New Waterfront Listing – Mercer Island

C.Clark — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:40:37 +0000

Spectacular panoramic southern Lake Washington views. Superior finishes throughout this 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath home. 4,670 square feet. Walls of windows envelop the expansive living room; the wood and metal wrapped fireplace anchors the space. Inviting master suite with spectacular lake views and a sumptuous 5-piece bath. The lower level is complete with theater room, recreation room and wine cellar. Two outdoor living rooms. 65′ of prime waterfront with substantial dock, accented by a lush lawn and professional landscaping – ready for summertime enjoyment! Offered at $4,495,000

A shift in sales: great news for sellers

C.Clark — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:08:51 +0000

For the first time in years, local sales are outpacing new listings in the NWMLS.

“NWMLS members reported 6,103 pending sales during November, marking the seventh straight month of double-digit, year-over-year increases. Last month’s total number of mutually accepted offers was 22.4 percent higher than the same month a year ago.” – mynorthwest.com

‘Tis the Season

C.Clark — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 20:11:58 +0000

I’m not sure how it happened so quickly but December has shown up on our doorstep! Amid all the holiday hustle and bustle, I hope you take time to enjoy the sounds and sights in your community. Here are just a few of our favorite local holiday events:

Magic Season Ice Arena: November 25 – January 8, Bellevue Downtown Park. $10 admission, includes skate rental fee. www.magicseason.com

Snowflake Lane: Nightly at 7pm, November 25 – December 24, Bellevue Collection. Free fun for all, with music, dancing and even the magic of a little snow. www.bellevuecollection.com

Garden d’Lights: Open nightly 5-10pm, November 26 – December 31, Bellevue Botanical Garden. $5 admission, kids 10 and under free. Free admission on December 5-7 and 12-14 courtesy of KeyBank. www.gardenlights.org

Happy Holidays, may your season be bright!

Sunday Open House in Kirkland: October 30th, 12-3pm

C.Clark — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:47:54 +0000

Open this Sunday from 12-3pm, this home has been nicely updated with new carpet, tile flooring and paint as well as bathroom fixtures and vanities with slab granite. Inviting living room with vaulting ceilings and fireplace. Newly updated kitchen: slab granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Deck and patio; nicely landscaped, fully fenced backyard. Close to shopping, dining, parks and I-405. Move in ready! Offered at $349,000 – Click here for more property details.

Kingsgate - offered at $349,000

Northbound I-405 closed in Bellevue this weekend, weather permitting

C.Clark — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 23:38:52 +0000

The WSDOT plans to close northbound bound I-405 through the downtown Bellevue corridor this weekend to put the finishing touches on rerouting highway 520-bound traffic from the south. Once reopened on Monday morning, commuters will access headed to 520 from downtown Bellevue will access the on-ramps via NE 10th Street, and those already on I-405 will access the on-ramps about a half mile earlier than before the switch. Click here for more info and updates on the closure.