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July 31, 2019

Western Washington Gardner Report Q2

Things, they are shifting . . . a bit.  We are still in a seller’s market and sales are brisk and sellers are happy and buyers are a bit more happy because they are not ALWAYS in multiple offer situations.  Take a closer look at the KITSAP numbers in the […]
May 1, 2019

Bainbridge Real Estate 2019 | 1st Quarter Review

Waving Hello to Q2 The recent shift to Q2 delivered the Bainbridge Island real estate market out of a sluggish first quarter. This slow start to the year was due largely to traditional seasonal market conditions but was exacerbated by the unprecedented snowstorm in February, which pushed real estate concerns […]
January 31, 2019
Jen Pells Real Estate on Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge Real Estate 2018 In Review

Is a Normal Market in Our Future Getting Real Let’s put it on the table right away: Our real estate market did not perform at the same level in 2018 as it did in 2017. But that does not mean we had an unsuccessful market in 2018; nor does it […]
January 9, 2019

My Top 10 Homes on Bainbridge Island | 2018

Happy New Year! The 2019 market is starting to wake up after its short winter rest, which is always my cue to compose one of my favorite blog posts, the list of my top 10 homes on the island for 2018. Last year 398 homes sold on the island – down […]
November 9, 2018

Bainbridge Real Estate 2018 | 3rd Quarter Review

Checking the Thermometer No, Chicken Little, the sky is not falling. It has just shifted from clouds skittering past to a more mellow and peaceful sky. Every day, we hear news about the cooling real estate market but it’s important to consider all the factors that go into those reports. Yes, […]
July 4, 2018
Bainbridge Island Real Estate

Bainbridge Real Estate 2018 | 2nd Quarter Review

Flag-Waving Season Summer has come to our island, and with it our only-on-Bainbridge annual celebratory activi- ties. We had an energetic Third of July street dance, a festive Fourth of July parade, and a successful Rotary Auction thatgrossed more than $600,000. When we move our attention to local real estate […]
May 27, 2018
The Commodore Neighborhood on Bainbridge Island by Jen Pells

New Listing | 1525 Arthur PL NW on Bainbridge Island

This charming custom home in the desirable Commodore Neighborhood is a rare in-town package.  Four bedrooms, a finished basement and entertaining spaces inside and out.  All within walking distance of schools, Winslow and the ferry.  Come take a tour today in person. Open House: Sunday 1-4pm Details about the home: […]
May 12, 2018

New Listing | 8411 Wyatt Way NW on Bainbridge Island

This adorable cottage on the west-end of Winslow is a must see. Open today (Saturday) 1-4.  Loads of charm and fine finishes inside and out. Three bedrooms, two baths and a private, flat, grassy yard. A great package – in town, close to the ferry, schools and trails.  Contact me if […]