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Patrick’s Faire Back on Market | Short Sale Opportunity

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Patrick’s Faire Back on Market | Short Sale Opportunity

Super cute 3 Bedroom resale in Maple Valley’s Patrick’s Faire community is now back on the market as a short sale at $219,950 now reduced to $215,000! The first buyers grew tired of waiting for the Bank’s response, which we are hopeful to have within the next 30 days or so. The negotiator is holding this file open for the next buyer’s offer. Don’t wait!   If time is not an issue, this might be the best deal for you this year! The home is at the end of a long driveway and boasts a larger than average rear (fully fenced) yard.   The interior has wide-planked cherry laminate flooring and a wide-open concept layout. The great room has a gas fireplace in the corner, then there is the dining area and Kitchen. Upstairs is a very spacious Master suite with laminate flooring, 5 piece bath and large walk-in closet. Patrick’s Faire is served by Rock Creek Elementary and Tahoma Middle School. View additional photos and information here

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Maple Valley’s Valley Green III-New & Improved Price

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Maple Valley’s Valley Green III-New & Improved Price

24112 231st Place SE, Maple Valley 98038-Just Reduced to $259,950 in the super popular Valley Green neighborhood. This Schneider Homes 2 story, located in Division 3 was built in 2001 and has alot to offer the discerning buyer.   The floorplan is light and bright with vaulted ceilings in the Living Room. Formal Dining features white millwork and chair-rail. The Kitchen and informal areas look onto a larger than average rear yard, complete with entertainment-sized paver patio boasting built-in benches and custom trellis detail. Valley Green is located just off Hwy 169 and is served by the Rock Creek Elementary School. There is a large neighborhood park and the community is within walking distance to coffee and local shops. Don’t miss your chance to live in this popular community for a great price! Currently offered at $275,000. More details and photos/virtual tour coming soon!

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21836 SE 254th PL | Sold in Cedar Downs!

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21836 SE 254th PL | Sold in Cedar Downs!

Cedar Downs .58 Acre~ Offered at $437,500 Happy New Year to the buyer of this incredible, custom NW Contemporary in the Cedar Downs neighborhood. Stunning and unique floorplan which is essentially a Rambler (3 BR, self-contained upstairs) with lower level One BR Mother-in-Law quarters. Additional Info & Photos Virtual Tour First time on the market, this property had been meticulously maintained by the original owners and over $80,000 was spent in recent enhancements & updates. Like vaulted ceilings? You’ll have them in Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen AND Master suite! Extensive hardwoods throughout the main living area and secondary bedrooms. Kitchen is a cooks dream with slab Granite counters & pro-Viking Appliances. Lower level has utitility room & wine cellar plus a One bedroom suite;  Full Bath with stackable W/D, Living area and full Kitchen with Gas Range, dishwasher, sink & Fridge. Attached 2 car garage AND super nice Detached Shop-Wood working, art or exercise studio? Upstairs has a loft area for storage. The .58 acre lot is terraced with numerous evergreens & fruit trees. There is ample parking for boat/RV or multiple vehicles. This home is part of the Cedar Downs community and enjoys member access to the private beach & park

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Bank Owned Buyers Face Competition

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Bank Owned Buyers Face Competition

Maple Valley Bank Owned inventory sales stats and discount percentages for home buyers shopping in the Tahoma School District

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Luxury Home Market Update

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Luxury Home Market Update

Several years ago, I achieved the Certified Luxury Home Sales Specialist Accreditation. There was some coursework involved and the Accrediting Institute, required a track record of selling “Luxury” properties in the area. Their qualifying benchmark for the category of  “Luxury” property was that if it sold for 150% or more of the Average Sales Price. Here in Maple Valley, as of today, the average Sales price is $281.483. According to the Institute’s definition, a “Luxury” home in Maple Valley would be any property listed or sold for more than $422,000 and change. Here’s a snapshot of that market, for the past six months for single family homes, within the Tahoma School District, listed and sold through NWMLS: # Active : 33            Avg List Price: $684,815       Avg Market time: 137 days #Pending: 4             Avg List Price:  $759,950     Avg Market Time: 63 days # Sold:13                    Avg Sales Price: 723,462       Avg Market Time: 67 days The highest property currently listed for sale within the Tahoma School District is being offered at $1,300,000. The highest priced home SOLD within the last six months is $1,650,000. Start your search for Luxury Homes within the Tahoma School District here Wondering the value of your high end Maple Valley home? Find out here

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Home Shopping-Buying in Maple Valley

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Home Shopping-Buying in Maple Valley

In a previous post, I addressed the “getting ready” phase of  home buying, outlining the steps which should be taken prior to actually looking at homes as well as the process I go through with buyers who would like to have me represent them in the purchase of their greater Maple Valley area home.   Once you’re committed and your preapproval is in hand, it’s time to go shopping! The internet has altered the Home shopping experience tremendously.  In the past, I would have shown you many more homes than I would now, because you’ll probably have eliminated many and zero-ed in on a few “favorites”.  Typically I plan to show no more than 8 homes in one outing unless there is a real constraint on time; a client in town only for the weekend, or someone who must be in their new home by the end of the month. The reason I don’t prefer to show more than that is because after awhile they all begin to blend together.  Was it house # 2 or 10 that had that waterfall in the backyard? The pink kitchen of house number 4 gets filed in the memory of house number 8….and even though I can

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Where Do You Start?-Buying in Maple Valley

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Where Do You Start?-Buying in Maple Valley

This post was originally published in 2008 but it’s still relavant so I thought I’d breathe some new life into it. Whether you’re buying your first home or your fifth, once the decision is made, you may not know what the next step is or where to begin. Of course, being the biased Realtor that I am, I suggest you start with contacting your real estate professional-(that would be me….hopefully).   The initial process goes like this: Whenever I meet new clients for the first time, we sit down and talk informally about the home buying process as it’s pertains to the current market. Today more than ever, it’s important to understand pricing trends, recent changes in real estate laws and what to expect during the escrow process.  I view my role at this stage as an educator, offering scenarios and options so my clients are able to make informed decisions. That’s the key in the process…it’s your decision, but you must have the information and understanding to feel comfortable with making those decisions. After that first meeting, the next step is to talk with a Lender to receive your pre-approval. When I first started in this business, buyers were pre-qualified. This is different from a pre-approval.

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23605 SE 192nd St, Maple Valley 98038|Lake Francis Area SOLD

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23605 SE 192nd St, Maple Valley 98038|Lake Francis Area SOLD

 Another Maple Valley acreage property under contract and closed today! Affordable & adorable Maple Valley home on acreage all set up for your horses! Pass through the automated gate and the long drive leads to this cozy 3 bedroom 2 bath rambler, built in 1977 nestled on 1.91 acres in the Lake Francis area of Maple Valley. Served by the Tahoma School District, this property offers a 2 stall barn (with feed/tack room), cross-fenced turn-outs, chicken coop, hay storage/garden shed and a detached Shop for storage or hobbies. The house is cute! Laminate flooring runs through the Living Room, Dining Room and hallway, while the Entry, Kitchen and both baths have tile floors. The efficient Kitchen,boasts tile counters and plenty of counterspace, with a handy breakfast bar. The Kitchen also looks onto the rear yard and covered deck. More details & photos can be found here  to follow and the virtual tour  can be viewed here. Closed 11/4/2011 Sales price: $287,000-cash

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