Today marks my 20th year with Windermere! To celebrate this milestone, I plan to spend some time in my neighborhood volunteering with King County Parks at this upcoming event: http://whitecenternow.com/2020/01/08/spend-your-mlk-day-of-service-at-dick-thurnau-park/

Throughout the years there have been many ups and downs in this career: a housing recession, housing highs, a marriage, my three babies, and a current divorce. Throughout it all… you have stayed current and devoted. Your trust, dedication, support, kindness, and friendship are most appreciated! Thank you so much for always being there for me, for lifting me up. I am dedicated to be of service to you, I am always here to help, and I look forward to connecting with you soon.

In gratitude,
Leah

In celebration of the 28 homes I had the opportunity to sell this year, I have donated to the following charities to celebrate these closings. My 2019 Charitable Giving included donations to:
Windermere Foundation
American Heart Association
UW Alumni Association
NW Sarcoma Foundation
JDRF International
Standup For The Cure
Spin 4 Crohns/Colitis
Evergreen Treatment Center
Climate Strike Solidarity Fund
Vietnamese Friendship Society
Chief Sealth Intl HS
REACH
Westside Baby
White Center Food Bank
ACLU
WS Co-op Preschools
Social Justice Fund NW
American Red Cross
Rainier Valley Corps
Rebuilding Together Seattle

Please tell me, What is your favorite charity? I’ll be sure to include them in my giving plan for next year!
#SoldRoll2019

Technology goes a long way
…but closing a sale requires
Market knowledge
Experience
Skilled negotiation

Technology alone doesn’t close a sale.
Skilled negotiation is a critical component in all aspects of a successful real estate transaction. It begins with marketing a property and concludes with a closed sale. With more data available to consumers today, the concept of value is being redefined when choosing an agent. Let’s start a conversation and get the job done.

Sincerely,
Leah Pham, Managing Broker

METRO SEATTLE Real Estate Market Update

August 2019 statistics with % change from July 2019
Sold Listings: 726    down  -6%
Total Inventory: 1,203   down  -7%
Average Sales Price: $864,000    down -3%
Average Days on Market: 35   up +35%

Knowledge, communication, and partnership are key factors to a successful negotiation in Seattle’s market. In general, sellers have endured significantly different market conditions in the past, so their experiences are heavily influencing how they approach their real estate decisions today. Many buyers, on the other hand, have specific objectives in achieving their real estate dream, not motivated by past experiences. Your goals are the priority. Let’s get to work.

Sincerely,
Leah Pham

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service – METRO SEATTLE RESIDENTIAL

A brief snapshot of Seattle Metro housing stats at a glance, period ending 3rd Q 2019, click for a PDF version

10046 3rd Ave SW, White Center 98146

Fresh updates in this 1961 Mid-Century with surprisingly spacious floorplan. Front deck entry opens to living room with hardwood floors, picture windows, and handsome fireplace with slate tile surround. Kitchen has maple cabinetry, granite tile counter, new tile floor & stainless appliances. Dining area with access to pantry, and peek view northward towards the City. Main floor hosts three bedrooms + 2 full baths including master suite. Immense possibilities in daylight lower level which boasts family room with second fireplace and separate entry. Huge Bonus room is perfect for at-home office, crafting, yoga/exercise room, art studio, theater or game room, etc. Third full bathroom downstairs + ample storage/workshop. Fully fenced backyard is ideal for playing fetch with fur-babies, or hosting backyard parties of Frisbee or lawn bowling.  Off-street parking for 2+ RV/boat parking. Brand new carpet, double pane vinyl windows. Fantastic WC location just blocks to bus line, Dubsea Coffee, Greenbridge Library, plus easy access onto Hwy 509 a direct route to Downtown Seattle or the Airport. Enjoy all your favorite White Center spots just 0.7 mile away: Patricks Bakery, Crawfish House, Moonshot Coffee, Dotties, Good Day Donuts and many more. Move right in and enjoy! MLS #1529860

{   3 Bedrooms / 3 Full Baths / 2070 Sq Ft Home Size /  8113 Sq Ft Lot Size  / Off-Street Parking  }

1. For a copy of seller-procured Inspection Report, click here: Nguyen Combined Report
2. For a copy of Septic Inspection, plus As-Built, click here: 65698_FinalReport
3. For a copy of Seller Disclosure Form 17, click here: Seller Disclosure Statement-Improved Property
4. To view the Photo Gallery, click here

METRO SEATTLE Real Estate Market Update

August 2019 statistics with % change from July 2019
Sold Listings: 726     -6%
Total Inventory: 1,203     -7%
Average Sales Price: $864,000      -3%
Average Days on Market: 35     +35%

Knowledge, communication, and partnership are key factors to a successful negotiation in Seattle’s market. In general, sellers have endured significantly different market conditions in the past, so their experiences are heavily influencing how they approach their real estate decisions today. Many buyers, on the other hand, have specific objectives in achieving their real estate dream, not motivated by past experiences. Your goals are the priority. Let’s get to work.

Sincerely,
LEAH
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service – METRO SEATTLE RESIDENTIAL

METRO SEATTLE Real Estate Market Update

July 2019 statistics with % change from June 2019
Sold Listings: 756     -1%
Total Inventory: 1,296     -10%
Average Sales Price: $892,000      —
Average Days on Market: 26     +13%

Buyers have very specific expectations on what they are looking for, a combination of condition, location/lifestyle and price are all required.

Sellers’ objectives have centered on price and they are beginning to understand that buyers’ definition of value is much more. The complexity between buyers and sellers is the result of different experiences and expectations.

With online data, media coverage, family & friends all providing different perspectives on the market, buyers and sellers are succeeding by utilizing experienced professionals to sift through the voluminous data available.

Knowledge, communication and partnership are critical components of today’s real estate market. I know your goals are unique. Let’s start a conversation.

Sincerely,
LEAH

Fresh vibes in this entirely updated 2-level home, featuring living room with hardwood floors & wood burning fireplace w/brick surround. Open kitchen layout has plenty of cabinetry, slab counters, tile backsplash, gas cooking. Dining room with updated light fixture, has oversized slider leading out to deck overlooking backyard, perfect for dinner parties al fresco. Ample floorplan includes 4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, including main floor master with huge walk-in closet & gorgeous attached master bath with double vanity and large shower. Fully finished downstairs : Lower level family room has fun custom built-ins., extra office nook, and laundry. Carport Parking, fenced backyard. Best of all, enjoy Lot A Beach Rights included: epic sunsets, firepits, boat launch, playground, duck pond, 700 ft of waterfront and beach.

{ 4 Bedrooms / 2.75 Baths / 2080 Finished Home sq ft / 10,500 Sq Ft Lot / 1.5 Miles to Angle Lake Light Rail Stop / Offered at $539,000 }

1. Click for copy of Preliminary Title Report: document
2. Seller Disclosure: 18920 4th S – Form 17 – Seller Disclosure – Improv
3. Click for Seller-procured Inspection Report: Brown_Nicole Combined Report (1)
4. Click Here for Lot A Beach Rights Info, and tour: https://youtu.be/2jUre-CpHHM
5. Click for Septic Docs: 18920 4th 2019 final
6. Click Here for Photo Gallery

Inquries? Leah@windermere.com

Q2 Seattle metro real estate numbers closed where the trends had suggested. While available inventory continues to tic upwards, average sales price declined 7%. This is further evidence that our market continues to moderate from the frenzied pace of the past 5+ years.

These are just a few highlights included on the full Quarterly Report.