This month's focus area....
Downtown Seattle
Downtown Seattle is undergoing some major development. Every direction you look you will see cranes building numerous condo, retail and commercial buildings. Seattle is projected to have tens of thousands of people moving into the area. Economist are confident that the number or units being built will be absorbed into the community over the next few years. Our economy is growing and is diverse enough that economic recession in the area will be mild.
Things to see Downtown
*Pike Place Market*
Nine Acres and 100 years of operation have made this the 'Soul of Seattle.' With over 200 commercial owners, 190 craftspeople, 120 farmers, and hundreds of street performers you will enjoy something new every time.
Open daily from 10am- 6pm |
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*Take a Ferry Ride*
The local transportation system of ferries is a charming feature of Seattle. Enjoy the city views from the great Puget Sound!
Click here for the local schedule |
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*Olympic Sculpture Park*
Opened in January 2007 the park is owned by SAM (Seattle Art Museum). Walk the Z path which connects three separate land areas together and enjoy art for free!
2901 Western Ave |
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Restaurant of the Month.....
El Bistro
Address: 93-A Pike (in Post Alley)
Phone: 206.682.3049
Price: $$ (15-25)
Visit their web site Click Here
| "Underground and Intimate..." |
| "In the Heart of Pike Place Market" |
| "A Lot Like Sex" |
Enjoy this wonderful Italian Restaurant located Downtown Seattle right in pike place market. An incredibly cozy and relaxing environment. Perfect for a date or a glass of wine after work. One of the Best Bartenders in Seattle- Rick!
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Market Stats for King County
Residential median price of closed sales for February 07 $425,000
Residential median price of closed sales for February 08 $429,900
That is a 1.1% increase
Condo median price of closed sales for February 07 $286,825
Condo median price of closed sales for February 08 $292,675
That is a 2.0% increase
*Economist are predicting home prices to level out throughout 2008 and pick up again in 2009. Areas closest to urban centers will hold there value the most. |
School Information for
Downtown
Click here to view an interactive map for local schools.
Local schools:
The Downtown area falls on the border of Central, South and Queen Anne/ Magnolia region. Check the map for more details.
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Real Estate in the News
I have compiled some informative and interesting articles published recently regarding the Northwest Real Estate market.
*Conforming loan limits raised to $567,500.
Click Here
*Title industry taking some heat.
Click Here
* Easy ways to Go Green at Home.
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Today's Mortgage Rate
Mortgage Calculator. Find out what your monthly payment would be based on purchase price, percent down, and interest rate. Great resource! |
Windermere Home Update
April 2008
In this month's issue:
Home Improvements that make "Cents" Click Here
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Statistical Market Comparisons
Check out these market comparisons for Condos and Single Family homes all around the Seattle Area.
Residential January 07
Condominium January 07
Weekly Stats
Highlighting specific areas with the number of active listings, pending and weekly supply.
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Search for Properties
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Compare sales from 2007 to 2006
Condos
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