The Dawn Rushton Real Estate Group

The Dawn Rushton Real Estate Group The Dawn Rushton Group has been selling real estate in south King County since 1984. We would love to help you with your real estate needs!

We are a team of dedicated & passionate real estate professionals who pride ourselves on client satisfaction.

September is here! 🍂 And with the cooler weather on the way, it’s a great time to give your home a little extra attentio...
09/04/2026

September is here! 🍂 And with the cooler weather on the way, it’s a great time to give your home a little extra attention. Taking care of your home is one of the best ways to protect your investment! 🏡

Proud of the homes we’ve helped our clients sell recently and so grateful for the trust they’ve placed in our team! 🏡✨ A...
08/28/2026

Proud of the homes we’ve helped our clients sell recently and so grateful for the trust they’ve placed in our team! 🏡✨ As we head into fall, we’re looking forward to more closings, new clients, and plenty of exciting things ahead. Here’s to a great season! 🍂

Thinking about buying a home? 🏡 Understanding how to plan your financing strategy is an important part of the process. F...
08/28/2026

Thinking about buying a home? 🏡 Understanding how to plan your financing strategy is an important part of the process. From knowing your budget to anticipating unplanned costs, a little preparation can go a long way.

In case you were wondering!
08/21/2026

In case you were wondering!

Your home’s value can be affected by more than just the market. From deferred maintenance and outdated features to poor ...
08/20/2026

Your home’s value can be affected by more than just the market. From deferred maintenance and outdated features to poor curb appeal and over-personalized spaces, small details can sometimes make a bigger difference than you’d expect 🏡

Staging is not about unnecessary extras or going over the top, it’s about highlighting what buyers want to see. Staging ...
08/15/2026

Staging is not about unnecessary extras or going over the top, it’s about highlighting what buyers want to see. Staging at it’s best:

✔️ Shows off your home’s flow
✔️ Maximizes natural light
✔️ Creates inviting spaces
✔️ Draws attention to features that matter most like kitchens, living areas, and functional spaces

Done right, staging helps buyers feel at home and can even increase your offers. We create individualized staging plans that showcase your home’s unique character, highlight its best features, and appeals to today’s buyers!

08/07/2026

The July 2026 market report is in!

Numbers from last month’s report show:

- There were 5,342 active listings on the market - up 25% from July 2025

- 2,022 homes were sold in King County - 11.9% less compared to last year

- The median sales price was $879,500 - up .51% from last July's median price of $875,000

- Homes, on average, sold within 32 days

We’re here to answer all your real estate questions! Whether you’re ready to buy or sell, we would love to work with you. Connect with us by visiting the link in our bio ✨

Beat the fall rush by making sure your home is airtight and ready for the seasons ahead. Whether you’re staying put or g...
08/07/2026

Beat the fall rush by making sure your home is airtight and ready for the seasons ahead. Whether you’re staying put or getting ready to list, these tasks are non-negotiable for a healthy home.

🔧 A friendly reminder! Garage doors are one of the largest moving parts in your home, and while simple maintenance like keeping tracks clean or replacing remote batteries is perfectly fine, repairs involving springs, cables, or the opener should always be left to trained professionals. Stay safe and know when it’s time to call in the experts!

Sleep While Your Equity Grows 🏡📈While you’re sleeping...✅ Your loan balance may be decreasing✅ Your home may be apprecia...
07/31/2026

Sleep While Your Equity Grows 🏡📈

While you’re sleeping...
✅ Your loan balance may be decreasing
✅ Your home may be appreciating
✅ Your equity may be growing

That’s the power of owning real estate.

Here is what we walk buyers through before unpacking that first box:1. Rekey or replace every exterior lock. A locksmith...
07/30/2026

Here is what we walk buyers through before unpacking that first box:

1. Rekey or replace every exterior lock. A locksmith runs about $100 to $150, or rekey kits at a home goods store are around $20 a lock.

2. Find the water main shutoff and the breaker panel. Label the breakers while the house is empty and quiet. The day a pipe bursts is the wrong day to go looking!

3. Locate the gas shutoff and your water heater. Know where they are and how to turn them off.

4. Change the HVAC filter and write the size on it. A new filter is cheap and protects the most expensive system in the house.

5. Test every smoke and carbon monoxide detector. Put fresh batteries in all of them. If they are older than 10 years, replace the units.

6. Deep clean before the furniture lands. An empty house is the only time you can reach inside every cabinet, every vent, and under where the fridge will sit.

7. Reset the garage code, smart locks, thermostat, and wifi router. Previous owner’s phones may sometimes still be connected to these.

8. Photograph and video every empty room. That is your baseline for condition and your record for insurance if you ever need to file a claim.

9. Confirm power, water, gas, internet, and trash are in your name, and find out which day pickup is.

10. Hunt down leftover paint, manuals, and warranty info in the garage and closets. Match your wall colors now so touch ups are easy later.

Do these first and you start your home ownership in control instead of catching up. Save this so it’s ready on closing day!

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