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homes for sale: Tumwater WA real estate market update for June 2014 - 07/12/14 04:04 AM

Here is the Tumwater WA real estate market update for June 2014.

Why live in Tumwater?
Tumwater is a great middle point for Olympia and Lewis County employment centers with easy access to I-5. Tumwater is close to many State and Federal buildings, the Olympia Airport, parks, and shopping centers.
Tumwater is probably most famous for being the home of the Olympia Brewery, which claimed it was the water that made its beer so good. Although the brewery closed in 2003, the Old Brewery still stands along the Deschutes River. You can walk along the river and enjoy the Tumwater Falls in the heart … (0 comments)

homes for sale: West Olympia WA real estate market update for June 2014 - 07/12/14 03:36 AM

Here is the West Olympia WA real estate market update for June 2014.

Why live in West Olympia?
West Olympians love their part of town! There is The Evergreen State College and South Puget Sound Community College, Capitol Medical Center and the shopping mall to name a few amenities. The main north-south road, Cooper Point Road NW, leads to the homes with water views of either Eld Inlet to the west or Budd Inlet to the east.
Investors can find opportunities with rental properties near The Evergreen State College while longtime, homesteaders can find their dream home in West Olympia.
Schools: Many residents are in the Olympia School … (1 comments)

homes for sale: Boston Harbor WA real estate market update for June 2014 - 07/11/14 02:29 PM

Here is the Boston Harbor WA real estate market update for June 2014.

Why live in Boston Harbor?

Boston Harbor is a desirable area of Thurston County and offers residents lots of waterfront activities including Priest Point Park and Boston Harbor Marina as well as a direct route to downtown Olympia. (I took this photo of the kayaks at Boston Harbor Marina on a summer evening.)
Other downtown waterfront activities include the Hands On Children's Museum, Swantown Marina, the Farmer's Market and more, which are just a walk or a bike ride away for many residents in the southern part of Boston Harbor.

Schools: Most … (0 comments)

homes for sale: Indian Summer Golf & Country Club, Olympia WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/22/14 11:44 AM

Here is the Indian Summer Golf & Country Club, Olympia WA real estate market update as of April 2014.
The Indian Summer residential community is a gated community that surrounds the Indian Summer Golf and Country Club, a private golf club. There are approximately 500 single family homes, condos and townhomes. Many homes enjoy wonderful golf course and Mount Rainier views, and views of the Nature Preserve.
The community features its own gate guard where visitors can check in, miles of sidewalks throughout to take a stroll through the neighborhood, and walking trails in the Nature Preserve.
To learn more … (3 comments)

homes for sale: Summit Lake / Steamboat Island WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/22/14 10:17 AM

Here is the Summit Lake / Steamboat Island WA (Northwest Thurston County) current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 441 on the map below).
Northwest Thurston County not only features the major areas of Summit Lake and Steamboat Island but also Carlyon Beach, Gravelly Beach, Hunter Point, Madrona Beach, and Oyster Bay. Some of the residents in this area enjoy water views, lake and inlet front properties, horse properties, private lots yet have good freeway access to Olympia. The school district is Griffin School District.

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Northwest Thurston County's average home sales prices have fluctuated downward but have stabilized over the last … (0 comments)

homes for sale: Delphi / Black Hills WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/22/14 10:05 AM

Here is the Delphi / Black Hills WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 442 on the map below).
Delphi / Black Hills residents are in an area of homes on larger parcels of land. Buyers can find their coveted horse properties here! There are also some high end neighborhoods including Field of Dreams and Cougar Ridge as well as the neighborhoods of Alpine Hills, Black Lake, Littlerock, Mud Bay, and Waddell Creek. This area also includes part of the Capitol State Forest. Many residents in this area are in the Tumwater School District.

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homes for sale: Tumwater WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/22/14 09:55 AM

Here is the Tumwater WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 443 on the map below).
Tumwater is a great middle point for Olympia and Lewis County employment centers with easy access to I-5. Tumwater is close to many State and Federal buildings, the Olympia Airport, parks, and shopping centers.
Tumwater is probably most famous for being the home of the Olympia Brewery, which claimed it was the water that made its beer so good. Although the brewery closed in 2003, the Old Brewery still stands along the Deschutes River. You can walk along the river and enjoy the Tumwater … (0 comments)

homes for sale: Rochester WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/22/14 04:45 AM

Here is the Rochester WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 455 on the map below).
Rochester, WA is located in the southernmost part of Thurston County, and is best known for its Scandinavian heritage celebrations. Rochester is also the home to the Great Wolf Lodge and the Lucky Eagle Casino operated by the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation. Rochester features farming parcels as well as vintage homes in the downtown area. Many residents of these towns are in the Rochester School District.
Neighborhoods in Rochester include Applegate, Beaver Creek, Black River, Country Manor, Grand Mound, Independence and Littlerock.

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homes for sale: Tenino / Bucoda WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/22/14 04:33 AM

Here is the Tenino / Bucoda WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 454 on the map below).
Tenino WA is located Southeast of Olympia off of Old Highway 99. There is some dispute how Tenino got its name; some say it is from a Native American word meaning "junction" or "meeting place;" others say it was named after the railroad engine numbered "10-9-0."
Bucoda WA is just south of Tenino. Bucoda's name is clearly documented. It was named after three men in the town's mining business: James Buckley, Samuel Coulter and John David. Bucoda was the location of the territory's penitentiary in … (0 comments)

homes for sale: West Olympia WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 07:29 AM

Here is the West Olympia WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 444 on the map below).
West Olympians love their part of town! There is The Evergreen State College and South Puget Sound Community College, Capitol Medical Center and the shopping mall to name a few amenities. West Olympia offers some residents with desirable inlet water views, new construction and vintage homes. Many residents are in the Olympia School District.
Neighborhoods in West Olympia include Aspinwall, Cooper Point, Olympia Country Club, Green Cove, and Ken Lake.

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Average home prices for West Olympia are steady … (2 comments)

homes for sale: Boston Harbor WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 07:22 AM

Here is the Boston Harbor WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 445 on the map below).
Boston Harbor is a desirable area of Thurston County and offers residents lots of waterfront activities including Priest Point Park and Boston Harbor Marina as well as a direct route to downtown Olympia. Other downtown waterfront activities include the Hands On Children's Museum, Swantown Marina, the Farmer's Market and more, which are just a walk or a bike ride away for many residents in the southern part of Boston Harbor.
Most residents are in the Olympia School District and the North Thurston School District.
Boston Harbor has … (0 comments)

homes for sale: North Olympia WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 06:56 AM

Here is the North Olympia WA real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 447 on the map below).
North Olympia beckons home-dwellers who are inspired by vintage homes, some of which are on the Historic Registry. This area includes the Capitol Campus, downtown Olympia, Bigelow, East Bay and East Olympia Hill. Homes in this area range from the majestic homes of Olympia's original pioneers to the more modest homes built for the pioneering sawmill and port workers. Some homes offer water and Capitol views, and many residents enjoy being able to walk to the Capitol, downtown Olympia and the waterfront. Many residents in this area … (2 comments)

homes for sale: South Olympia WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 06:53 AM

Here is the South Olympia WA real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 448 on the map below).
South Olympia is considered a desirable part of Thurston County by its residents. Many residents covet the Olympia School District, especially Olympia High School. There are residents in this area who belong to the Tumwater School District.
South Olympians have lots of sidewalks and biking paths, and many enjoy the amenities of the YMCA, which has an indoor swimming pool. Ward Lake and Chambers Lake offer lakefront homes and water activities, while the Carlyon neighborhood offers a mix of mid-century and older vintage homes.
South Olympia offers a … (0 comments)

homes for sale: East Olympia WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 06:07 AM

Here is the East Olympia WA real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 449 on the map below).
East Olympians enjoy a variety of home choices - from the gated golf community of Indian Summer to larger parcels suitable for horses to lake front homes on Hewitt Lake. Residents enjoy biking and walking on the Chehalis-Western Trail, Lattin's Country Cider Mill and Farm, and floating down the Deschutes River on a hot summer day.
Many residents in this area are in the North Thurston School District and Tumwater School District.

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Average home sale prices for East Olympia continue to inch upward, … (0 comments)

homes for sale: North Lacey / Hawks Prairie WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 05:50 AM

Here is the North Lacey / Hawks Prairie WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 446 on the map below).
North Lacey is a fast-developing part of the county, with lots of residential and commercial new construction, the completion of Cabela's, and other major retailers coming soon.
This area is preferred for northward I-5 commuters as one of the northern-most I-5 Exit 111 in Thurston County is easily accessed here.
North Lacey offers lots to do with several golf courses (one interspersed between Jubilee, a high-end 55+ community), Tolmie State Park, the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge and the newer Regional Athletic Complex … (0 comments)

homes for sale: Lacey WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 04:42 AM

Here is the Lacey WA real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 450 on the map below).
Lacey residents take pride in their town! The city sponsors many events throughout the year to promote a sense of community with events such as the Lacey Spring Fun Fair at Saint Martin's campus, the Lacey farmer's market in the summer, as well as the Mushroom Festival in July!
Nearly 20 percent of Lacey is made up of parks and green space, giving residents lots of places to walk, relax and enjoy a bit of nature. But green space isn't the only thing green about … (1 comments)

homes for sale: Lake St. Clair / Pattison Lake WA real estate market update April 2014 - 05/21/14 04:16 AM

Here is the Lake Saint Clair / Pattison Lake / Sunwood Lake WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 452 on the map below).
Southeast Thurston County features some beautiful lake front properties and communities such as Lake St. Clair, Pattison Lake, Kelly's Corner and Sunwood Lake. Residents in this area can also get larger parcels for horses at Evergreen Valley, new construction, and late-century homes. Many residents are in the North Thurston School District and Yelm School District.

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Average home sale prices for Southeast Thurston County are holding steady. This stability is part of the recovery process, and as other parts of … (1 comments)

homes for sale: East Lacey WA current real estate market update April 2014 - 05/13/14 09:49 AM

Here is the East Lacey WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 451 on the map below).
Lacey residents take pride in their town! The city sponsors many events throughout the year to promote a sense of community with events such as the Lacey Spring Fun Fair at Saint Martin's campus, the Lacey farmer's market in the summer, as well as the Mushroom Festival in July!
Neighborhoods include the desirable McAllister Park, Evergreen Heights, Tanglewilde, Lake Forest, Long Lake, Madrona Park, The Meadows, Thompson Place, Union Mills and The Seasons. There is a mix of new construction and mid-century homes in Lacey, and most … (2 comments)

homes for sale: Yelm / Rainier WA current real estate market update for April 2014 - 05/13/14 09:03 AM

Here is the Yelm / Rainier WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 453 on the map below).
Yelm / Rainier not only is close to JBLM's East Gate, but offers affordable homes and is 15 miles from Olympia. Yelm has also been recognized as Tree City USA, and you'll certainly see that as you tour its diverse urban forest of trees.
Buyers looking for larger parcels and horse properties will be able to find these just outside of downtown Yelm. Yelm's downtown core has experienced quite the growth in the last few years with major retailers, restaurants and parks that residents can enjoy. … (1 comments)

homes for sale: DuPont WA current real estate market update April 2014 - 05/13/14 06:53 AM

Here is the DuPont WA current real estate market update as of April 2014.
What's it like to live in DuPont?
DuPont is a middle point between Tacoma and Olympia, and offers an excellent location for Joint-Base Lewis McChord (JBLM) commuters.
In 1994, Northwest Landing, a master planned community in DuPont, was developed on 3,200 acres. There are 50 acres of parks. Trails, sidewalks and bike lanes make it enjoyable to get out and enjoy the area or to play a round of golf. And you can leave the car at home as the city center of DuPont offers shopping, restaurants and other services within close proximity. Many … (0 comments)

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