New to Market: Fremont Townhouse
Just blocks from the center of the universe and some of Seattle’s best dining and nightlife, this Fremont townhome has it all!
918 N. 39th Street | Seattle, Washington 98103
Just blocks from the center of the universe and some of Seattle’s best dining and nightlife, this Fremont townhome has it all! Great natural light highlights rich maple cabinets, bamboo floors and a functional open layout with room for a full size dining table. Both bedrooms reside upstairs, each boasting vaulted ceilings and their own bath, while a downstairs bonus room adds flexibility. Relax on the sunny patio or leave the car in the garage to explore on foot - Fremont Brewing, Gas Works Park and much more!
2 Bedroom • 3 Bathrooms • 1,180sf
NEWLY PRICE at $699,000
Affordability and Homeownership: Freddie Mac Expert Shares What You Need to Know
Millions of potential buyers are unaware of options that could help them achieve their dream of homeownership. Carmen Mercado, Senior Affordable Lending Manager for Freddie Mac, discusses how the organization is working with RE/MAX to increase education among agents and buyers.
There are 37 million potential homebuyers in the U.S. who have the credit characteristics to qualify for a home and yet don’t have a mortgage, according to Freddie Mac, the agency dedicated to increasing affordable housing in the U.S. A lack of education on the variety of mortgage options available could be what’s holding them back.
For example, many homebuyers are able to purchase a home with as little as 3% down, yet a common myth is that most loans require a 20% down payment. It’s a daunting difference – according to data from Freddie Mac, it would take most Americans between 2-4 years to save for a 3% down payment versus 14-24 years to save for a 20% down payment.
“If I were in the market today as a first-time homebuyer with the misconception that I need a 20% down payment, I may be pessimistic of making the dream of homeownership possible for me,” says Carmen Mercado, Senior Affordable Lending Manager for Freddie Mac. “However, if I knew that I could purchase a home with a 3% down payment, I would be more optimistic and excited about working with an agent on this journey.”
Creating a Cozy Home for Fall
It all begins with an idea.
The first red leaf to show up on your local tree, the days are getting crisper, the sky a richer shade of blue, - now’s the time to slow down, take stock of your surroundings and create a space that allows the season to be meaningful. There are so many simple, natural decorating ideas to make your home come alive this season, from cozy library corners and colorful quilts, Houzz offers a set of ten really simple ideas to make your home pop!
What’s your Halloween Decor Style?
It all begins with an idea.
This year there was talk of canceling Halloween, but it seems that homeowners have taken that as a personal challenge and now a walk around the neighborhood gets my heart racing more than usual. With decor ranging from bone chilling to happiness inducing, my neighborhood is doing amazing things with their yards and porches. What’s your neighborhood doing?
Great Living Room Design Hacks
Is it time to spice up your living room? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
With Covid still puttering around the country a lot of us are at home considering changes to the decor that we’ve been staring at for a half a year. While a complete design overhaul may seem out of the question (and budget), there are still some simple ways to create a look and feel that makes you feel at home. From framed wallpaper art to clever furniture upcycling, here are a few tips from top interior designers will transform your living room - or any other room - in no time.
We all know the woes of limited square footage; according to designer Kimberly Valente of Brick + Beam Studio, however, the key to the lack of space problem is finding furniture that pulls double duty in a room. “Select furnishings that can serve multiple functions to make the most of your budget and square footage,” she explains.
According to Beth Diana Smith, owner and principal designer of Beth Diana Smith Interior Design, using a favorite wallpaper swatch to create your own custom art is a great way to bring texture and pattern into a space without adding a huge project like wallpapering. “I love to frame unexpected items such as fabric, wallpaper, and gift wrap,” she says. “The pattern choices are endless, and I’m usually inspired by the pattern itself or the colorway.”
SOLD: Capitol Hill Living
Just blocks from the center of the universe and some of Seattle’s best dining and nightlife, this Fremont townhome has it all!
SOLD: Capitol Hill Living
Panoramic views and Capitol Hill living at its finest. This centrally located 3 bed/1.75 bath standalone, modern home is like-new, boasting sleek high-end finishes throughout. A stunning kitchen with custom cabinets, marble counters, and island, heated concrete floors on entry-level and hardwoods elsewhere throughout. Private primary suite on the top floor includes a walk-in closet and luxury ensuite bath with dual vanities and massive walk-in shower plus covered view deck. Upstairs laundry, side garden, parking space, A/C and no HOA.
931-B 16th Avenue | Seattle, WA 98122
3 Bedrooms • 1.75 Bathrooms • 1,590sf | Sold at $930,000
