253 Sound Living

07/12/2026

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07/11/2026

Thinking about buying a condo in Lakewood? Before you focus only on the purchase price, it’s important to understand the full cost of ownership....including HOA fees, monthly expenses, utilities, maintenance, and long-term value.

🚨The website has just been updated with a new Lakewood Living guide breaking down the real cost of owning a condo in Lakewood, including examples from local condo communities like The Bluffs, Custer Oaks, and Chambers Creek Terrace.

If you’re comparing condos, townhomes, or single-family homes in Lakewood or Pierce County, this guide can help you understand what HOA dues might cover and what key questions to ask before you buy.

Thinking about buying a condo in Lakewood, WA? Learn what HOA fees really cover, compare local condo communities, and understand the true monthly cost of condo ownership before you buy.

07/09/2026

Not quite sure if you're ready for homeownership? This is for you!

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Windermere Real Estate - Tacoma Lakewood

05/28/2026

Homes in the Tacoma area are still selling, but some properties are sitting longer than sellers anticipated. Our market has changed over the past five years. Pricing, presentation and understanding buyer expectations is so important right now.
My latest blog breaks it all down and shares how sellers can position their home to go from "just listed" to "just sold."

https://lavita.withwre.com/2026/05/28/why-homes-arent-selling-tacoma-2026

02/19/2026

The biggest equity losses I consistently see aren’t from market downturns.
Deferred maintenance IS the main culprit.

In our Washington climate, time + moisture = $$$$$.

Whether you’re selling soon or staying put, a smart move is to know exactly what to handle now and what maybe can wait.

If you want a clear, no-pressure game plan, I'm just a phone call away.

02/06/2026

Come check out this Kempton Woods gem. With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on a .25 acre corner lot you just might find your next home.
I'll be onsite Saturday from 11-1pm.

MLS 2476182
Listing courtesy of DiNero Williams and Glo Jones, Royal-T RE Team, Windermere Central Sound