On the idyllic forested shores of Bainbridge Island is the desirable neighborhood of Rockaway Beach. Located on the southeast portion of the island, residents enjoy seamless access to downtown Seattle just a ferry ride across Elliott Bay. The career opportunities, in-city amenities, and lively entertainment of the city are never far away, while the slower-paced island lifestyle creates a peaceful day-to-day surrounded by nature and enriched by small-town ambiance.
Discover one of Whidbey Island’s most significant homes, a masterpiece by renowned waterfront architect Robert Maloney that marries old-world charm with classic Hampton beach sophistication.
There is a certain kind of magic in the air on Bainbridge Island during the autumn months. From the stunning foliage to the seasonal produce to community events, it’s the perfect transition from an action-packed summer into cozy harvest season. Take advantage of the last string of sunny days and make this a month to remember with our curated list of the top October events to keep you and your loved ones entertained this month.
You’re ready to jump into the real estate market, list your home, and make a successful sale—congratulations! Deciding to embark on a property sale is no small decision. Ensure the process is seamless, lucrative, and productive by avoiding these common seller pitfalls.
ROOST, Bainbridge Island’s newest community, creates a conversation that we haven’t heard before. Ten residential homes have already been built and lived in since 2018, and the second phase of this unique project currently has five live and work townhomes available.
Just a 30-minute ferry ride from Seattle, Bainbridge Island is one of the Pacific Northwest’s best kept secrets. The island itself has stunning views of the Puget Sound, cultural and historical heritage, unique small businesses and more. If you’re looking to escape the city for a day, experience the island lifestyle in the best way possible with this ideal itinerary.
After double-digit home price growth from the second quarter of 2018 to that of 2019, the median sales price of single-family homes on Bainbridge Island retraced slightly to $870,000 in the third quarter of 2019. Buyers in this area purchased homes with greater speed than seen in previous years as homes sold in an average of just 19 days on market—a sharp decline from the 44 days they spent on the market in both Q3-2017 and Q3-2018. Conditions are relatively favorable for both buyers and sellers, with a healthy supply of inventory, at 2.4 months.
As the leaves turn from brilliant forest green to varying hues of reds, oranges, and yellows, it becomes clear that autumn has arrived on Bainbridge Island. From spooky creatures and scavengers hunts to costume contests and community celebrations, fall activities are abundant for those of all ages. Here are a few of Bainbridge Island’s autumn festivities not-to-be-missed:
Washington State has continued to make national headlines over the years. From our booming tech community and hot housing market to our ever-successful Seattle Seahawks, Washington manages to find ways to stand out. While news about Amazon and the housing market were hovering in the spotlight, our state has been quietly establishing itself as a leader in the wine industry.
Commuting is never usually the highlight of someone’s day. It can be hard to start the day off right when you are navigating your way through exhaustive lines of traffic and your coffee is cold before you even arrive to work. But what if all that could change?
Here on the island, we have a different perspective of commutes. We’re usually greeted by our friends or neighbors as we board the ferry from Bainbridge Island to downtown Seattle. The endless sea of taillights is traded for the calming waters of The Sound and the freeway views are swapped for sweeping mountain vistas.
After a year-over-year retracement of the median sales price of single-family homes in the first quarter of 2019, home values saw double-digit growth in the second quarter of the year, increasing from $865,000 in Q2-2018 to $979,000 in Q2-2019, a 13.2% gain. It is thus no surprise that the neutral market we reported in the first quarter has now shifted back into a seller’s market, with 2 months of inventory. Though the average cumulative days on market was up slightly from this time last year—at 33 days—it was markedly lower than Q1-2019, when homes sold in an average of 67 days.
Nothing quite compares to the waterfront lifestyle on Bainbridge Island during the summer months. Aquatic adventures abound with long days spent at the water’s edge. In the spirit of the waterfront season, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty recently released RSIRWaterfront.com, which takes a close look at sales trends in 14 counties around Western Washington with price trends and topographic maps of 27 waterfront communities. Below we have compiled thoughtful insights for Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County.
The sunshine-filled days of summer are nearly upon us, which means we’ll be dusting off our patio furniture, tending to our gardens, and hosting afternoon barbecues. For many of us, the arrival of the warmest months of the year means we’ll be spending much more time outdoors, inviting friends onto our patios, decks and entertaining terraces. If your outdoor living space could use an extra touch this season, look no further than a few of our favorite, simple decorating tips, courtesy of HGTV.
The market slowdown that began in the fourth quarter of 2018 continued into the first quarter of 2019, with the median sales price of single-family homes on Bainbridge Island settling at $843,000, a 6.33% retracement from the first quarter of 2018 (when homes sold for $900,000). In the first quarter of 2018, we reported a sharp decline in inventory, however as was the case in many markets, inventory rose on Bainbridge Island in Q1-2019, pushing into a neutral market, with 3.2 months of inventory.
Many homeowners and savvy investors are turning to rental vacation properties as a means of generating extra income. For someone that hasn’t yet broken into the rental market, the idea of investing can feel daunting: What area should I buy in? What if I don’t make the right purchase? How do I even begin? A recent Forbes article answered one of those questions, in a recent outline of the top five places to own a vacation rental property in 2019.
