Thinking of Selling Your Home in Bellevue, Redmond, or the Greater Eastside? Here’s What You Should Know.

We’ve been chatting with quite a few homeowners lately across Bellevue, Kirkland, Issaquah, Woodinville, and other Eastside communities who are asking the same thing:

“Is now a good time to sell?”
“What can I do to stand out in this market?”
“Should I wait until fall—or even next year?”

If these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. And if you’re considering selling your home in the next 6–12 months, we’d love to be a resource—not just when you’re ready to list, but well before.

🚨 New for Our Sellers: Zillow Showcase Listings

We’ve recently invested in a major tool for our sellers: Zillow Showcase—a premium listing experience available to fewer than 10% of homes in our market.

Why does this matter? Because in a shifting market, visibility is everything.

Here’s what Zillow Showcase does:

🏡 Showcase listings are 10% more likely to go pending in the first 14 days
📈 They receive 75% more page views, shares, and saves
💰 They typically sell for 2% more than similar nearby homes

That means your listing isn’t just “on Zillow”—it’s front and center, professionally staged online with interactive floor plans, standout photography, and premium placement. It’s a level of attention your average listing just doesn’t get.

💬 What Sellers Are Asking Right Now

Whether you live in a Sammamish cul-de-sac, a Kirkland condo, or a classic home near Downtown Redmond, here’s what local sellers are wondering—and what we’re seeing:

“Should I sell now or wait until fall?”

In the Greater Seattle area, especially on the Eastside, late summer is often a sweet spot. Buyers who took a break for travel or sunshine in July tend to re-engage in August—especially once back-to-school energy kicks in.

Homes that are priced right, well-presented, and easy to tour are still going quickly but with more listings hitting the market each week, the homes that shine get attention. The ones that don’t? They sit.

“What should I be doing now if I might sell in 6–12 months?”

Great question—and smart thinking. Some of our sellers take advantage of this planning window to:

• Make smart pre-listing updates (we can help prioritize what really matters)

• Get a free home value estimate

• Review local comparables to see how your home stacks up

• Start the pre-inspection or resale certificate process (for condos)

• Schedule high-end media and drone footage while the weather’s still great!

And if you’re in a niche market like 55+ downsizing communities, homes with ADUs, investment properties, or newer construction in master-planned communities, we tailor our strategy to fit those needs.

📍 What Makes the Eastside Unique?

Unlike many parts of the country, homes in Bellevue, Redmond, Bothell, and Issaquah still see strong demand—especially in neighborhoods close to Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Google campuses.

Proximity to future light rail stations, walkability to downtown Kirkland and Redmond, and school district performance (hello, Lake Washington and Issaquah SDs) all make a big impact on buyer behavior.

🙋‍♀️ Wondering What’s Next?

If you’ve been asking yourself:

👉 “How much could I actually get for my house?”
👉 “What’s the best way to prep without overspending?”
👉 “Is there a way to test the market without going all-in?”

Let’s talk. No pressure, no sales pitch—just a strategy session built around your timing, your property, and your goals.

📍 Whether you're in Carnation, Newcastle, or near Bridle Trails, we know the nuances of your market—and we know what buyers are clicking on, asking for, and responding to right now.

👋 Let’s Chat

If you're even a little curious about what your home might be worth—or how to make the most of your Eastside sale—we’d love to connect. Whether by Zoom, phone, or coffee in Old Bellevue, we’re here.

Let’s build your next move with confidence.

Warmly,

Kat Delay

425-223-1751