Joanne Melton Real Estate Team - Keller Williams Yakima Valley

Joanne Melton Real Estate Team - Keller Williams Yakima Valley Joanne Melton Real Estate Team serves buyers, sellers & seniors across Yakima Valley. Guided by Experience, Grounded in Trust. Trust. Guidance. Reliability.

Led by Managing Broker Joanne Melton, SRES®, we offer experienced guidance for buying, selling, downsizing & life transitions. A Trusted Name with Proven Results. These are all things everyone wants from someone they are trusting to aid them in one of the largest financial transactions of their lives. As a lifelong resident of the Yakima area, I know I can provide all this and more. I have the experience as a licensed professional working as an agent since 1997 and background in banking, as an escrow officer, and in railroad property management. I have the training in my multiple designations such as GRI, SRES, CRS, SFR, and am a member of the NAR. Further, I have the community Real Estate connections in multiple awards as well as being on the Washington Association of REALTORS and the Yakima Association of REALTORS. Equally important to all the credentials, I can say I am just a REAL realtor. I am straight forward and a good listener. It is an agents job to close a transaction that reflects the needs of the client. That is my job. I do what I say I will do, and I care about YOU. Let's work together...

Give me a call and visit my website TODAY! www.YakimaValleyLiving.com
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Before you hand over a down payment, ask any agent this: how will you protect my investment when the market shifts? If t...
09/26/2026

Before you hand over a down payment, ask any agent this: how will you protect my investment when the market shifts? If they can break it down with real numbers and a clear strategy, you’re on safer ground.

🎈🍎 6 Ways to Welcome Fall in the Yakima Valley!Looking for something fun to do September 25–27? This weekend brings fair...
09/25/2026

🎈🍎 6 Ways to Welcome Fall in the Yakima Valley!

Looking for something fun to do September 25–27? This weekend brings fair favorites, colorful balloons, harvest fun and local history!

🎡 CENTRAL WASHINGTON STATE FAIR
Opening weekend features rides, fair food, entertainment and agricultural exhibits at State Fair Park. Open noon–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon–10 p.m. Sunday.

🎈 GREAT PROSSER BALLOON RALLY
Watch hot-air balloons launch around sunrise Friday through Sunday, weather permitting. Saturday’s free Night Glow includes live music from 6–7 p.m., followed by glowing balloons shortly after sunset.

🎨 PROSSER HARVEST FESTIVAL & STREET PAINTING
Enjoy seasonal festivities, vendors and colorful street art throughout downtown Prosser—all part of one big fall weekend!

🚋 FINAL TROLLEY WEEKEND
The Yakima Valley Trolley concludes its summer season Sunday. Rides depart hourly from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

🍎 APPLE-SEASON STOP
Thompson’s Farm Market in Naches currently has Honeycrisp, Jonagold, Gala and Golden apples. Their pumpkin patch and regular apple U-Pick weekends begin October 3. (You can take in the market this weekend - but mark your calendars for the Pumpkin Patch and U-Pick 10/3!)

🎶 PATIO MUSIC IN W**E COUNTRY
Lucky Tongue performs at Coyote Canyon Winery in Prosser Saturday from 6–8 p.m.—a relaxed way to end a full day of fall fun!

Which outing would you choose? Tell us in the comments and tag someone you’d bring along!

Please confirm final details with each venue before heading out.

09/25/2026

Know someone who’s glued to Zillow and swears they’re staying put? The market’s moving faster than their scroll speed, so a quick chat could save them from missing the next good deal. Send this their way and let them decide.

I have an app they can browse and communicate with me directly from it so they don't miss a thing! Want the link to download our app? DM me for details!

09/24/2026

🏡📊 Yakima County Market Update | Week at a Glance (9/17–9/23)

Thursday means it’s time for another look at what’s happening in our local housing market!

✨ 72 new residential listings
🏠 42 properties sold
🔄 74 price improvements
⏳ 88 average days on market (YTD)
💲 $406,784 average sale price (YTD)

💡 What This Means for Buyers & Sellers: One number catches our attention this week—74 price improvements, slightly more than the number of new listings that came on the market.

For buyers, that means don’t just watch the new listings! It may be worth taking another look at homes you’ve already seen or saved. A new price could put a property back into consideration.

For sellers, buyers are still making moves, but they’re paying attention to value. Strategic pricing, preparation, and strong marketing continue to be important when there are plenty of options competing for attention.

🏡 AND WE’RE OPEN THIS AFTERNOON!

Come see our newest listing in person:

📍 5 N 77th Avenue | Yakima, WA 98908
📅 Today | Thursday, September 24
⏰ 4–6 PM

Stop by after work, take a tour, and see if this home might be the right fit for you—or someone you know!

Thinking about buying or selling in the Yakima Valley? We’re always happy to answer questions and help you understand what today’s market means for your plans.

✨ Considering selling? Ask us about a free, no-obligation in-home valuation.

📞 Call or text 509-930-5998 or send us a message.

Guided by Experience. Grounded in Trust.

09/24/2026

Finding a home that checks all the boxes means having an agent who actually knows your pup’s name and puts a big, fenced yard on the list. It’s the little details that turn a house into a place you and your dog can really enjoy.

💜 Senior Resource Spotlight: The Family Care LLCDuring our tour, the friendly staff and long-tenured caregivers stood ou...
09/23/2026

💜 Senior Resource Spotlight: The Family Care LLC

During our tour, the friendly staff and long-tenured caregivers stood out to us. We also saw private rooms alongside shared living and dining spaces where residents can spend time together.

Choosing a care setting brings many questions. Joanne Melton, SRES®, has helped Yakima Valley families navigate the housing side of life’s transitions for nearly 30 years. If you’re planning ahead or helping someone you love, we’re happy to share local resources and talk through your next steps.

📩 Send us a message
🌐 YakimaValleyLiving.com

09/22/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

📍 5 N 77th Ave, Yakima
🗓 Thursday, September 24, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
💲 Offered at $495,000

Come tour this spacious West Valley home featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,096 square feet.

Inside, you’ll find a main-level primary suite, formal and informal living spaces, two fireplaces, and a recreation room with a pool table. Outside, enjoy an expansive deck and established yard.

Stop by after work and see how the home’s generous layout could fit your needs!

Hosted and listed by Joanne Melton
Keller Williams Yakima Valley
📱 509-930-5998

Photos and complete property details:
https://www.yakimavalleyliving.com/landing/washington/yakima/misc/5-n-77th-ave-bid-231-26-2904

09/21/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | 5 N 77th Ave, Yakima

Offered at $495,000, this spacious West Valley home provides 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,096 square feet—with room to gather, relax, work, and entertain.

Property highlights include:

✨ Main-level primary suite
✨ Formal and informal living spaces
✨ Two fireplaces
✨ Recreation room with pool table
✨ Expansive deck
✨ Established yard
✨ Convenient West Valley location

Take a closer look at the photos and property details:
https://www.yakimavalleyliving.com/landing/washington/yakima/misc/5-n-77th-ave-bid-231-26-2904

Listed by Joanne Melton | Keller Williams Yakima Valley
📱 509-930-5998

Guided by Experience, Grounded in Trust.

🏡 TWO PRICE IMPROVEMENTS—TWO GREAT OPPORTUNITIES!Whether you’re looking for a spacious home with room to spread out or a...
09/20/2026

🏡 TWO PRICE IMPROVEMENTS—TWO GREAT OPPORTUNITIES!

Whether you’re looking for a spacious home with room to spread out or a low-maintenance option in a welcoming 55+ community, one of these Yakima properties may be the perfect fit.

✨ 607 S 27th Avenue — NOW $399,000
This beautifully maintained Central Yakima home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,385 square feet of flexible living space. Enjoy hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, French doors to a private covered patio, a finished basement, abundant storage, a breezeway, and a detached garage.

See photos and details:
https://www.yakimavalleyliving.com/landing/washington/yakima/misc/607-s-27th-ave-bid-231-26-1145

✨ 218 N 41st Avenue — NOW $115,000
This cozy, well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath co-op offers comfortable, convenient, and low-maintenance living in a 55+ community. Located near shopping, restaurants, parks, churches, and public transportation, it’s a wonderful option for simplifying your next chapter.

Please note: This is a cash-only purchase.

See photos and details:
https://www.yakimavalleyliving.com/landing/washington/yakima/misc/218-n-41st-ave-bid-231-25-579

Ready to take a closer look? Contact Joanne to schedule your private showing!

Joanne Melton | Managing Broker | REALTOR®
Keller Williams Yakima Valley
📱 509-930-5998
📧 [email protected]

Guided by Experience, Grounded in Trust.

Looking back, I wish I’d gotten pre‑approved before house hunting—it saved weeks of back‑and‑forth. I’d also have hired ...
09/19/2026

Looking back, I wish I’d gotten pre‑approved before house hunting—it saved weeks of back‑and‑forth. I’d also have hired a buyer’s agent early to spot hidden costs and keep my budget in check. Those two moves cut the stress and made the process way smoother.

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1017 S 40th Avenue
Yakima, WA
98908

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
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Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
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