Category Archives: Des Moines

A NEW SOLUTION FOR YOUR OLD PAINT

The Paint Stewardship Program, PaintCare, launched in April this year. They coordinate the recycling of latex and oil based paints, stains, shellacs, sealers, coatings, and more by providing drop off sites at paint shops all over King County.  Locally, both Miller Paint and Sherwin-Williams in Burien participate in this program.

I just helped one of my sellers dispose of his old paint. It was easy and convenient. Best of all, I know it’s not going into the drain or landfill. This recycling service is great for when you are moving, renovating, or if you have a few old cans just sitting around in your garage. For more information on the paint products accepted or to find a drop-off location near you, visit www.paintcare.org.

Helping my clients with their chemical recycling isn’t in the official job description as a broker, but it’s one of the many ways I serve my clients as the need arises. When you need someone to cover the details, reach out!

YEAR-TO-DATE MARKET DEMAND

What is Driving the Voracious Demand in the PNW?

NATIONAL HOUSING SHORTAGE means low inventory across all markets.

HISTORICALLY LOW INTEREST RATES pressures buyers to lock in their mortgages NOW!

BUYERS COMPETING WITH EACH OTHER by offering over list price.

POST COVID cabin fever.

INCREASED LUMBER PRICES = Higher building and renovation costs!

The Secret Is Out!

With buyers moving out of the city in search of more space and lower prices, South King County has become a HOT spot. The cities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and Tukwila have seen an influx of new home buyers who are enjoying the parks and beaches along with the easy access to freeways, the airport and downtown Seattle.

Des Moines View Home

Perched on the top of the North Hill of Des Moines, this home offers expansive views of Mt. Rainier, the Cascade Mountains, Puget Sound, the Des Moines Marina and more. Conveniently located to shopping, beach parks, freeway access, the light rail station and more. This boutique neighborhood is a hidden gem. For more information and additional photos: www.johnlscott.com/36669

What Do Buyers Want?

For buyers looking for a home during the Covid 19 Pandemic – it’s all about the work at home, learn at home and play at home space. This loft space in my new listing in Des Moines fits the bill for all three!

511 S 192nd Street, Des Moines, WA 98198 * MLS#1660443 * $600,000

This home has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths a 3 car garage and it’s close to freeways, shopping and the community park! Call for a tour today!

King County Average Days on Market

Quarantine, Schmorantine!

With new restrictions on viewing homes and even leaving home to run basic errands, you would think that homes would languish on the market for weeks.

But the numbers reveal otherwise.

The average time on the market for residential properties in King County is almost half of what it was last year!   In fact, we haven’t had this low of an average in over a year! Many qualified buyers are trying to take advantage of low interest rates and making competitive offers on limited inventory.

King County Average Days on Market