Delightful Juanita Home Sale Price $785,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2.25 BathroomsInterior: 1,600 sqftLot: 7,696 sqftYear Built: 1986MLS #: 1216465 Location 12629 93rd Place NEKirkland, WA 98034 Description *SOLD* Delightful Kirkland, Juanita area home featuring thoughtful updates throughout. Inviting family room with wood burning fireplace. Gas range and solid surface counters appoint the modern kitchen. Three beds upstairs including spacious, en suite master with walk-in closet. Entertainment sized deck overlooks a beautifully landscaped yard, fully fenced for privacy. Quiet cul-de-sac location offers easy access to the shops and restaurants of Juanita Village. Minutes to I-405, located in desirable Lake Washington School District. One year home warranty included! ... 12/19/2017

Charming Kingsgate Neighborhood Home Sale Price: $682,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2.5 BathroomsInterior: 2,300 sqftLot: 8,125 sqftYear Built: 1965MLS #: 1213572 Location 13814 116th Avenue NEKirkland, WA 98034 Description *Just Sold* Live in one of Kirkland's most sought after neighborhoods, Kingsgate Highlands. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2,300 square foot home is conveniently located close to award winning Lake Washington schools, parks, trails and the New Totem Lake Shopping Center. Spacious master suite has ensuite bath and walk in closet. Bright main floor plan has two wood burning fireplaces and skylights, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and walk in pantry. Professionally landscaped yard is fully fenced with a roomy patio perfect for entertaining. This ex... 11/01/2017

Updated Kirkland Finn Hill Home Sold   Sold Price: $723,000  Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2.25 BathInterior: 2,200 sqftLot: 7,000 sqftYear Built: 1976MLS #: 1195963 Location 8317 NE 121st PlaceKirkland, WA 98034 Description This lovingly updated, meticulously maintained Finn Hill beauty is ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Designer upgrades throughout provide an aura of cozy sophistication: graceful fixtures and finishes, stately fireplaces, lovely millwork, a tasteful color palette. The renovated kitchen is a standout, with gem-like granite, handsome hardwood cabinets, sleek stainless steel appliances and chic dark-tile floors. The harmonious master is a soothing escape, with forested views, a spa-like ensuite with beautiful wood vanity, and a large walk-in closet. ... 09/20/2017

401 State Street in Kirkland Washington Condos Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 two homes in 401 State Street in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) where they are listed as condominiums were sold. 401 State Street is an upscale new community of 27 luxury townhomes close to the downtown Kirkland waterfront. The first condo was 210 4th Court S (Unit 4), Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,412,950 and it was sold for $1,412,950. The second condo was 212 4th Court S (Unit 5), Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and four bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,419,950 and it was sold for $1,419,950.  If you are thinking about selling or buying a home in 401 Sta... 08/12/2017

 Brio in Kirkland Washington Real Estate Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 one residential home in Brio in Kirkland Washington that was listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) was sold. It was 11222 116th Place NE #L-4, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has four bedrooms and 3.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,274,850 and it sold for $1,248,850.   If you are thinking about selling or buying real estate in Brio in Kirkland Washington call the Aloha Kai Home Team today at 206-445-8034 for a free market analysis. * Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS.) The NWMLS did not compile or publish this information. Information is believed to be accurate but should not be relied upon without verification. If your home is presently listed with a broker, th... 08/10/2017

 Meritage Ridge in Kirkland Washington Homes Real Estate Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 three residential homes in Meritage Ridge in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first home was 13521 NE 128th Place #Lot17, Kirkland, Washington 98034. It has five bedrooms and 3.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $939,950 and it sold for $940,050.  The second home was 13521 NE 128th Place #Lot17, Kirkland, Washington 98034. It has five bedrooms and 3.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $939,950 and it sold for $940,050. The third home was 13513 NE 128th Place #Lot18, Kirkland, Washington 98034. It has five bedrooms and 3.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $986,000 and it sold for $986,000.   If you are thinking about... 08/09/2017

Villas at Carillon in Kirkland Washington Condos Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 one condo in Villas at Carillon in Kirkland Washington that was listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) was sold. It was 5302 Lake Washington Boulevard NE #A, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Its listing price was $899,888 and it sold for $886,000.  Whether buying or selling a condo in Villas at Carillon or elsewhere in Kirkland, call the Aloha Kai Home Team at 206-445-8034 for a free market analysis. * Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS.) The NWMLS did not compile or publish this information. Information is believed to be accurate but should not be relied upon without verification. If your home is presently listed with a broker... 08/09/2017

 West of Market in Kirkland Washington Real Estate Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 five residential homes in West of Market in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first was 2044 9th Street W, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $798,800 and it sold for $790,000 with conventional financing.  The second was 2042 9th Street W, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $798,800 and it sold for $798,800 with conventional financing. The third was 1027 14th Place W, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.25 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,595,000 and it sold for $1,815,000 with cash, no finan... 08/09/2017

Holmes Point in Kirkland Washington Real Estate Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 two residential homes in Holmes Point in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first was 6620 NE 129th Street, Kirkland, Washington 98034. It has two bedrooms and one bathroom. Its listing price was $650,000 and it sold for $715,000. The second was 11125 Champagne Point Road NE, Kirkland, Washington 98034. It has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,600,000 and it sold for $1,585,000.  If you are thinking about selling or buying real estate in Holmes Point or elsewhere in Kirkland Washington  call the Aloha Kai Home Team today at 206-445-8034 for a free market analysis. * Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Se... 08/08/2017

 East of Market Street in Kirkland Washington Real Estate Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 seven residential homes in East of Market in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first was 320 19th Avenue, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has two bedrooms and one bathroom. Its listing price was $719,000 and it sold for $675,000.  The second one was a condo at 8628 113th Way NE #1, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $700,000 and it sold for $745,000. It had multiple offers.  The third one was 518 7th Avenue, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,100,000 and it sold for $1,260,000.  The fourth one was 808 1st ... 08/07/2017

Bridle Trails in Kirkland Washington and Bellevue Washington Real Estate Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 14 residential homes in Bridle Trails in Kirkland Washington and Bellevue, Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first home was 7033 127th Avenue NE, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $550,000 and it sold for $655,100 with cash, no financing.The second home was 12011 NE 65th Street, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has four bedrooms and 2.25 bathrooms. Its listing price was $600,000 and it sold for $752,500 with conventional financing. The third home was 12813 NE 32nd Place, Bellevue, Washington 98005. It has five bedrooms and 2.25 bathrooms. Its listing price w... 08/07/2017

 North Rose Hill in Kirkland Washington Real Estate Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 three condos and three residential homes in North Rose Hill in Kirkland Washington and Redmond, Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first condo was 12505 NE 116th Street #B-33, Kirkland, Washington 98034 in Terrace Glen. It has two bedrooms and one bathroom. Its listing price was $230,000 and it sold for $248,000 with a conventional loan.  The second condo was 11302 124th Avenue NE #202, Kirkland, Washington 98033 in Affinity. It has two bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $385,000 and it sold for $431,000 with cash, no financing.  The third condo was 11312 124th Avenue NE #202, Kirkland, Washington 98033 in Affinity. I... 08/07/2017

 Juanita Country Club Totem Lake in Kirkland Washington Condos Sold in May 2017 During the month of May 2017 one condo in Juanita Country Club in Kirkland Washington that was listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) was sold. It was 12602 109th Court NE #G201, Kirkland, Washington 98034. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Its listing price was $325,000 and it sold for $330,000. Whether buying or selling a condo in Juanita, call the Aloha Home Team at 206-445-8034 for a free market analysis. * Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS.) The NWMLS did not compile or publish this information. Information is believed to be accurate but should not be relied upon without verification. If your home is presently listed with a broker, this is not a solicitation of y... 08/07/2017

401 State Street in Kirkland Washington Condos Sold in April 2017 During the month of April 2017 two homes in 401 State Street in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) where they are listed as condominiums were sold. 401 State Street is an upscale new community of 27 luxury townhomes close to the downtown Kirkland waterfront. The first condo was 206 4th Court S (Unit 2), Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,399,950 and it was sold for $1,399,950. The second condo was 208 4th Court S #3, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has four bedrooms and 3.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,400,000 and it was sold for $1,400,000. If you are thinking about selling or buying a condo in Kirkland W... 08/06/2017

East of Market Street in Kirkland Washington Real Estate Sold in April 2017 During the month of April 2017 seven residential homes in East of Market in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first was 214 10 Avenue, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,000,000 and it sold for $1,120,000. The second was 1826 Market Street, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,290,000 and it sold for $1,192,500. The third was 311 10th Avenue, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has four bedrooms and 2.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,300,000 and it sold for $1,325,000. The fourth was 1942 3rd Street, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It... 08/06/2017

 West of Market in Kirkland Washington Homes Sold in April 2017 During the month of April 2017 two residential homes in West of Market in Kirkland Washington that were listed in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) were sold. The first was 810 19th Lane W, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has six bedrooms and 2.75 bathrooms. Its listing price was $1,090,000 and it sold for $1,050,000. The second was 224 Waverly Way, Kirkland, Washington 98033. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Its listing price was $2,450,000 and it sold for $2,400,000.  If you are thinking about selling or buying real estate in West of Market Street in Kirkland Washington call the Aloha Kai Home Team today at 206-445-8034 for a free market analysis.    * Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS.... 08/06/2017

New 564 Area Code in Western Washington  The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission approved a plan to implement a new area code across Western Washington. Starting July 29, 2017 new 10-digit dialing has been required to accommodate the new 564 area code for Western Washington. This new 564 area code will slowly be assigned to new numbers in the 206, 253, and 425 area codes.Beginning July 29, 2017 all calls made within Western Washington must be placed using the 10-digit telephone number. If consumers dial only seven digits, the call will not be completed and the caller will hear an announcement instructing them to redial including the area code.  More information can be seen at the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission website. 08/06/2017

Another Round of Microsoft Layoffs: Redmond Washington This is not the first time Microsoft is laying off employees throughout the world including in Redmond, Washington. In 2014 Microsoft cut 18,000 jobs. In 2016 Microsoft announced they would cut 2,850 jobs by the end of the fiscal year. In yesterday's Seattle Times Matt Day revealed more layoffs by Microsoft.Full disclosure: It was due to my Microsoft stock that I put a huge down payment on my house so am very thankful for their performance. Shares of MSFT stock have slipped 5% in the last three months.Nevertheless some employees at their Redmond, Washington office may lose their job soon.  If you are a Microsoft employee who lives in Redmond, Kirkland, Bellevue, or surrounding areas and are thinking about selling your home instead o... 07/07/2017

Sell Your Kirkland Washington Home  Inventory is low in Kirkland Washington. The market is hot! Average home prices in the Kirkland area is on the rise. Housing inventory is at a premium. Mortgage rates are increasing but they are still at all time lows.All of which adds up to the perfect market to sell your home.If you are thinking about selling your home in Kirkland call Lana and Ed at the Aloha Home Team 206-445-8034 for a free home evaluation.Or go to www.FreeCMAKirkland.com for more information.   07/01/2017

Washington Real Estate Broker/Managing Broker Name/Address Change Form It's that time of the year for me to renew my managing broker license and real estate firm license. As of today I renewed both. The State of Washington makes it easy by offering the option to renew online.Washington real estate brokers and managing brokers can update their name and/or address before they renew their license by filling out a form provided by the Washington State Department of Licensing. Click here to view it.If you are thinking about changing real estate firms in Washington, feel free to contact me for a private discussion at 206-445-8034. 01/06/2017