| Mar |
| 21 |
| 1:00 pm |
BTB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest’s featured Open House for this week is a new, two-story Craftsman style home in Seahurst.
The main floor has an entry with open staircase, and there’s a large open gourmet kitchen with elegant cabinets, slab granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cook top range, and a built-in microwave and oven.
The hardwood floors are made of Brazilian Cherry, the upper floor has four bedrooms, two full baths, and a large master suite with five-piece bath and walk-in closet.
Here are the details:
WHEN: Open House will be this Sunday, March 21st, from 1pm to 4pm.
WHERE: 14438 12 Ave SW • Burien 98166
INFO:
- List Price: $415,000
- Listing#: 28106636
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 2.5
- Fireplaces: 1
- Year Built: 2008
- 2 Garage-Attached, Off-Street Parking
- Approximate House SqFt: 2,420
- Lot Square Footage: 5,245
Interior Features:
- Bath Off Master
- Dining Room
- Dble Pane/Strm Windw
- Walk-in Closet
Site Features:
- Cable TV
- Fenced-Partially
- Nat. Gas Available
Marketing Remarks:
Quality built new construction in Seahurst. Gorgeous Two-Story Craftsman style.
Main Flr. has entry with open staircase, living Rm., dining rm., large open gourmet kitchen w/elegant cabinets, slab granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cook top range, built in microwave & oven, spacious family rm. w/gas fireplace off kitchen, gleaming Brazilian Cherry Hdwe. flrs., half bath, & utility rm.
Upper flr. has 4 bedrooms, two full bths., lg. master w/5 piece bath & walk-in closet.
DIRECTIONS:
- Take Ambaum to S.W 146th St.
- Go West on S.W. 146th for 1.5 blocks.
- Turn right into alley between 11th Ave. S.W. & 12th Ave. S.W.
- House is on the left side, middle of alley.
Click here to see the full, detailed listing.
Click here to view all of Prudential Northwest’s Open Houses.
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| Mar |
| 14 |
| 1:00 pm |
BTB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest’s featured Open House for this week is a Mid-Century Home with Puget Sound views from both floors in the Three Tree Point area above Maplewild.
Imagine a home where you can relax and enjoy the view from nearly every room in the house as well as the deck. The carport offers storage above and at the end; plus there is a basement shop.
Here are the details:
WHEN: Open House will be this Sunday, March 14th, from 1pm to 4pm.
WHERE: 2923 SW 164th Place • Burien 98166
INFO:
- List Price: $499,000
- Listing#: 19432
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 1.75
- Fireplaces: 2
- Year Built: 1952
- 2 Carport-Attached
- Approximate House SqFt: 2,190
- Lot Square Footage: 14,625
Interior Features:
- Dining Room
- Security System
Site Features:
- Cable TV
- Deck
- Fenced-Partially
- Shop
Marketing Remarks:
View, View, View!
Puget Sound with Ferry Crossing viewed from both floors of this Mid-centry home in the Three Tree Point area above Maplewild!
Imagine a home where you can relax and enjoy the view from nearly every room in the house as well as the deck!
Original owners built this house to take advantage of location & private seclusion.
The carport offers storage above & at the end, plus there is a basement shop.
Now is your opportunity to own this view & update the house to your liking!
DIRECTIONS:
- From Maplewild go east on 29th SW.
- At Y (164th Pl) go Right follow road up & to the left.
- Second house on left.
- To leave-back out of driveway & continue north to complete loop you started.
Click here to see the full, detailed listing.
Click here to view all of Prudential Northwest’s Open Houses.
| Mar |
| 7 |
| 1:00 pm |
BTB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest’s featured Open House for this week is an “extremely clean 3 bedroom, 2 full (all new) bath rambler” located near the beach in Hurstwood and priced at $376,950.
This home features newly-refinished hardwoods, new tile in the kitchen and family room, new interior paint, and a 2-car garage with huge attic storage.
Here are the details:
WHEN: Open House will be this Sunday, March 7th, from 1pm to 4pm.
WHERE: 13843 17th Ave SW • Burien 98166
INFO:
- List Price: $376,950
- Listing#: 32089
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2
- Fireplaces: 1
- Year Built: 1966
- 2 Garage-Attached
- Approximate House SqFt: 1,420
- Lot Square Footage: 16,000
Interior Features:
- Bath Off Master
- Dble Pane/Strm Windw
Site Features:
- Cable TV
- Fenced-Partially
- Patio
Marketing Remarks:
Extremely clean 3 bdrm, 2 full (all new) bath rambler.
Newly refinished hardwoods and new tile in kitchen and family rm.
New interior paint. 2 car gar. w/huge attic storage.
Sought after Hurstwood-near the beach.
Get in this one! Furniture negotiable if interested..
Directions:
- Ambaum Blvd. to SW 144th St.
- West to 13th SW.
- Right to stop sign.
- Turn Right then immediate left to 13843 17th SW.
Click here to see the full, detailed listing.
Click here to view all of Prudential Northwest’s Open Houses.
by Lori A. Alden
Prudential Northwest Realty
Thinking about investing in Burien? Now is the Time!
Turn on any financial news program and at some point you’ll hear the experts extolling the virtues of diversification. Real estate, even through the market downturn, has long been considered a conservative, long-term strategy to growing wealth.
In fact, that very downturn has created a historic buying opportunity for potential homebuyers and investors alike. The combination of lower home prices across the Burien and Southwest King County areas and historically low mortgage rates, two essential factors that usually don’t trend in the same direction, have triggered a buyer’s market in many areas of the county. For real estate investors who want to rent their properties, this can make the difference in achieving positive cash flow sooner or right off the bat.
While some seasoned real estate investors make it look easy, to be successful, beginners should follow some basic principles.
Learn all you can. Before committing your cash, you should have a fundamental understanding of real estate. For example, be aware that, in general, investment properties are not liquid investments. Barring exceptional circumstances, real estate does not sell at a moment’s notice. It could take days or months to sell a property, depending on the strength of the market in a particular region.
Consider cash flow. You’ll need to have enough capital on hand to cover any short-term losses due to vacancies between tenants.
Start small. Look into buying a condominium, single-family home or a duplex. Leave large apartment buildings and commercial properties to the pros.
Inquire at the Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce about companies relocating into or out of the area. Company movement is one indicator of demand for rental and/or office space.
Find a property that will be in demand. Look for a moderately priced home with three or four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a garage that sits on a quiet street.
Research the property. The most common way first-time investors lose is by failing to investigate a property thoroughly. Look beyond the front door. Investigate the reputation of the school district, the crime rate, and plans for expanding a nearby highway or developing vacant land. Ask a local Prudential Northwest real estate professional about the area, its history, and how fast (or slow) properties are moving.
Inspect the home you’re considering for signs of water damage, such as stains on the ceiling and crinkling or gathering wallpaper; open and close every door and window; and check all electrical sockets by plugging in an appliance. Get an independent home inspection, roof inspection and termite inspection. Unexpected repair costs can eat away your cash flow. Because even the best inspection can’t always predict problems, try to set aside some of the rental income for unexpected repairs.
Spend time driving the streets of the neighborhood noting the condition of other properties. Are lawns maintained? Are roofs in good shape? Are homes kept up?
Be ready to make fixes quickly and respond to the renter’s needs. If you’re not prepared to be a hands-on landlord, consider hiring a property management firm.
See your tax advisor for related planning and laws that can affect your investment decisions.
Remember, investing in a property is much different than living in one, and while emotion and attachment can be prime motivators when it comes to homes, it is return on investment that counts when investing in real estate.
Lori A. Alden can be reached at 206-244-6400, or via email at lorialden@PNWRealty.com.
Prudential Northwest Realty is an independently owned and operated member of The Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services, a Prudential company. Equal Housing Opportunity. They’re also a proud sponsor of The B-Town Blog’s Real Estate section.
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| Feb |
| 21 |
| 1:00 pm |
BTB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest’s featured Open House for this week is a “Wonderful Rambler looking for new owners” priced at an affordable $274,950.
This is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath home built in 1954 with some recent renovations. It is located in the Gregory Heights neighborhood of Burien.
Here are the details:
WHEN: Open House will be this Sunday, Feb. 22nd, from 1pm to 4pm.
WHERE: 16012 10th Ave SW • Burien • 98166
INFO:
- List Price: $274,950
- Listing#: 23869
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 1
- Fireplaces: 1
- Year Built: 1954
- 1 Garage-Attached
- Approximate House SqFt: 1,080
- Lot Square Footage: 7,620
Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Site Features:
- Cable TV
- Fenced-Partially
- Nat. Gas Available
- Outbuildings
Marketing Remarks:
Wonderful rambler looking for new owners.
Kitchen features custom cabinets, new granite countertops & deep stainless sink.
Remodeled ceramic bath, wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors & wood wrapped windows.
1-car garage with tons of extra storage, private yard & Cascade Mtn view.
One Year Home Warranty.
You won’t be disappointed, call me or your Realtor before it’s gone.
Directions:
- From First Ave South, go west on SW 160th, then South on 10th Ave SW.
- Home is on the left(east) side of street.
Click here to see the full, detailed listing.
Click here to view all of Prudential Northwest’s Open Houses.
| Feb |
| 14 |
| 1:00 pm |
BTB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest’s featured Open House for this week is a one-of-a-kind, classic and chic Seahurst sound view home priced at $449,000.
Here are the details
WHEN: Open House will be this Sunday, Feb. 14th, from 1pm to 4pm
WHERE: 15434 22nd Ave SW • Burien • 98166
INFO:
- List Price: $449,000
- Listing#: 10823
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 1.50
- Fireplaces: 1
- Year Built: 1926
- Approximate House SqFt: 1,720
- Lot Square Footage: 7,847
Interior Features:
- Bath Off Master
- Dining Room
- Dble Pane/Strm Windw
- French Doors
- Skylights
- Vaulted Ceilings
Site Features:
- Cable TV
- Deck
- Fenced-Partially
- Outbuildings
- Sprinkler Syste
Marketing Remarks:
Classy, Chic & Charming, this one-of-a-kind sound view home is located on a quiet street in the desirable Seahurst neighborhood.
This home features an absolutely stunning remodeled master bedroom/bath suite that looks out on an exquisite sound and mountain view from its huge sunfilled windows.
The newly remodeled entertainment deck is fabulous for those sunny day barbeques or relaxing with your morning coffee.
This home has amazing street appeal.
Directions: From 1st Avenue South, head West on SW 152nd, then South on 22nd Ave. SW. Home is on the left.
Click here to see the full, detailed listing.
Click here to view all of Prudential Northwest’s Open Houses
| Feb |
| 7 |
| 1:00 pm |
BTB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest’s featured Open House for this week is a newly-remodeled 4-bedroom house in Burien priced at $359,950.
Here are the details
WHEN: Open House will be this Sunday, Feb. 7th, from 1pm to 4pm
WHERE: 16409 8th Ave SW in Burien
INFO:
- List Price: $359,950
- Listing#: 29107117
- Beds 4
- Baths 2.00
- Fireplaces 2
- Year Built 1963
Interior Features:
- Bath Off Master
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- French Doors
- Security System
Site Features:
- Cable TV
- Fenced-Fully
- High Speed Internet
- Nat. Gas Available
Marketing Remarks: This home has been newly remodeled, it features 4bdrms, 2.5bths, 2fplcs, hardwood flrs, custom cabinetry, 2007 construction grade metal roof and 2460sqft.
It has a panoramic view of the Olympics and the airport.
Just minutes to downtown and close to schools and the hospital.
Click here to see the full, detailed listing.
Click here to view all of Prudential Northwest’s Open Houses.
| Jan |
| 24 |
| 1:00 pm |
Our new Real Estate sponsor Prudential Northwest will be showcasing a Featured Open House here every Friday, and here’s this week’s inaugural listing:
Sunday, Jan. 24th from 1pm to 4pm:
398 SW 176th Place
Normandy Park 98166
$475,000
“Smart, Chic and Classy with a fresh new look! This lovely home is located in gorgeous Normandy Park w/nice winter Puget Sound views.
The main floor features very spacious living & dining rooms, huge sun-filled windows, extremely large kitchen & three bedrooms with fabulous territorial views from all living areas.
Downstairs has a bedroom, 2 large rec rooms, an extra finished room, and is ready for a 2nd kitchen.
Newer 50-yr. roof and award-winning Marvista Elementary School make this a real gem.”
More details:
- 4 bedrooms
- 2.25 bath
- Over 2850 SF
- Spacious living & dining areas
- Nice winter Puget Sound views
- 2 lg rec rooms
- Bath Off Master
- Dining Room
- Dble Pane/Strm Windw
- Cable TV
- Deck
- Fenced-Partially
- Nat. Gas Available
- Patio
- It’s a gem you’ll want to see!
Directions:
- From 1st Ave South, head West on Normandy Road
- Turn Right on 3rd SW
- Turn Left on 176th Place
Click here to view the full detailed listing.
Click here to view all of Prudential Northwest’s Open Houses.
Today marks a big day in the just over two-year life (so far) of The B-Town Blog, as we’re proud to introduce our newest section and Advertiser: Real Estate Powered by Prudential Northwest!
This means that you can now access all local real estate listings by clicking on “Real Estate” in the upper navigation menu section between Advertise and Events. We’re happy to be working with the Burien-based Prudential Northwest office, and the entire company consists of six offices throughout the Greater Seattle area.
Techie-types at both PNW and BTB have been working ’round the clock to develop the innovative new “Zero Click House Finding Engine” for real estate listings in the Burien and South Seattle areas. Users will be able to quickly and easily see all of the area’s latest home listings, view by neighborhoods, see open house maps and more just by clicking on “Real Estate” in our top navigation menu. The real estate section will also be available soon on sister sites The Waterland Blog (Des Moines), The White Center Blog, and soon The Normandy Park Blog.
Sales Manager Bradley Hawthorne (sitting, right) explains the 'Zero Click House Finder' technology to the PNW staff.
“To search on a real estate site we wanted to make it easy to use so that every level of user can find what they are looking for,” said PNW Sales Manager Bradley Hawthorne. “Just by clicking on ‘Real Estate,’ you’ll instantly have every listing in all of Burien, Normandy Park, and Des Moines without having to do anything, hence the ‘Zero Click’ technology moniker.”
Want some real proof? Just click on one of the five areas below and see for yourself:
If you click on any of those five areas, on that page is every listing for that area – and not just Prudential Northwest Realty listings – but everything that is inputted into the Northwest Multiple Listing Services website! Within those five major pages you’ll also find several communities and if you click on a community again just the listings in those communities will be shown without you having to input any search criteria (of course PNW’s standard and advanced searches are still available for the techie searchers, so you can tailor our search site to any criteria that you personally want), but for those of us that need a little help when surfing the web, “This is the simplest sight I have ever seen!”
Hawthorne adds: “Tying into these fast-growing community websites will not only help us showcase the latest listings for these areas, it will also help us serve our communities better. We all love the Southwest King County area and we hope we can help others find out what a hidden gem it is.”
PNW Broker/Branch Manager Lori Alden-Pense
PNW has been a community player since they first set foot in Burien seven years ago. With 56 active Realtors, they outgrew their first location in Olde Burien and they’re now located at 127 SW 156th Street. Broker/Branch Manager Lori Alden-Pense has been managing PNW Burien since they moved here; she’s been with them since 1994.
“It is PNW’s mission to help build a better tomorrow by partnering with our communities today,” Lori said.
She talks the talk and walks the walk when it comes to PNW’s mission of giving back to the community.
Not only is Lori President of the Discover Burien Executive Board, you’ll find PNW sponsoring all of the events that Discover Burien brings to our community including the Farmers Market, Clean Sweep, the Father’s Day Car Show, Lunch-time Concerts (New!), Octoberfest, Winterfest and Empty Bowls.
For the past six years, PNW has held an annual food drive benefiting the Highline Area Food Bank on the first Saturday of October. They are currently hosting a three-month food bank drive at their office, and you can drop by non-perishable food items or money now through March.
Owned by long-time and well known real estate professional Mike Gain, Prudential Northwest Realty Associates has established itself as an industry leader by upholding the principles of the agent-customer relationship. Their combination of real estate expertise and responsive, flexible customer relations has allowed them to continue to grow and become one of the most influential real estate companies within the greater Puget Sound region. Constantly looking for ways to improve their company, PNW remains committed to the very highest standards of professionalism and service. More info is available at http://www.pnwrealty.com.
Prudential Northwest realty has a total of 450 real estate agents in their neighborhood offices, which, in addition to Burien includes Federal Way, Kent, West Seattle, Bellevue and Kirkland.
“We’re very excited to have Prudential Northwest Realty as our newest Advertiser,” said Scott Schaefer, B-Town Blog Founder/Publisher. “This brand new sponsored section will help inform the more than 55,000 monthly Readers of The B-Town Blog, Waterland Blog (Des Moines) and White Center Blog for the latest local news, events, arts, entertainment and now – up-to-the-minute local real estate listings.”
Be sure to stay tuned for another new related feature – “Open House Friday” on our blogs, where we’ll present the weekend’s best Open Houses throughout our coverage area, among other real estate related features.
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| Oct ’08 |
| 4 |
| 10:00 am |
The economy’s in the dumps, nobody knows what’s going to happen next, but hey – at least you’ve still got your high-speed internet and some food, right?
Many of your neighbors aren’t so lucky, and this Saturday is a perfect day to step up to the plate and help them out – Prudential NW Realty-Burien is hosting its annual Food Drive Saturday from 10am until 2pm at two Burien locations:
- Albertson’s at First Ave South and South 160th Street (Five Corners)
- Grocery Outlet at 4th Ave SW and SW 152nd Street
From Prudential’s press release:
Please come and help provide food banks with much needed items, and make a difference in your community.
Food collected at Albertson’s and Grocery Outlet will benefit the Highline and Des Moines Food Banks.
Our company goal is to collect $20,000 in cash and $20,000 lbs worth of food between our 10 offices statewide, so please come and show your support! Just follow the Prudential signs, and we’ll see you there!
Prudential’s 13th annual Global Volunteer Day is October 4th. Prudential affiliates across the globe participate in a day of volunteerism and community improvement.
In 2007, more than 31,000 Prudential members, their families and friends completed more than 800 projects in 35 states and 11 countries.
