It List: September 2017

 

Seattle, Washington A high-impact yet timeless interior with top-of-the-line finishes includes 9-foot ceilings, quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances and ebony hardwoods all set against a canvas of sparkling city and water views. Two bedrooms meet a cozy den, two bathrooms and a great room with a luxe kitchen that opens to living and dining rooms. Life at LUMA comes together in a collection of incredible amenities: expansive rooftop terrace, jetted pool, fireside lounge, chefs kitchen, fitness center and a pet lounge! Offered at $1,495,000.

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Seattle, Washington 1223 Spring Street has long been the most desired address on First Hill. Built in 1929, with lavish Art Deco detailing throughout, this building exudes the luxury of the era. Unit #501 has been gracefully remodeled, keeping the elegance of the original home intact while offering all the modern amenities. With over 2,600 square feet, all on one level, this special residence lives like a single family home! Offered at $1,699,000.

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Last month, I attended the annual Realogics Sotheby's International Realty Soirée Blanche at the home of our fabulous leaders, Dean & Stacy Jones! It was a night to remember as we celebrated Stacy's 50th birthday with a special performance by Pike Places' Can Can dancers. On top of the delectable spread of food and ever-flowing libations, a live DJ kept us all entertained until the very end of the night. What a special way to honor summer with the RSIR family! Take a peek at the below collection of photos from the evening soirée.

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According to a recent analysis by Zillow, Seattle is among cities with the highest number of $1 million neighborhoods. "Zillow found that nearly one in 20 residential ZIP codes in the U.S. meet that definition, and that there are a total of 1,280 neighborhoods in the country where at least 10 percent of the homes are worth seven figures." In our very own Emerald City, where the booming tech sector pushes home prices to record highs, there are 38 $1 million neighborhoods, ranking us 9th among the top 10 cities. 

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This evening from 5:00-9:00PM, join me at Realogics Sotheby's International Realty's Park House, located at 4031 E Madison Street, for the opening night of the Madison Park Art Walk. Enjoy fabulous art by two local artists, small bites and delicious libations. I hope to see you there! 

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"Laura did a wonderful job both listing and bringing many prospective buyers to the table. She was very professional in her business ability and very considerate of my schedule. When she finished showing our house, she made sure that everything was as we left it.

I would recommend Laura to anyone thinking of listing their property."

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In an provocative article recently published by the Seattle PI, the question of soaring rents and skyrocketing home prices has caused 71% of homeowners in Washington to worry about a housing bubble. It's easy to see why the question looms. Median home prices jumped $100K in King County last month, according to NWMLS reports, and affordability has become an increasing concern for many. The last time the market generated this kind of meteoric growth was 2007 and we all know how that turned out. So, are we due to repeat history with an impending housing correction? Not likely if you talk to Dean Jones, President and CEO of Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty.

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The Sotheby’s International Realty® brand is pleased to announce the launch of its official WeChat account. WeChat is a Chinese social media app and is also the most used social media platform in the world with nearly 940 million active users. The brand’s presence on WeChat will allow our network an unprecedented opportunity to reach prospective Chinese buyers.

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I recently read an excellent book by Graham Moore, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of The Imitation Game, titled The Last Days of Night. The novel begins in 1888 and follows Thomas Edison & George Westinghouse, the two great inventors fighting to control the spread of electricity across the United States. For any history buffs out there, this is definitely a novel you want at the top of your list. You won't be able to put it down!

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