Santa Monica

Santa Monica’s real estate market has shown interesting trends in early 2025. The median sale price for homes is currently $1.6 million, reflecting a 7.7% decline compared to the previous year. However, the median price per square foot has increased by 16.5% year-over-year, now reaching $1,240. Homes in the area are spending an average of 87 days on the market before selling, up from 54 days last year. In January 2025 alone, 41 homes were sold, marking a 20.6% increase from the same time last year.

Encore Brentwood

Encore Brentwood offers effortless access to the city's best dining and shopping. Located a short stroll from San Vicente Boulevard, residents enjoy the perfect blend of Brentwood sophistication and tranquil residential living.

Sixteen18Hilts

Debuting in the heart of Westwood, these twelve 2-3 bedroom residences are offering expansive spaces ranging from 1,799 to 2,63 square feet and fine designer finishes throughout.

SEVEN18 Hudson

Discover modern living in our 23-unit condo residences adjacent to Hancock Park. These homes offer an abundance of natural light and modern European finishes. Many units provide stunning views of downtown and the Hollywood Hills. Additionally, easy access to Melrose and Highland shops offers unmatched convenience and excitement to your lifestyle.

Rexford Beverly Hills

Welcome to 462 S. Rexford Dr., a premier collection of seven exquisite single-level residences nestled in the heart of Beverly Hills. Designed for those who appreciate the finest in modern living, these 2-3 bedroom homes redefine sophistication with expansive interiors, bespoke finishes, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

West Seattle Living: A Charming Abode

Welcome home to a charming West Seattle abode on a large corner lot in a peaceful neighborhood minutes to Lincoln Park. The thoughtful open layout boasts beautiful, original hardwoods that easily flow from the living to dining areas. The seamless flow between rooms provides an effortless palette for entertaining, whether it’s a casual dinner party with friends or a large weekend celebration.

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Classic Seattle Living: Updated Broadview Home

Open the door to a classic brick home in the coveted Broadview community that flawlessly integrates thoughtful updates tailored for today’s modern lifestyle. Function and beauty converge within 1,720 square feet of open living space with 3 large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The home offers effortless flow, with a generous great room concept bringing the kitchen and living spaces together, ideal for intimate evenings or larger parties.

Chic Modern Urban Living: Luma at First Hill

Embrace a unique lifestyle opportunity at Luma, a sleek and modern condominium project situated at the confluence of Seattle’s iconic First Hill and Pike/Pine neighborhoods. Enjoy an unrivaled in-city location with a Walk Score of 99 just steps from delectable eateries, craft cocktails, entertainment, parks, public transportation, and more. Set amidst historic, near century-old buildings, Luma stands as an example of impeccable design, with LEED Silver designation and attention to detail throughout.

Urban Luxury Living: Insignia

Step into the North Tower of Insignia and experience premier luxury condominium living in downtown Seattle with a perfect location between South Lake Union and Belltown. From an enviable 01’ stack floorplan to a suite of building amenities at your fingertips, and a Walk Score of 98 with entertainment, dining and shops at your doorstep, in-city living doesn’t get any better than this.

In-City Living: Chelsea Station South at Woodland Park

Step into a truly unique one-bedroom within a boutique complex unlike any other you will find in the city of Seattle. A gem situated within a lovely neighborhood, this 1927 Tudor-style condominium building nods to its charming past while affording all one needs for seamless modern living.

In-City Living: Belltown Spotlight

Step into an historic opportunity at the Austin Bell Building in Belltown, one of Seattle’s most eclectic and fun locales. The ultimate location offers stellar west-facing views of Elliot Bay with a killer Walk Score of 95, putting the city at your fingertips.

Seattle Home Price Gains Highest in 58 Months with Lead Widening

In March 2018, the Seattle metropolitan region again widened its lead among major U.S. cities on the S&P CoreLogic Case Shiller Home Price Index to 13.0 percent year over year from a revised 9.88 percent in February. The region has thus maintained the fastest residential price growth in the country for at least 19 months.

In-City Living: Ballard Spotlight

Open the door to modern living at The Oslo in Ballard, one of Seattle’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Whether enjoying the perks of your perch or exploring the eclectic offerings of the city, The Oslo primes residents to truly enjoy The Emerald City.

Seattle is #1 City for Chinese Homebuyers

Seattle is number one in the eyes of mainland Chinese homebuyers exploring overseas investment in real estate. That’s according to Juwai.com, a popular home search site within China, and this finding is tracking with other data points according to local brokers that specialize in international homebuyers.

Are Millennials Really Giving Up on Homeownership?

In a recent feature covering the 2017 Zillow Group Report on Consumer Housing Trends, Puget Sound Business Journal debunks the millennial myth, as the survey, which polled a representative group of over 13,000, reveals that “42 percent of all buyers are looking to purchase their first home.”

The West Coast Tech Effect: From the Shores of Silicon Valley Beach to the Emerald City's Silicon Forest

Recent data reveals that many of the tech companies opening offices in Washington state are engineering centers, as Geekwire’s tech tracker has now surpassed 100 locations in the Puget Sound alone.

Futurecast Forum Panel Discusses Seattle & Bellevue's Trajectory into 2020 and Beyond

The FutureCast panel was a fantastic and well-thought-out group of individuals that covered relevant industries that will impact the future of real estate. The market is constantly moving so it's important to step back from the day-to-day operations and analyze trends as best we can in order to predict the future.

Living Car Free: A Realistic Lifestyle Choice in Seattle?

Given the walkability of the Seattle area and ride sharing options such as Uber, Lyft, ZipCar and Car2Go (among others) living without a car has become an increasingly viable option for downtown residents. Whether it’s a short $10 ride from Capitol Hill to Pike Place or paying the average $80 daily rate for a ZipCar, people living in the city are opting for options beyond owning their own car, and are loving the results.

Seattle Real Estate in a Nutshell: The Market is Hot. Is it Time to Make Your Move?

As we move into summer selling season, the Seattle real estate market shows no sign of slowing the rapid growth it has seen over the past few years. We are seeing an influx of new residents to the city, historically low inventory and a strong economy, which are bolstering a highly competitive housing market.

Summer Hot Spots Around Seattle

Summer has officially arrived in Seattle, albeit a bit early. To celebrate, I would like to share some of my favorite spots around the city that you must check out this summer, from hidden hiking spots to the best happy hours around.