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November 16, 2011
Buying a home on Bainbridge Island - Jen Pells

Who Is Buying On Bainbridge?

Who Are My Buyers? I am well aware that although my website has a lot of information about Bainbridge, it also has a lot of information about me – blah, blah, blah . . . I think my life is pretty darn normal, but I hope it gives you the […]
November 15, 2011
Bloedel Collage - by Jen Pells

Bloedel on Bainbridge | Fall Walk

I like/need to exercise and I prefer to do it outside versus a gym.  I received a Bloedel Membership for my birthday this summer and have not used it nearly enough.  So last week on one of our glorious sunny fall days (like today), I took my three mile walk […]
November 4, 2011
Fall on Bainbridge Island | Jen Pells | Realtor

More Autumn, Less Fall: Update on the Bainbridge Island Real Estate Market

3rd Quarter Review: A Bifurcated Market In the third quarter, we saw more of the same trends that have been in place since the start of the year. There continues to be a divide between our two primary markets and the line between them is neatly drawn at the $600,000 mark. Properties […]
October 28, 2011
Persephone Farms at the Bainbridge Island Farmer's Market.

5 Things You Might Not Know About Bainbridge

Farmer’s market happens in the winter too The last outdoor Farmer’s Market is in a few weeks on November 12th, and the market has had a great run this summer and fall. The addition of the local chef’s series added a fun flair to an already enjoyable Saturday morning routine. […]
October 26, 2011
Fort Ward Walk collage - Jen Pells

One of My Favorite Walks on Bainbridge

A Waterfront Walk Through Fort Ward Park Not too long ago a friend of mine who has lived here for over two years said she had never been to Fort Ward Park.  I was shocked.  Fort Ward Park (having formerly been Fort Ward State Park) is on most maps.  There […]
October 21, 2011
Suyematsu Pumpkin Patch Collage 2011

Bainbridge Island Pumpkin Patch

Suyematsu Farms Pumpkin Patch   Oh, so glad we went last weekend . . . the weather was perfect pumpkin patch weather.  But, if you have not gone, it looks like there will be some sun out on Sunday afternoon, but bring your rain (mud) boots after our recent damp […]
October 12, 2011
Garibaldi on Bainbridge Island Sold by Jen Pells Real Estate Agent

A Recent Sale and Investors

Just Closed | 10286 NE Garibaldi Loop Investors Entering the Market I just helped a smart buyer client close on this great home near the ferry on Bainbridge Island.  This home was purchased as a rental investment property.  The location near the ferry, popular Craftsman style, and newness of the […]
September 29, 2011
Bainbridge Island Harvest Fair 2011 - Jen Pells

Bainbridge Island: 2011 Harvest Fair

The weather cooperated . . . the bands played . . . the sheep got sheared  . . . the pies were judged . . . LOTS of dogs ran around . . . the kids slid . . . the adults beer gardened . . . and everyone ate […]