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Happy Pride Month! Celebrating love, always. #KarenBalkin #ManagingBroker #EliteHomesTeam #LuxuryRealEstate #PrideMonth

2 days ago

Happy Father’s Day! Celebrating all the dads today! #KarenBalkin #EliteHomesTeam #WindermereYarrowBay #FathersDay #CelebrateDads

3 days ago

Timeless Craftsmanship Meets Modern Living. Gerry Homes proudly presents a thoughtfully designed new construction single-family home blending timeless craftsmanship with modern livability in the heart of Kirkland. The main level features an open concept living, dining, and kitchen area designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining. The kitchen is anchored by a large island, ample cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and a premium appliance package featuring Bertazzoni Italia, Bosch, and Samsung, flowing effortlessly into the living area with a cozy fireplace. Step outside to the private patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. A charming covered front porch, powder room, and direct access to the attached garage add both style and convenience. Upstairs, the serene primary suite is a true retreat featuring a spa-inspired bath (wired for tub lights) with dual vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an upstairs laundry room provide flexibility for today's lifestyle. The home offers exceptional parking with two garage spaces, one attached and one detached, plus driveway and off-street parking. Ideally located near Carillon Point, parks, waterfront/marina access, dining, and top-rated Lake WA schools. Offering a 1% temporary rate buydown through the preferred lender, Loan Depot. #KarenBalkin #EliteHomesTeam #ManagingBroker #WindermereYarrowBay #KirklandOpenHouse #KirklandRealEstate #KirklandWA

5 days ago

Craftsman Design in the Heart of Juanita. MN Custom Homes introduces a craftsman design in the convenient Juanita neighborhood. Ideally located on a cul-de-sac. Entertainment spaces include vaulted great room, chef’s kitchen with abundant natural light, outdoor covered living space & upper-floor bonus room. Bright and cheery. Private, main floor guest en-suite. Extensive use of hardwood floors. Upper floor primary retreat with 5-piece bath and heated floors. Dedicated home office. Smart & green home features throughout, including solar panels. Convenient access to downtown Kirkland amenities, beaches, parks, schools & all major Tech campuses. Lake Washington Schools. #KarenBalkin #EliteHomesTeam #ManagingBroker #WindermereYarrowBay #KirklandOpenHouse #KirklandRealEstate #KirklandWA

5 days ago

Reflecting on freedom. Honoring resilience. Celebrating Juneteenth. #KarenBalkin #EliteHomesTeam #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #WindermereYarrowBay

5 days ago

Impressive New Construction. MN Custom Homes presents a transitional design in the convenient Rose Hill neighborhood. Entertainment spaces include vaulted great room, chef’s kitchen, outdoor covered living space with fireplace & vaulted, upper-floor bonus room. Guest main floor en-suite, upper floor primary suite retreat with 5-piece bath and heated floors. Work from home office. Spacious, private backyard. 3-car wide garage. Smart & green home features throughout, including solar panels. Convenient access to downtown Kirkland amenities, parks, schools & all major Tech campuses. #KarenBalkin #EliteHomesTeam #ManagingBroker #WindermereYarrowBay #KirklandOpenHouse #KirklandRealEstate #KirklandWA

2 weeks ago

June Real Estate Market Trends and Stats Seattle Rising inventory helped bring balance to Seattle’s housing market in May, yet competition remained strong. The median sold price climbed to $1.04M, up 4% from April and 3% year over year, reflecting continued buyer confidence in the city. Homes are moving quickly, with 82% selling within 30 days, while half sold above or at asking price. Let’s chat about how to navigate today’s market and make the most of your next move. Eastside May saw months of supply reach their highest levels in a decade on the Eastside, contributing to a growing market balance. Even so, demand for well-priced homes remained steady. The median sold price settled at $1.51M, down 6% from April and 8% year over year, though still in line with norms over the past five years. Nearly 80% of homes sold within 30 days, and more than 40% sold at or above list price. Let’s talk about how you can best prepare for the next steps in your real estate journey. Connect with me to discuss how today's market may influence your next steps. #KarenBalkin #EliteHomesTeam #WindermereYarrowBay #JuneMarketUpdate #LuxuryRealEstate

2 weeks ago

It’s the annual Windermere Community Service Day! Today, our team helped refurbish the YWCA Family Village in Redmond, which supports individuals and families in our community through several key programs, including: • Basic Food & Employment Training Program - Job search, training, and placement services for eligible food stamp recipients. • Employment & Housing Stability Program - Helps families rise out of homelessness and prevents others from losing their homes through stable jobs and housing. Our Windermere brokers contribute at every closing to the Windermere Foundation, supporting local nonprofits. 👉 Learn more: https://www.windermere.com/foundation If you'd like to support the Redmond YWCA, here's the link: 👉 Volunteer or donate here: https://www.ywcaworks.org/locations/family-village-redmond #KarenBalkin #Windermere #CommunityServiceDay #YWCA #RealEstateWithPurpose

3 weeks ago

Stunning New Construction. Gerry Homes proudly presents a thoughtfully designed new construction single-family home blending timeless craftsmanship with modern livability in the heart of Kirkland. The main level features an open concept living, dining, and kitchen area designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining. The kitchen is anchored by a large island, ample cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and a premium appliance package featuring Bertazzoni Italia, Bosch, and Samsung, flowing effortlessly into the living area with a cozy fireplace. Step outside to the private patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. A charming covered front porch, powder room, and direct access to the attached garage add both style and convenience. Upstairs, the serene primary suite is a true retreat featuring a spa-inspired bath (wired for tub lights) with dual vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an upstairs laundry room provide flexibility for today's lifestyle. The home offers exceptional parking with two garage spaces, one attached and one detached, plus driveway and off-street parking. Ideally located near Carillon Point, parks, waterfront/marina access, dining, and top-rated Lake WA schools. Offering a 1% temporary rate buydown through the preferred lender, Loan Depot. For more information, click here: 10612 NE 54th Lane, Kirkland, WA 98033 https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1687948r47482 10618 NE 54th Lane, Kirkland, WA 98033 https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1687946D50955 #KarenBalkin #EliteHomesTeam #ManagingBroker #WindermereYarrowBay #KirklandOpenHouse #KirklandRealEstate #KirklandWA

3 weeks ago

Local Look: Has the Market Reached a Turning Point? The spring selling season ended with a few surprises. In this month’s Local Look, Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker breaks down what the latest Northwest MLS data reveals about inventory, buyer demand, and why this summer could look very different than recent years. Watch the full update. #KarenBalkin #WindermereEconomics #MarketNews #MarketUpdates #HousingMarket

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