Known for its urban amenities, open spaces and waterfront attractions, Seattle, Washington is the most populated city in the state. The “Emerald City” has a reputation for its hiking resources and rich cultural life and ranks among the 50 fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. Water lovers will find it easy to interact with this dazzling element every day with the Puget Sound, Lake Union or Lake Washington.
Charming waterfront communities, such as Medina, Mercer Island, and Kirkland, are located within an hour of busy downtown Seattle, yet they offer the peace and serenity of locations that are seemingly a world away.
Enjoy water, nature, outdoor activities and cultural activities through a variety of ways, including:
The metropolitan area of Seattle, which includes Medina, Mercer Island and Kirkland, offers exclusive, small-town living with all of the amenities of a world-class within easy reach. Enjoy the outstanding housing options, culture, entertainment, and international diversity, with an eye-catching natural setting.
Despite what you may hear about incessant rain, the summers in the area are actually warm and dry. Many consider the area as the “boating capital of the world” because of the abundance of harbors and the spring and fall fairwinds that provide excellent conditions necessary for sailing.
The local parks provide some of the best hiking trails you will ever have the experience to encounter. Nearby Olympic National Park and Mt. Rainier offer amazing outdoor destinations.
Pioneer Square provides a peek at how the area looked prior to the Great Fire in 1889. A popular landmark appreciated by residents and visitors alike has to be the nine acre historic district at Pike Place Market. One of the oldest continuously active farmers’ market in the nation, it features, arts and crafts, fresh fish, produce stands, food, bars, and street musicians. Learn about Native American art and culture at the Burke Museum and Seattle Art Museum .
Waterfront living in Seattle-area like communities Medina, Mercer Island and Kirkland offer some of the most spectacular living available for singles and family who enjoy an abundance of walking, jogging and hiking paths, boat marina, tennis courts, and sandy beaches for swimming. Lake Washington along spans more than 19 miles and has more than 200,000 acres of water surface area.
The market for waterfront homes can range from around $400,000 for condominiums to millions of dollars for upscale mansions.
Quality housing, superb dining venues, diverse entertainment options, and an environment conducive to and active lifestyle makes waterfront communities like Medina, Kirkland and Mercer Island, and other communities attractive for millennials who enjoy nature and an abundance of quality-of-life options.
The Seattle-area is a hub for technological innovation, trade and international commerce. Microsoft, T-Mobile, Expedia, and Puget Sound Energy have their corporate headquarters here. Sixty percent of the workforce have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Consistently ranked among the best place to live in North America. Reside in one of the many tranquil and scenic waterfront communities, yet have easy access to a dynamic urban settings with a melting pot of cultures and unlimited opportunities.
Incredible 1.67 Acres in Redmond, minutes to the future Light Rail Station, Bella Bottega, Costco and Redmond Town Center. Prime flat land, perfectly situated on Novelty ...
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Completely Unobstructed Lake Washington, Juanita Bay & Seattle Skyline Views from this 3rd Floor Unit at Highly Coveted Juanita Shores! Sip your morning coffee while enjo...
Listing courtesy of The Preview Group.
Waterfront sanctuary. Opulent villa at water’s edge, designed by Gerald Chihara to maximize Northwest indoor-outdoor connections. From the ipe entertainment deck, invitin...
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Incredible 1.67 Acres in Redmond, minutes to the future Light Rail Station, Bella Bottega, Costco and Redmond Town Center. Prime flat land, perfectly situated on Novelty ...
Listing courtesy of COMPASS.
Here is the one! Fabulous 2-story houseboat situated in prime condo-owned moorage with unobstructed views of downtown Seattle skyline, Gas Works Park, nature & lakefront...
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Brilliant M.I. Modern Waterfront! Custom-built (2018) & recently transformed into a curated lakeside oasis through exceptional interior design updates. FUN is the word fo...
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Lakeside West ~ built just in time for the Seattle World’s Fair! Embrace life on the water from this sophisticated 2-bedroom corner unit in tony Madison Park. Generous na...
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The ultimate waterfront estate, curated with an exquisite eye for detail, luxe craftsmanship and a modern flare. Nestled on a lush shy ½ acre of 60’ of west facing specta...
Listing courtesy of Windermere R.E. Northeast, Inc.
How often does a top floor view property in Madison Park with moorage rental come available? This rare 2 bedroom, 1.75 bath one floor unit in Canterbury Shores is one of...
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Rare opportunity to enjoy life at the lake just in time for Summer! Gorgeous lakefront living right on beautiful Lake Sammamish! Completely renovated in 2018, 2-story uni...
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One of the best Agents I have ever worked with .. over 40 years of dealing with agents in different states. Shelly has excellent insight into the real estate market and in the process. Tried multiple avenues of selling at her cost to facilitate the sale. Always has the interest and desires of the client in mind. Honest .. Capable .. Integrity. Exceptional!!! We would never hesitate to recommend her.
Shelly Hu and her team (esp. Mark) were excellent to work with. They were willing to jump in at a moments notice to help us. Even willing to show us an excellent Comp right before we signed papers on the house we are purchasing. They were more than happy to be both patient with us, and provide us with excellent knowledge about the many possibilities we considered from building, remodeling to a brand new home!
This is my 3rd real estate transactions with Shelly. It is for obvious reasons that I keep coming back to her in purchasing and selling my homes. Shelly is very dedicated and committed to her work and her clients. She is transparent in how she conduct her work, and she'll also give you her honest opinions of the homes, whether you like it or not (which usually is to your own benefit).
During our recent house hunting, I felt like Shelly was guiding me all the way through, making sure that I would find THE house that would meet my family's needs. Starting with the logistics of the house, the school district, the public transportation line, and many more. And she did come through and we are so glad that we have established a relationship with a great real estate professional like Shelly. I would highly recommend Shelly and her team in helping you meet your real estate needs.
Shelly was our buyer's agent. Impressed by her blogs and people's recommendations, we contacted her in early summer and started our broker-buyer relationship. We visited Bellevue last week. As expected, she and her team were knowledgeable and professional. They did a fantastic job to help us in every possible way as a buyer's agent. However, what really impressed us most was Shelly's unique ability and skills to work with clients, especially in the stage of making offers and negotiation.
Instead of being an agent or representative, she played a team leader. We worked as a team. With the amazing knowledge and experience of the Bellevue real estate market, she led us go over every single detail about the unit, our strength and weakness, and pros and cons of different offer making strategies. After long discussion and debate, she brought the team (Shelly, me and my wife) into consensus. The team came up with a plan which everyone considered the best possible bidding plan. We were pleased to see, after we submitted our offer, we kept our lead position among multiple bidders throughout the whole process.
Shelly has a deep understanding of the real estate negotiation practice. After we submitted our offer, she kept close contact with the seller's broker, calling for updates from time to time. Trying to stay as the top bidder, she negotiated hard with the seller. She persuaded us to make concessions to several less important areas but was firm on the offer price. In the final hour of the cut off day, the seller asked if we could increase our offer. Firmly Shelly said no. We were very nervous and proposed to meet the seller's demand. Shelly told us she was confident that we would win. She believed this was the best price they could get for the condo on the Bellevue market. And she was right.
We signed the P&S the following day. We are thrilled to have our future new home in beautiful Bellevue Downtown. Thank you, Shelly.
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