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Seattle is the No. 3 most affordable city in the U.S. for remote workers

Seattle is one of the most affordable cities in the country for people who work from home, according to a report from CoworkingCafe.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle

This month’s roundup of the 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle includes two houseboats — one in Portage Bay and the other on Lake Union.

Where rents are growing the most — and least — in the Seattle metro

Rents in different neighborhoods and areas within the Seattle metro are growing (or slowing) at their own paces.

Falling mortgage rates, increased supply create opportunities for homebuyers

Despite record high prices, two factors are creating opportunities for homebuyers this summer: falling mortgage rates and rising supply.

Most American homeowners crave privacy from their neighbors

Despite spending more time than ever at home, more than half of Americans admit to hiding from their neighbors, according to a survey from Top Rail Fence.

Washington among top states for house flippers

Washington is the No. 9 state in the country for house-flipping, according to a report from Highland Cabinetry.

Houzz: The top outdoor home trends for 2024

Summer is underway, and many homeowners are looking for ways to upgrade their outdoor spaces so they can enjoy the heat in style.

Washington has the lowest electricity costs in the country

Washington ranks as the U.S. state with the lowest electricity prices, meaning major savings for Washingtonians.

Median existing-home sales price hits all-time high in May 

The record-breaking sales price comes as the pace of transactions slid from April, the National Association of REALTORS® said. 

The 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle

Agents from Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty are responsible for nearly half of the 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle.

The top home trends for summer 2024

With warm weather heating up much of the United States, many homeowners are craving new summer styles for their living spaces.

Seattle ranked 2024’s fifth best city to raise a family

Seattle ranked No. 5 in the country, behind Fremont, California; Overland Park, Kansas; Irvine, California; and Plano, Texas.

Case-Shiller: Home-price index hits all-time high in March; Seattle sees 7.8% gain 

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index has hit a new record for six of the last 12 months, as demand remains strong in the face of tight inventory.

New-home sales decline in April 

At the same time, the median price of a new home sold in April declined as well. 

The 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle

Ewing & Clark agents Betsy Terry and Jane Powers are responsible for the two most expensive new listings in Seattle.

Housing starts rebound in April after March slump 

New-home construction jumped 5.7% month over month after a soft March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

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