooms and 1.75 baths. The living room features white millwork, wood burning fireplace with lovely mantel, cozy garden windows with bench seats and sliding glass door to...

Sold 12% Above List Price with 4 Offers! Lovely 4 Bedroom Home on a Sunny, South Facing Lot on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $980,000 Click Here for Details Charming home in Sheffield on English Hill. The light filled 2,460 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths on a private and sunny, south facing 15,000 s.f. lot near Sunrise Elementary. The spacious two story entry welcomes you in. Formal living room with wainscoting, elegant fireplace and bay window overlooking the front yard. Formal dining room with...

Sold 4% Above List Price with 3 Offers! 4 Bedroom Rambler with Update Kitchen and Large Yard Near Microsoft

Sold for $835,000 Click Here for Details Lovely, updated rambler in the desirable Microsoft area. The flowing floorplan boasts 1,650 s.f. and features 4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths on a 10,067 s.f. lot. Beautiful front yard with luscious plants welcome you to the home. The living room features vaulted ceiling, wood burning fireplace and beautiful maple wood floors. Formal dining room with large window...

Sold 25% Above List Price! Luxurious 4 bedroom, 4 separate bath home with East Coast charm on shy acre in Redmond

Sold for $1,875,000 Click Here for Details This custom built, Dutch Colonial home was recently remodeled featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.25 baths, den, bonus, 4,630 s.f. and a park-like lot. Located on a private 36,661 s.f. lot, ideally positioned in the easily accessible English Hill area of Redmond. Elegant home with East Coast charm. Craftsmanship shows throughout with ample molding, wainscoting and...

Sold 7% Above List Price with 2 Offers! Gracious and Flowing Home on English Hill in Redmond

Sold for $723,000 Click Here for Details Gracious and flowing home in Sunrise on English Hill. The light filled 2,478 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on a flat 7,605 s.f. lot. Upstairs features refreshed paint and new carpet. Living room with vaulted ceiling, slider to rear deck and wood burning fireplace. Dining room with large window. Big kitchen and nook with vaulted ceiling, ample...

Sold 28% Above List Price with 7 Offers! Light Filled, Cul-De-Sac Home in the Desirable Neighborhood of English Hill on Redmond

Sold for $895,000 Click Here for Details Gorgeous, two story home in Olde Morrison Place on English Hill. The light filled 2,030 s.f. floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on a lush 9,869 s.f. lot. The home is ideally situated at the back of a quiet cul-de-sac. The gracious two story entry welcomes you in. Formal living room with bay windows and vaulted ceiling. Formal dining room decorative...

Stunning remodel! Two story home near Sunrise Elementary on English Hill in Redmond

Listed at $650,000 Complete details here. Completely renovated home in the desirable neighborhood of Coventry on English Hill. The open floorplan boasts 2,140 s.f. and features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on a lush lot. The list of recent and extensive updates include: Outside - high quality roof, updated windows and landscaping. Inside - rich hardwood floors, white millwork and doors, wrought iron stair...

Remodeled tri-level on expansive lot in Rosewood on English Hill in Redmond

Listed at $600,000 Complete details here Wonderful tri-level home on a quiet street in Rosewood on English Hill. The open floorplan boasts 1,890 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 2.75 baths on an expansive lot. The list of recent updates include: Outside - freshly painted exterior. Inside - completely updated kitchen and lower bath. The spacious formal living room has a vaulted ceiling, fireplace and...

Burnstead Resale – Updated two story home on quiet cul-de-sac on English Hill in Redmond

Listed for $625,000 Complete details here This Burnstead resale has been recently updated and located in the desirable neighborhood of Amberley on English Hill. The open floorplan boasts 1,970 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 2.25 baths on a lush lot. The list of recent updates include: Outside - high quality roof, extensive stamped concrete & updated windows. Inside - rich hardwood floors,...

Sprawling Two Story Home in Stately Redmond Neighborhood of Bristol View

Listed at $1,100,000 Complete details here: This custom built home has been completely remodeled and is located on a private 34,999 s.f. lot. Ideally positioned in the easily accessible Bristol View Neighborhood of Redmond, the home features 4 bedrooms, 5 separate bathrooms, den, bonus, rec. room, craft room, 4,950 s.f. and a park-like lot. Wonderful home for entertainment with cozy spaces in a...

Updated home on one acre, cul-de-sac lot on English Hill in Redmond

Listed at $825,000 Complete details here Beautifully maintained and updated home in the desirable neighborhood of Sheffield on English Hill. The gracious floorplan boasts 2,540 s.f. and features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. The home is ideally positioned on a 45,089 s.f. lot at the back of a cul-de-sac! The list of extensive updates includes remodeled kitchen & baths, refinished hardwoods and new carpet!...

Spend this summer vacationing at your own home! Park Avenue Estate on English Hill in Redmond.

Listed at $1,180,000 Complete details here This custom built home was completely remodeled since 2013 and is located on a private 42,907 s.f. lot. Ideally positioned in the easily accessible English Hill area of Redmond, the home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, den, bonus, 3,940 s.f. and a park-like lot. Wonderful home for entertainment with cozy spaces in a flowing layout. Craftsmanship shows...

New listing in Redmond. Updated mid-entry home in Sunrise on English Hill

Listed for $570,000 Complete details here Well cared for and updated mid-entry home in Sunrise on English Hill. The light filled floorplan features 2,160 s.f., 3 bedrooms, 2.75 baths on a sunny 7,755 s.f. lot! Recent updates included windows, elegant wood floors, white millwork and doors, remodeled kitchen and baths. Formal living room with vaulted ceiling, fireplace & big windows...

Remodeled Burnstead Resale with 4 Bedrooms on a Quiet Street in Redmond

This Burnstead resale has been recently updated and located in the desirable neighborhood of Amberley on English Hill. The open floorplan boasts 2,080 s.f. and features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on a lush lot. The list of recent and extensive updates include: Outside - high quality roof & updated windows. Inside - rich hardwood floors, new carpet, updated kitchen and remodeled baths! The spacious...

NWMLS Market Report: February 2016 – Buyer Frustration Builds as Inventory Shrinks!

KIRKLAND, Washington (March 7, 2016) - Home prices in King County hit new highs in February as buyers tried to outbid each other for the sparse inventory in much of Western Washington. "We're in for another crazy spring real estate market," predicts J. Lennox Scott, chairman and CEO of John L. Scott, Inc. With the number of single family homes for sale in King County down nearly 30 percent from a...

Selling? You need more than a Great Broker, you need a proven Auctioneer to get the most for your Home!

I am keenly aware of how my role has evolved for our sellers over the last few years. Creating a compelling presentation for our client's homes has always been important. However, in the market we have had since 2013, extracting value from competing offers is where the real money is made for our clients! As illustrated in one of our recent articles... "Instead of the seller trying to ‘win’ the...

SOLD for 17% Above List Price! Close to Sunrise Elementary on a Quiet Cul-De-Sac Backing to a Greenbelt on English Hill in Redmond

SOLD for 17% Above List Price! Well cared for tri-level home in Sunrise on English Hill. The light filled floorplan features 1970 s.f., 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths on a quiet 11,227 s.f. cul-de-sac lot backing to the greenbelt! Recent updates included vinyl windows, neutral paint, white millwork and doors. Formal living room with vaulted ceiling, fireplace & big windows overlooking the front yard....

SOLD for 18% Above List Price with 21 Offers! Recently Updated Two Story in Redmond on Greenbelt

This Burnstead resale has been recently updated and located in the desirable neighborhood of Coventry on English Hill. The open floorplan boasts 1,670 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 2.25 baths on a lush greenbelt lot. The list of recent and extensive updates include: Outside - high quality roof, carriage style garage doors, new windows, trim and front door. Inside - rich hardwood floors, designer tile,...

New on Market! Updated two story home in desirable English Hill neighborhood of Redmond and backing to greenbelt

Listed at $800,000 Beautifully maintained and updated home in the desirable neighborhood of Sheffield on English Hill. The gracious floorplan boasts 2,950 s.f. and features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus den & bonus room. The home is ideally positioned on a 19,831 s.f. lot which backs to the greenbelt! The list of extensive updates includes remodeled kitchen & baths! The formal living room has a bay...

New Listing – Remodeled Rambler on Sunny Lot in great Redmond Neighborhood of English Hill

Listed for $500,000 Updated rambler on a sunny, south facing lot in Amberley on English Hill. The open floorplan boasts 1,680 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths plus on a 8,247 s.f. lot! This home has been carefully maintained and extensively updated - including remodeling the kitchen and baths! Formal living and dining room with vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace and ample windows overlooking the...

Just Listed – Impeccably Maintained Home in Desirable Gleneden along West Lake Sammamish

Listed for $850,000 Impeccably maintained home in desirable Gleneden along West Lake Sammamish. Light-filled foyer and rich carpeting welcome you in. Large living room with vaulted ceiling, wood stove and built-in cabinetry. The gracious  dining room with vaulted ceilings is a perfect place to share a meal with friends. Fabulous gourmet kitchen with ample maple cabinets, quartz counters, breakfast...

Just Listed – Updated two story home on quiet cul-de-sac backing to greenbelt on English Hill in Redmond

Listed for $575,000 On a quiet cul-de-sac in Coventry on English Hill, sits this Burnstead built, two story home. The gracious floorplan boasts 2,096 s.f. and features 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths plus on a greenbelt lot! The home has been carefully maintained and extensively updated. You will find rich hardwoods and tile on the main floor, and new carpet upstairs! Formal living room with bay window, built-in...

For Sale in Redmond – 3 Bedroom, 1.75 Bath, well maintained Rambler on English Hill

Listed for $500,000 - Click here for more details Backing to a large greenbelt in Coventry on English Hill, sits this Burnstead built, rambler home. The elegant floorplan boasts 1,650 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths plus on a 8,071 s.f. lot! The original owner has meticulously maintained and updated this home - including remodeling the kitchen! Formal living room with a large picture windows...

SOLD for 4.6% above list price! Job relocation and the desire to be closer to family prompts sale of home in Redmond

If you're thinking of selling your home in the English Hill area, Tony Meier is the first person you should meet with. As you then meet with other brokers, you'll quickly realize that no one is as in-touch with the English Hill real estate market as Tony is. Tony recently guided us through the sale of our home and we couldn't be more pleased. Tony's thorough knowledge of the English Hill real estate market...

Should I Rent My Eastside House Instead of Selling It?

A recent study has concluded that 39% of buyers prefer to rent out their last residence rather than sell it when purchasing their next home. The study cites that many homeowners were able to refinance and “locked in a very low mortgage rate in recent years. That low rate, combined with a strong rental market, means they can charge more in rent than they pay in mortgage each month... so they are...

Parents’ transition to Peter’s Creek Assisted Living prompts sale of Redmond home

Our family has just completed a highly successful sale of my parent's house under Tony Meier's expert guidance. I called him on a tight schedule in the middle of a complicated situation. He responded immediately with great competence and compassion. Tony went out of his way to meet the many deadlines and needs dictated by the health and welfare of my parents. He jumped right into the listing and provided...

Spacious and entirely updated two story home in the desireable neighborhood of English Hill

Listed for $559,500 - Click here for more details This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, two story home is situated in the quiet neighborhood of Rosewood. The home features rich hardwood floors, wood windows, white molding, and 6 panel doors. The sunken formal living room has a brick wrapped, wood-burning fireplace and sunny windows overlooking the front yard. Generous formal dining room with hardwood floors and...

King County Real Estates Price Are Up 9.7% Compared to 1 Year Ago.

Housing activity in Western Washington ranges from “red hot” to “slowly healing” KIRKLAND, Wash. (May 6, 2014) – Brokers report some skittishness among both buyers and sellers, but the latest statistics from Northwest Multiple Listing Service indicate the housing market is continuing to rebound. Both the number of pending sales and the number of new listings added to inventory during April...

March 2014 Real Estate Market Update – Northwest MLS brokers report mixed results for March, but suggest “only lack of inventory is holding back sales”

KIRKLAND, Wash. (April 3, 2014) – Northwest Multiple Listing Service brokers reported rising prices on fewer sales during March compared to a year ago, citing inventory shortages as the main reason. Members of the MLS reported 9,183 pending sales (mutually accepted offers) during the month, about 300 fewer than the same period a year ago for a 3.2 percent drop. Compared to February, pending sales...

Waiting to buy a home? You can no longer afford to do so!

The housing market has turned a corner. Two years of solid appreciation in the Seattle area shows that to be true. In addition, the Federal Government is easing their support for the bond market, so the ability to get a loan at a discounted rate is coming to an end. Here is the change seen on the Eastside from 2012 to 2013: What will waiting cost you in 2014? If we take a conservative look at value...

Is King County Real Estate Still a Good Investment?

Yes, in fact it is one of the best investments you can make! The graphic above is based upon national numbers, here is what King County looks like: Residential Median Price in 2000 = $250,000 Residential Median Price in 2013 = $415,000 Total Increase = 66% As much as my investment adviser would hate for me to tell you this, the Seattle area's real estate market remains one of the best...

Another Sign the Real Estate Market is in Recovery Mode – Mortgage Delinquencies in U.S. Fall Below 4%

DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014 Mortgage delinquencies nationwide have plummeted to their lowest level in more than five years, as more home owners are coming out of the red on their payments, according to credit reporting agency TransUnion. The number of borrowers who are at least two months behind on their mortgage payments dropped to 3.85 percent in the fourth quarter of...

Rising Prices Chip Away at Housing Affordability

DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2014 Strong year-over-year price gains are starting to take a bite into housing affordability, particularly in the West, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ latest quarterly report. The median single-family home price rose in 73 percent of the markets, or 119 out of 164 metro areas, in the fourth quarter of 2013, with 26...

NWMLS Report: Broker says Western Washington housing market “definitely in full recovery mode”

KIRKLAND, Wash. (Feb. 5, 2014) – Home sales during January may not have been as super as the Seahawks’ performances, but brokers cite several reasons for optimism during 2014. “We are finally going to be looking at the ‘housing crisis’ in the rear view mirror,” said Mike Gain, CEO and president of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate. “In 2014 we are definitely in full...

Nation’s Largest Home Builder Seeing Strong Sales – Raising Prices

Homebuilder Says It's Upbeat Enough to Raise Prices Again DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2014 D.R. Horton, the largest U.S. home builder by homes sold, announced that strong sales will allow the company to raise prices for an early start of the spring home-selling season. The homebuilder announced a 4 percent increase in sales contracts in the first fiscal quarter ending Dec....

Northwest Multiple Listing Service Annual Report – Recap of 2013 – A strong year for Real Estate!

Northwest MLS brokers report nearly $25.5 billion in sales for 2013, outgaining prior year in both number of homes sold and dollar volume! KIRKLAND, Wash. (Jan. 22, 2014) – Members of Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported 75,517 closed sales during 2013, surpassing the 2012 volume by around 11,000 transactions for an increase of nearly 17 percent. Measured by dollars, last year’s sales of...

More news that the Western Washington Real Estate Market has changed!

From the Northwest Multiple Listing Service: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 5, 2012 Washington homebuyers realizing "market may have reached bottom of cycle" KIRKLAND, Wash. (March 5, 2012) – With spring on the horizon and consumer confidence on the rise, members of Northwest Multiple Listing Service are reporting positive gains in activity. Pending sales for February increased more than 27...

Required Washington State School Funding – A Victory for our Children!

Repost of a Press Release from http://www.waschoolexcellence.org/ Full text of the Washington State Supreme Court Decision on Jan 5th 2012 can be found here: Education in the New: Washington Supreme Court Decision In a clear win for children, the Washington State Supreme Court ruled unanimously today that the state was violating its constitutional paramount duty to amply fund K-12 education. This is a...

Sold in 7 days! 14150 176th Ave NE, Redmond – Coventry on English Hill – $410,000

14150 176th Ave NE, Redmond - Coventry on English Hill - $410,000http://EnglishHillHome.net Amazing value on English Hill! Owner has priced this property to sell! Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in Coventry on English Hill, sits this charming Burnstead built, two story home. The gracious floorplan boasts 2010 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 2.25 baths on a very private 10,760 s.f. lot! Many recent updates...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you...

Union Hill Listing – 3130 asf. Redmond Two Story with Basement on Private, Shy Acre Lot

Redmond ListingBy: Tony Meier Union Hill Home in Redmond - $575,000 6501 229th Ave NE, Redmond   Nestled at the end of a private drive, sits this charming two story with  daylight basement home. The gracious floorplan boasts 3130 s.f. and  features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with den & bonus on a private, west    facing 40,510 s.f. lot! Recent updates include...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Condos

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Condo market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you would...

Monday’s Market – Eastside Condos

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Condo market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you would like to...

Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Condos

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Condo market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep this in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others!...

Annual English Hill Garage Sale June 6th & 7th

Annual English Hill Garage Sale June 6th & 7thBy: Tony Meier, Redmond RealtorAttention Bargian Hunters! All of English Hill will be on SALE! It's time again for the annual English Hill garage sale! This years event will be held on June 6th & 7th from 9 am to 4 pm. The English Hill Homeowners Association advertises this event in local newspapers, and hangs a banner sign.  This is a...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others!...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Condos

My usual stattistics are unavailable this week, so we are going to look at something different. Thanks to the great information from Trendgraphix, which we subscribe to, we are going to chart the condo market since January 2007. Here is the trend for condos over the last year. This first chart shows how the inventory has climbed steeply since last year and sales have fallen. We  had as much as 64% of...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others!...

Novelty Hill Home – Redmond Listing – Grand two story home on quiet cul-de-sac!

Redmond Listing - Novelty Hill HomeBy: Tony MeierEastside Realtor This grand home is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in Eastwood Acres on Novelty Hill. With stately curb appeal, the home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 3370 s.f. on a flat & sunny 35,000 s.f. lot! Elegant two story foyer welcomes you in. Formal living room has vaulted ceiling and tile wrapped fireplace. Large dining room with...

Redmond Rambler Listing – Totally updated 3/2, 2456 asf. rambler on flat & sunny 1 acre lot!

Redmond Rambler ListingBy: Tony MeierEastside Realtor SALE PENDING Completely updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2456 sq.ft, rambler on a flat & sunny 1+ acre lot!  Large, flowing floorplan includes formal living, sitting area off entry & great room style kitchen, dining & family room. Updated kitchen with breakfast bar includes abundant hickory cabinets, pantry, granite counters & stainless...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Condos

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Condo market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep this in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others!...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others!...

Monday’s Market Update – Seattle Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Seattle Area over the last 7 weeks. It appears that Seattle is back on the mend with many of the numbers returning to a balanced market. In fact, some areas and price ranges are clearly favoring the seller! When looking at these...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Condos

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Condo market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep this in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you...

Monday’s Market Update – Eastside Residential

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep the following in mind: 1.       These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than...

Summer 2007 – Activites in the Seattle Area

Summer 2007 - Activites in the Seattle AreaBy: Tony Meier - Eastside Realtor  Hurray! It is officially summer in Seattle!! Here are a list of activities for your summer pleasure! June 24 Seattle Pride Parade Starts on Union & 4th Ave. in              www.seattlepride.org 30-7/4  Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival www.seafair.com July...

Redmond Real Estate Housing Statistics – 5/23/2007

Redmond Real Estate Housing Statistics - 5/23/2007By: Tony Meier - Eastside RealtorAnother strong week for Redmond Home Sales.  With the total volume averaging 16.14 weeks, the market remains seller favored with the sellers in firm control under $800,000. When looking at the spreadsheet keep this in mind...  The following is generally accepted as to the state of the market - 1. Less than 18...

English Hill Redmond – Bear sighting behind Sunrise Elementary on 5-23-2007

By: Tony MeierRedmond Realtor As the President of the English Hill Homeowners Association and a very active Realtor in the area, it is my job to stay on top off all things regarding English Hill. The following came from Sunrise today. Appearently the bear was sighted in the greenbelt behind the school. ________________________________________________________ Sunrise Elementary School is currently in full...

Annual English Hill Garage Sale June 1&2

Annual English Hill Garage Sale June 1&2By: Tony Meier, Redmond RealtorAttention Bargian Hunters! All of English Hill will be on SALE! It's time again for the annual English Hill garage sale! This years event will be held on June 1st & 2nd from 9 am to 4 pm. The English Hill Homeowners Association advertises this event in local newspapers, and hangs a banner sign.  This is a very popular...

Redmond Real Estate Housing Statistics – 5/9/2007

Redmond Real Estate Housing Statistics - 5/9/2007By: Tony Meier - Redmond Realtor"How's the market..." a question frequently asked by my clients.  My answer is always... "That depends".  It matters not only what area you are in but also what price range.  I pay close attention to the market statistics each week so I can better advise my clients before they make a decision...

Affluent Owe Much of Wealth to Real Estate

Fewer than 20 percent of all U.S. households are affluent, yet that group controls nearly half of all aggregate income, according to a new report from Packaged Facts, a division of MarketResearch.com. A major component of their wealth? Residential real estate, thanks to “the run-up in values in major metropolitan areas, where the affluent tend to live,” according to the company. Nearly 21 million...

10940 250th Ave NE, Redmond, WA “Redmond Listing” on Novelty Hill

Redmond Listing on Novelty Hill - "10940 250th Ave NE, Redmond WA"Tony Meier, Redmond Realtor   Tony MeierWindermere Real Estate/ S.C.A., Inc.Office Phone: 425-883-0088Direct Phone: 425-466-1000Pager: 425-466-1000Tony@staging.eastsidehomes.com Interior Photos FoyerThe exquisite foyer features fruit wood stained maple floors, grand staircase with wrought iron railing, maple hand railing...