Seattle, the capital of the state of Washington, is the jewel in the crown of the Pacific Northwest. While Portland has an undeniable appeal, even sometimes making it to the top of rankings of the best places to live in the U.S., Seattle real estate is sizzling now that so many domestically and abroad are catching on to it. If you’re thinking about making the move, make sure to read our Tips For Moving post, or this helpful moving article. What makes Seattle so unique is the balance it offers between tech and green friendly. It’s become the symbol of American potential and prosperity.
Those who live here can expect a daily commute from home to work of just around 30 minutes. It’s no surprise that Amazon, as well as a host of other cutting-edge companies, have made Seattle a base.
From the traditional dwellings with family-friendly porches that you find in Wallingford to the new modernist townhouses of the Central District, Seattle offers postcard views of the Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier while still being dynamic and urbane. Few American cities are such a treasure trove of real estate investment options. The local housing market here isn’t close to running out of steam either. There are over 10,000 real estate agents in this lush growing city.
The following are considered most knowledgeable about where to find your dream property as well as guide you through the purchasing and renting process. Some have even won awards for their services and expertise.
Demetra Apostolou – Northgate
115 NE 100th St, Suite 308
Seattle, WA 98125
206-258-7678
A realtor with the Redfin brokerage, Demetra stands out for her sense of humor and familiarity with the available housing inventory in areas such as Ballard, Blue Ridge, North Beach and Downtown Seattle. Her background in interior design gives her a trained eye for scouting property.
Andrew Mellon – Lake & Company Real Estate
7801 Green Lake Drive North
Seattle, Washington 98103
206-527-1777
Andrew Mellon has helped an array of clients identify and successfully bid for the property of interest. He’s not just adept at sales. He’s patient. Clients rave about his gift for price negotiating. Sellers enjoy the network of photographers and home stagers at his fingertips that facilitate open houses. If you’re looking for an agent to assist you in either buying or selling in Seattle, you won’t be disappointed by visiting Andrew with Lake & Company Real Estate.
Paige Baldridge – Findwell
920 Dexter Avenue N
Seattle WA 98109
206-462-6200
Paige has a reputation for being savvy. She’s part of a team that Findwell handpicks to navigate the increasingly hot Seattle real estate market with calm and experience. You can be shopping for a first home or adding another income property to your portfolio. She knows where the most promising investment locations are and get rave reviews for bringing know-how to the buying and selling process from beginning to end. Findwell agents tend to have a customer service flair. Real estate investors who’ve bought property through Paige rave about her skill at bidding under the most competitive conditions.
Michael Ackerman – Coldwell Banker BAIN
1661 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102b/t E Boylston Ave & John St
Capitol Hill
Phone number (206) 915-2739
Seattle’s a fierce property market. Michael Ackerman of Coldwell Banker BAIN stands out for his wisdom at assisting buyers to navigate a landscape that shows no signs of losing steam. He’s also a valued ally when selling. Clients rave about his uncanny ability to assess a home’s worth. He has a following of dedicated clients who attest to what a seasoned champion he is. He’s expert at deploying social media to get a home for sale the ability to attract just the buyers it needs.
