St. Mary Real Estate

11/08/2022

Sold in just two days for full price, with two offers! My clients were thrilled their two bedroom/2 bath condominium was in high demand. The real estate market is becoming more balanced…still favorable for sellers, but not as frantic for buyers. It changes daily. Call me if you’d like up-to-the-minute information for buying or selling.

08/31/2022

The market may not be white hot and frenzied anymore, but it is still a sellers market. Priced right and marketed strategically, houses are selling fast!

If you’re deciding whether to rent or buy in 2022, consider the many financial benefits that come with owning a home.

06/05/2021

I’m thrilled to present this fantastic new listing, one of only 16 on Mercer Island… Wow! Come see it, I’m holding it open today from 1 to 3, (yes we can have open houses again)!

For Sale: , 4 bath, 3,940 SQFT ∙ $2,495,000 ∙ 7646 N Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040 ∙ Northwest MLS # 1776731 ∙ This house has it all...Come and see! Incredibly adaptive spaces for your household. Rare quality throughout, superb location (2 min to I-90, 2 blocks to village, 2 blocks to ...

05/05/2021

Court Strikes Down Eviction Ban
U.S. District Court Judge Dabney L. Friedrich of the District of Columbia struck down a nationwide eviction moratorium Wednesday, calling it unlawful. Friedrich's ruling applies nationwide.

The eviction ban was put in place last year by the Trump administration using public health powers granted to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention during health emergencies.

The ban was most recently extended by President Biden through the end of June.

In her 20-page ruling, Friedrich said, “It is the role of the political branches, and not the courts, to assess the merits of policy measures designed to combat the spread of disease, even during a global pandemic. The question for the Court is a narrow one: Does the Public Health Service Act grant the CDC the legal authority to impose a nationwide eviction moratorium? It does not.”

The Georgia and Alabama Association of REALTORS®, two housing providers, and their property management companies, filed the suit in defense of mom-and-pop property owners around the country struggling to pay bills without rental income for more than a year.

NAR—which helped secure nearly $50 billion in rental assistance provided by Congress since December to help tenants pay their bills and provide relief to housing providers who have lost income—supported the lawsuit, saying the ban was no longer needed.

“NAR has always maintained that the best solution for all parties was rental assistance to cover the rent, taxes and utility bills for tenants struggling during the pandemic,” says NAR President Charlie Oppler. “This decision prevents two crises—one for tenants, and one for mom-and-pop housing providers who do not have a reprieve from their bills. With rental assistance secured, the economy growing, and unemployment rates falling, there is no need to continue a blanket, nationwide eviction ban. With this safety net firmly in place, the market needs a return to normalcy and stability.”

Oppler adds that “our attention now should turn to the swift and efficient implementation of rental assistance.”

03/13/2021

Rates are inching up. Seems like a good time to refinance if you haven’t already, right? This article has great information to consider before making the call.

If you haven’t refinanced yet, is it still worth it? Homeowners have a lot to consider before signing that application.

01/21/2021

Another closed sale just before the holidays wrapped up a record breaking year! Here’s to 2021 being better than ever, in every way!

5 bed, 6 bath, 5,335 SQFT ∙ ∙ 3220 74th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 ∙ Northwest MLS ∙ Barcelo Homes presents a flawless contemporary home designed to fit the needs of the modern homeowner. With walls of windows to capture the views, the serenity & stature of this home will surely impress...

11/19/2020

Another one of my First Hill listings is now under contract! The market is on FIRE... If you are considering selling your home, give me a call! The time is now!

5 bed, 5 bath, 3,962 SQFT ∙ $3,198,000 ∙ 3243 74 Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 ∙ Northwest MLS # 1677190 ∙ Located on Ultra-popular First Hill, this home and location are ideal! Nearly brand new, w/all the bells, whistles and maturity of an established home. Fenced western backyard w/cover...

11/19/2020

After only 6 days on the market, this beautiful First Hill home went under contract and has now officially closed! So excited for my sellers and the new homeowners!

4 bed, 5 bath, 4,570 SQFT ∙ ∙ 3417 74th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 ∙ Northwest MLS ∙ Don't miss this exceptional home on beloved First Hill. Built by reputable builder, RKK, this is a showstopper! Classic style, lux quality and uncommon details. Warm rich tones, gracious flow, joyful in...

10/23/2020

Let's make it 6 in a row! Go Hawks!!!

10/14/2020

My 3rd listing on First Hill in the past 45 days! I love being able to sell homes in my old stomping grounds of 17 years. One of my favorite neighborhoods on Mercer Island. Get them while they’re hot!!
Plus, brokers opens and public open houses are now allowed! Come see me between 12-2 tomorrow for an in person showing. It seems like it’s been forever!

For Sale: 5 bed, 5 bath, 3,962 SQFT ∙ $3,198,000 ∙ 3243 74 Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 ∙ Northwest MLS # 1677190 ∙ Located on ultra-popular First Hill, this home and location will please the most discerning buyer. Nearly brand new, but w/all the whistles, bells and maturity of an establi...

10/01/2020

Hey friends, I am very excited to present this fantastic new listing in my old neighborhood, First Hill, on Mercer Island. What a stunning creation by Barcelo Homes in one of MI's hottest neighborhoods! in case you haven't heard, the residential real estate market in the King County area is RED HOT and getting hotter by the day! Need answers? Need help? Call me!

For Sale: 5 bed, 6 bath, 5,335 SQFT ∙ $4,480,000 ∙ 3220 74th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 ∙ Northwest MLS # 1669833 ∙ Barcelo Homes presents a flawless contemporary home designed to fit the needs of the modern homeowner. With walls of windows to capture the views, the serenity & stature o...

10/01/2020

Hey friends, I am very excited to present this fantastic new listing, built by Barcelo Homes, in my old neighborhood, First Hill, on Mercer Island. What a stunning transformation from the previous home on this lot! in case you haven't heard, the residential real estate market in the King County area is RED HOT and getting hotter by the day! Need answers? Need help? Call me!

For Sale: 5 bed, 6 bath, 5,335 SQFT ∙ $4,480,000 ∙ 3220 74th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 ∙ Northwest MLS # 1669833 ∙ Barcelo Homes presents a flawless contemporary home designed to fit the needs of the modern homeowner. With walls of windows to capture the views, the serenity & stature o...