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September/October 2024
 

September/October 2024

Fall is here and so is the latest issue of our newsletter, featuring some of our notable listings and sales, local events and happenings, a recommended recipe in our Etcetera section, and much more! See "In This Issue" for a quick preview.

For our Selected Local Events, Halloween is the theme!

Thank you for continuing to support our team!

In This Issue

  • Market Insights
  • Recent Notable Listings & Sales
  • At Home with E&V
  • Selected Local Events and Happenings
  • Coming Soon . . . .
  • Etcetera
 

MARKET INSIGHTS

Fall in the PNW!

We always look forward to fall—it’s our favorite time of year, with only the festive spirit of the holiday season coming close. The crisp air and vibrant foliage transform the Pacific Northwest into a picturesque landscape of red, orange, and yellow. With mild temperatures and a cozy atmosphere, it’s also the perfect time to explore everything our region has to offer.

As the season settles in, we remain focused on helping buyers and sellers navigate the constantly evolving local real estate market. Whether you're searching for your dream home, looking to make a property investment or considering listing your property, the Fontanez Laing Team is here to provide expert insights and guidance tailored to your needs.

Fall is also an ideal time to reassess your real estate goals and lay the groundwork for the year ahead. With significant shifts over the past year—rising interest rates, changing market dynamics, and new legal developments in the real estate industry—it can feel challenging to decide the best course of action when it comes to buying, selling, or investing. 

Rest assured, our team is committed to helping you make informed decisions with confidence. With our extensive market knowledge and unwavering dedication, we’re here to support you at every stage of your real estate journey.

We invite you to reach out anytime to discuss your real estate goals or to talk about the latest market updates. Whether you prefer to meet in our Seattle Downtown or Mercer Island shops—or wherever is most convenient—we’re here for you!

Fontanez Laing Team
 

RECENT NOTABLE LISTINGS AND SALES

East Tacoma Like-New!

Tacoma

East Tacoma

OFFERED at $600,000

Point Defiance view home!

Tacoma

Point Defiance

SOLD for $860,000

Commercial stand-alone retail building

Auburn

Jovita Commercial

OFFERED at $1,700,000

Classic Madrona Tudor!

Seattle

Madrona

SOLD for $1,125,000

The Parks at Riverview

Kent

The Parks

SOLD for $750,000

Commercial stand-alone retail building

Puyallup

Puyallup / Edgewood Commercial

OFFERED at $675,000

 
Crafting a Cozy Transition into Fall at Home

Crafting a Cozy Transition into Fall at Home

From Fall Beginnings to Holiday Magic: Seamlessly Transition Your Home Decor

From Fall Beginnings to Holiday Magic: Seamlessly Transition Your Home Decor

Property Spotlight: A Historic Treasure in the Heart of Mexico City

Property Spotlight: A Historic Treasure in the Heart of Mexico City

Pamper Family, Friends With a Guest Bedroom That Evokes a Luxury Hotel

Pamper Family, Friends With a Guest Bedroom That Evokes a Luxury Hotel

How to Find the Best Agent for Your Home Purchase

 How to Find the Best Agent for Your Home Purchase

Explore the Finest Luxury Properties This Fall: Discover Engel & Völkers’ Private Residences

Explore the Finest Luxury Properties This Fall: Discover Engel & Völkers’ Private Residences

 

SELECTED LOCAL EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

Area Art Walks including Downtown Seattle Art Walk (October 25th), Mercer Island Art Walk (November 1st) and West Seattle Art Walk (November 14th)

Halloween at the Wildlife Park in Eatonville: October 18th - 26th 

Zoo Boo at Point Defiance in Tacoma: October 19th-20th 

Fauntleroy Fall Festival: October 20th

Aquarium Party in Seattle: October 24th 

Eastside Wine, Beer and Spirits Walk in Kirkland: October 25th 

Halloween Party in Pioneer Square: October 26th

Zombie Walk in Issaquah: October 26th

Halloween Harvest Festival in Auburn: October 26th

Pumpkin Bash at Woodland Park Zoo: October 26th-27th

Fall Foliage Festival in Federal Way: October 26th-27th 

Halloween in the Junction in West Seattle: October 27th 

The Museum of Fright: October 27th

Seattle Restaurant Week: October 27th - Nov. 9th

 

COMING SOON . . . .

Mark your calendars and keep an eye on your email for more details on the following upcoming special community events:

» Dia de los Muertos Celebration and Ofrenda Contest (co-sponsored by Engel & Völkers | Fontanez Laing Team) at Sammamish High School, Bellevue on November 1st

» Annual Makers Market at Engel & Völkers Mercer Island on December 12th

 

ETCETERA

  • Recipe recommended by our awesome Transaction Coordinator Erin Kubo:
    Browned Butter Banana Nut Bread (if you make it, send us a picture . . . and a slice)
  • History of Halloween
  • 70 Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids to Kick off Spooky Season
  • 55 Fun Halloween Facts That Are Wicked Good
  • 7 Fun Activities to Celebrate Fall
  • 6 Low Cost Ways to Decorate Your Home for Fall
  • Kids News - Current Events
  • Here is your Halloween Playlist!
 

Read our most recent past newsletters here:

July/August 2024

May/June 2024

March/April 2024

January/February 2024

 

Thank you for reading!

Julie Fontanez and Robert Laing

Thank you for reading!
Fontanez Laing Team

Fontanez Laing Team

Global Real Estate Advisors

 

Engel & Völkers Seattle

 

1208 4th Avenue Suite 6B I Seattle I WA 98101

Julie Fontanez: 206.651.5770 | julie.fontanez@evrealestate.com

Robert Laing: 206.552.0599 | robert.laing@evrealestate.com

www.fontanezlaing.com

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