Local market update.

King County saw more home sales and higher sold prices last month, even with mortgage rates remaining in the 7% range. And there’s new hope on the horizon for buyers, as they finally have more inventory to choose from.

Find our full market recap here.

News + trends.

[THE STATE OF] REAL ESTATE

What’s up (or down) with apartments?

Rents are still rising, but at a slower rate. There’s an ongoing need for rental housing, but construction financing is troublesome. What do these competing factors mean for multifamily development in our region?

LOCAL ECONOMY

Building buzz: Noteworthy new construction projects

Sammamish Town Center, Eastgate townhomes, construction robots and a historic Seattle block capture the spotlight.

[THE STATE OF] REAL ESTATE

NWMLS opts out of NAR settlement

A confident Northwest Multiple Listing Service chooses its own path and principles.

LOCAL ECONOMY

Bellevue’s new Amazon hub sparkles

The West Main urban tower village connects with the community though new amenities and artful design.

Happenings.

June 22 – 24
Washington Brewers Festival

June 30
Seattle Pride Parade

July 4
Seafair 4th of July
and
Bellevue Family 4th

July 12 – 14
Ballard SeafoodFest

July 19 – 21
Capitol Hill Block Party
and
Bite of Seattle

Pin-spiration.

Embrace classic New England seaside style, natural beauty, and a love of all things cozy and charming with the soothing palette of Coastal Grandmother.