Amie Armstrong Homes

09/15/2026

🏡 A look at the August real estate market

If you’re following the real estate market here in the North End and South Snohomish County, you may be wondering what things actually look like right now.

The answer depends quite a bit on where you are.

Here’s a quick August snapshot:

📍 Snohomish County
3.5 months of inventory
$760,000 median sales price
32 days on market
99.2% sale-to-list price

📍 King County
3.6 months of inventory
$925,000 median sales price
32 days on market
98.9% sale-to-list price

📍 Shoreline
2.7 months of inventory
$897,500 median sales price
21 days on market
99.4% sale-to-list price

Shoreline's 21-day average jumps out compared to 32 days for both King and Snohomish counties.

The sale-to-list price ratios are also pretty solid, close to 100%, which is a little surprising given the significant rise in inventory.

Prices have held up well, but fewer homes are selling. Homes that do sell are still selling close to asking, but not every listing is finding a buyer.

In August, the percentage of listings that sold was 58% in King County and 65% in Snohomish County and the Shoreline area.

Overall, we're in a much more balanced market than we saw a few years ago. Buyers have more choices, and sellers need to prepare and price their homes strategically if they want to stand out.

Keep in mind that these numbers include residential homes across all price points and may or may not apply to your specific situation. The story can look very different depending on the neighborhood, price range, and property type.

If you're wondering what the market looks like in your specific area or price range, reach out! I'd love to talk through your particular situation.

09/04/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSES | Mira Vida in Mill Creek Town Center

Friday, September 4 | 10 AM–12 PM
Saturday, September 5 | 11 AM–1 PM

✨ Now offered at $617,000!

Trail walkers, stop in and take a look. ☕🌿

This spacious 2-bedroom, 1.75-bath corner condo offers 1,028 SF with soaring 14-foot ceilings, walls of windows, and two private patios overlooking the Mill Creek Nature Preserve.

Inside, you'll find engineered hardwood floors, slab granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, a gas fireplace, heat pump with A/C, and a full-size washer and dryer.

The primary suite features a California Closets® organization system, and the second bedroom includes a built-in wall bed that makes it easy to use as a guest room, home office, or both.

The location is fantastic, in the heart of Mill Creek Town Center with restaurants, coffee shops, Town & Country Market, the library, and everyday conveniences just outside your door. Two gated garage parking spaces, ample guest parking, and community trails add to the appeal.

💰 $617,000 | MLS #2573108

🔗 See all the photos, take the virtual tour & get the details:
https://bit.ly/4cqSNEn

Come take a look this weekend!

Amie Armstrong | Winderme Real Estate/Shoreline

09/02/2026

PENDING in 6 days! 🏡

This spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Lake Forest Park found its buyer quickly, and we are on our way to closing.

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with a daylight lower level, an expansive Trex®deck, a fully fenced backyard, and all the major updates already done, this one was ready for the right buyer. They showed up in 6 days.

If you have been thinking about selling, this is what happens when a home is priced right and prepared well. The right strategy makes all the difference.

Thinking about making a move? Let's talk about what's possible for your home.

Amie Armstrong | Windermere Real Estate/Shoreline

08/31/2026

📚🍎 Back to school!

Remember when back-to-school shopping meant a new box of crayons, a couple of sharpened pencils, a fresh box of wide-ruled paper, and maybe a new pair of shoes?

There was something pretty special about that first day of school. New teacher. New classroom. New clothes. And the excitement (and maybe a few butterflies!) that came with starting a new year.

Today, the school-supply lists seem a little more complicated, but some things never change. August still brings that feeling of a fresh start and new beginnings. ✏️📓

What do you remember most about getting ready for a new school year? What are you looking forward to this fall? I’d love to hear! 🍎

08/30/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | Mira Vida in Mill Creek Town Center

Single-level living, beautiful greenbelt views, and an incredibly convenient location.

This spacious 2-bedroom, 1.75-bath corner condo offers 1,028 SF of light-filled living space, soaring 14-foot ceilings, walls of windows, and two patios overlooking the Mill Creek Nature Preserve.

IInside, you’ll find engineered hardwood floors, slab granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, a gas fireplace, heat pump with A/C, and a full-size washer and dryer. The primary suite features a walk-in closet with a California Closets® organization system, and the second bedroom includes a built-in wall bed, making it ideal for guests or flexible use.

Built in 2007, Mira Vida puts you right in the Mill Creek Town Center, with restaurants, coffee, shops, Town & Country Market, the library, and everyday conveniences nearby. The condo also includes two gated garage parking spaces plus ample guest parking. Community trails and the Mill Creek Nature Preserve are right outside.

2 Bedrooms | 1.75 Baths | 1,028 SF | Built 2007
MLS #2573108
$649,950

See the full listing and photos:
https://imprv.co/ld9wbm

08/28/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSES | Mira Vida in Mill Creek Town Center

Friday, August 28 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Saturday, August 29 | 1:00–3:00 PM

Come take a look at this spacious 2-bedroom, 1.75-bath corner condo with 1,028 SF, soaring 14-foot ceilings, walls of windows, beautiful greenbelt views, and two patios overlooking the Mill Creek Nature Preserve.

Inside, you’ll find engineered hardwood floors, slab granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, a gas fireplace, heat pump with A/C, and a full-size washer and dryer. The primary suite features a walk-in closet with a California Closets® organization system, and the second bedroom includes a built-in wall bed for guests or flexible use.

Built in 2007, Mira Vida offers an incredibly convenient location in Mill Creek Town Center, with restaurants, coffee, shops, Town & Country Market, the library, and everyday conveniences nearby. Plus, you’ll have two gated garage parking spaces, ample guest parking, and community trails near the Mill Creek Nature Preserve.

$649,950 | MLS #2573108

Come see it in person! 👋

View Full Listing & Photos
https://imprv.co/ld9wbm

08/14/2026

What do buyers really want right now? Take a look at this list and see how your wish list compares.

My buyers are requesting no. 2 and no. 6 most often these days. Personally, I would add an extended kitchen island with real room to cook and roll out pie crusts, and a bigger covered outdoor space to actually enjoy the backyard year-round.

What would you most wish for? I'd love to hear. Drop it in the comments.

Many homeowners often discover that the features they appreciate most aren’t always the ones they expected.

08/08/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | Lake Forest Park

There’s a lot to love about this one.
Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,816 square feet of space, a flexible floor plan, and a generous 9,084 SF lot.

Most of the big-ticket systems have been updated, including the roof, gutters, furnace, and lower deck. Inside, you’ll find fresh paint, new LVP flooring, new plush carpet, and newer stainless-steel appliances.

I especially love the daylight lower level with a zero-step entrance from the garage and direct access to the backyard. It gives you so many options: a home office, extra storage, guest space, or just more breathing room.

And then there’s the neighborhood. This is the kind of Lake Forest Park cul-de-sac where neighbors know each other and get together. They even recently had a National Night Out potluck, which says a lot about the community here. ❤️

📐 2,816 SF
🏡 5 bedrooms | 2.5 baths
🌿 9,084 SF lot
✨ Pre-inspected
📍 Lake Forest Park
🔑 MLS #2563928

Come take a look and see what makes this home special.

📲 Message me to schedule your private tour.

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08/07/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSES | Lake Forest Park

Tonight, Friday 8/7 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Tomorrow, Saturday 8/8 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

This one is worth stopping by: Five bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a flexible floor plan that really works. Peacefully set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, it has a fully fenced backyard, expansive Trex® deck, and a daylight lower level with a zero-step entrance from the garage.

The neighborhood is pretty special, too. It’s the kind of place where neighbors know each other and get together. They just had a neighborhood Night Out potluck this week, which says a lot about the community here. ❤️

The big updates are already done: new roof, gutters, furnace, lower deck, fresh paint, LVP flooring, and carpet. It’s truly move-in ready.

The large lot also provides DADU potential (buyer to verify), and the home is pre-inspected and conveniently located near parks, dining, Link Light Rail, and served by the highly acclaimed Shoreline School District.

📐 2,816 SF | 🛏 5 beds | 🛁 2.5 baths | 🌳 9,084 SF lot
MLS #2563928

Come take a look tonight or tomorrow. I’d love to see you! 👋

Listed by Amie Armstrong | Windermere Real Estate/Shoreline

08/01/2026

10 local PNW hikes to add to your summer bucket list! 🥾🌲

Whether you love chasing waterfalls, discovering alpine lakes, or finding an easy trail with a beautiful view, Washington has something for every skill level.

Swipe through for 10 of my favorite local hikes, and share your favorites in the comments! I’m always looking for new trails to explore.

I still haven't made it to Rattlesnake Ledge... but it's officially on my summer list! 😅