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Riverside Investment Property
July 31, 2019 /INVESTOR SPECIAL! Cash-only sale on this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home in the Riverside neighborhood of North Everett. Kitchen with butcher block countertops and white appliances. Wood stove warms the main living space, and - once stairs are built to code - loft could be finished for additional living space. Pre-inspection report available to verified cash buyers, sold AS-IS. Call Jesse Moore at 425.502.5397 for more information. To download the property flyer as a PDF, click on the link: Riverside Investment PropertyRead more
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Five Pieces of Good News From Seattle
July 29, 2019 /Technology has given us radical levels of instant, exciting connection. However, with so much going on in the world, reading / listening to / watching / skimming through the news every day can feel a little overwhelming. So, to help you start your week in a positive mood, here are five good things currently happening in the Seattle area. 1. A Kirkland startup aims to reduce food waste. According to the USDA, Americans throw away 32 billion pounds of produce every year. Stixfresh, however, has designed a sticker to place on fruit that keeps it fresh longer. This tiny sticker contains wax and naturally-sourced ingredients that “create a protective layer around your fruit.” Studies have also shown that these stickers also increase the fruit’s sweetness and help it retain moisture and firmness. Buy these magical stickers through their crowdsourcing campaign. 2. A Seattle nonprofit is cleaning up homeless camps. The city of Seattle has been working for years to help its residents who experience homelessness. In general, Washington, Oregon, and California experience higher rates of homelessness than in other areas of the country. Facing Homelessness, based out of Seattle, began as a Facebook page that published individuals’ stories in order…Read more
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Crown Ridge Two-Story
July 22, 2019 /Located across from one of the neighborhood parks, this Arlington 2-story home in Crown Ridge has been tastefully updated. Enter on new laminate floors into the formal living room with wainscoting and gas fireplace. Generous kitchen with hard-surface counter-tops, stainless steel appliances, pantry and breakfast bar anchors the floor plan, with the family and dining room adjacent. 4 bedrooms upstairs, including master bedroom with full bathroom and walk-in closet. All this + multi-level deck, hot tub, security system & 2-car garage - within walking distance to Arlington High School. Call Jesse Moore at 425.502.5397 for more information.Read more
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Laurelcrest 2-Story Home
July 22, 2019 /Located in the Northshore School District, this Laurelcrest home is being offered for the first time since its construction. Enter on hardwood floors that spill into the kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar and walk-in pantry. Kitchen opens to living room with gas fireplace and dining room with slider to fully-fenced backyard. All 3 bedrooms are upstairs, including master bedroom with 5-piece bath and walk-in closet. Lofted family room could easily be an office or play room. Low-maintenance private yard with patio and deck. Call Jesse Moore at 425.502.5397 for more information. To download the property flyer as a PDF, click on the link: Laurelcrest 2-Story HomeRead more
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Should You Rent Or Buy in the Seattle Area?
July 19, 2019 /Renting isn’t easy these days. During the second quarter of 2019, the demand for apartments increased by 11% from a year ago, which resulted in a 3% increase for the national average rent. Business Insider reports that the average rent in Seattle for a one-bedroom apartment is $2,049. If $2,000 for a one-bedroom sounds expensive, that’s because it is. While Seattle apartments do cost less than those in Los Angeles (average rent $2,362) or San Francisco (average rent $3,600—yikes), they still rank among the most expensive rentals in the country. Sorting through all of the information and making the best decision for your individual housing needs can make your head spin. Reach out to Pickett Street’s experts to talk through your living situation and your buying or selling options. Additionally, we’ve laid out a few clear facts below to help you get organized. To rent or to buy: Renting pros: You’ll pay less up front. And one perk about living in this area: a security deposit in Seattle cannot cost more than one month’s rent. You don’t have to worry about home maintenance. Seattle’s current apartment boom means that there are plenty of apartments available. Renting cons: It’s not a…Read more
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Summer 2019 Gardening Trends
July 15, 2019 /Doesn’t reading a good thriller in a hammock or enjoying corn salad while sipping one of these cool local drinks on the patio sound amazing? I recently visited my parents in Gig Harbor and delighted in my stepdad’s gorgeous garden in full bloom, with its shady paths and sprawling flowers and herbs. Since then, I’ve had outdoor living spaces on my mind. If you, too, are curious about cultivating outdoor spaces, here are a few summer gardening trends for 2019. 1. Native, ecologically-friendly gardens The University of Washington Press recently released the third edition of Arthur R. Kruckeberg and Linda Chalker-Scott’s Gardening with Native Plants of the Northwest. The book acts as a guide to the Pacific Northwest’s lush landscapes and native flora; readers will find information about nearly 1,000 trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and grasses. According to the Seattle Times book review, “Regardless of where you stand on the native/non-native continuum, I think we all can agree that cultivating resilient biodiverse landscapes that support pollinators, wildlife and human habitat is a good thing.” Country Living UK agrees that planting gardens that thrive in your area’s climate conditions is key. Designer Sue Townsend advises people “to plant the right plants…Read more
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Brookwood Ground Floor Condo
July 11, 2019 /Located in the quiet heart of the Brookwood community, this ground floor condo is ready for new owners. Step in on laminate floors that spill throughout the main level. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances, and dining room opens to living room with wood fireplace. Sliding door opens to a private patio, buffered by a natural greenbelt. 2 bedrooms, including the master with walk-in closet. All this + in-unit laundry, community clubhouse, fitness center, and outdoor swimming pool! FHA approved! Call Jesse Moore at 425.502.5397 for more information. To download the property flyer as a PDF, click on the link: Brookwood Ground Floor CondoRead more
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Investing in Vacant Land
July 8, 2019 /A few months ago, I chatted with a friend about whether she ever planned to move on from renting to buying her own home. “What I really want,” she confessed, “is to buy some land outside of the city and build a treehouse on it.” (If you’re curious about what the heck a treehouse residence is, check out these stunning examples from around the world.) Luckily for my friend and for many others who think out of the box, investing in real estate can take many different forms. If purchasing a standard previously constructed house is not for you, consider purchasing a duplex, a condo, a residential or commercial building, a farm, or even vacant land. First, as always, call or email Pickett Street at to talk about your real estate options. The team can walk you through all the options. Then, take a look at the list below of pros and cons for purchasing vacant land. Pros: 1. Owning vacant land as a long-term investment can be more affordable than owning a home. Property taxes and fees are often lower for vacant land than for developed land. Purchasing vacant land is also cheaper up front. Most vacant lots in…Read more
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Community Highlights: Watershed Pub & Kitchen
July 3, 2019 /Pickett Street Properties is dedicated to serving the community and is highlighting businesses and community members that are dedicated to doing the same. In this highlight we are excited to share about the Watershed Pub & Kitchen in Northgate, WA. Here is their story: Owner Ben Curran spent over a decade at the Fiddler's Inn in Wedgwood as a bartender, cook and manager, where he developed a passion for craft beer and community while working for Bob Brenlin, who remains a great friend and mentor to Ben and the Watershed Pub family. When Ben and his now wife and Co-Owner Kelsey were starting to talk about marriage they also started talking more seriously about the idea of opening a pub. After one of Ben's regulars at the Fiddler's Inn urged him toward Thornton Place as a potential location, followed by many months of planning and negotiations along with Ben's parents Liz and Craig, the dream solidified and Watershed Pub & Kitchen became a reality. The Watershed Pub & Kitchen is a family owned, community founded neighborhood pub centered abound craft beer, cider, wine and spirits, wholesome, scratch-made comfort food and genuine hospitality and community. We opened Watershed Pub & Kitchen to…Read more
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Daylight Rambler with Views
July 3, 2019 /Located near the Cedarcrest Golf Course, this steel-framed rambler has an enormous unfinished basement and sweeping territorial & mountain views. Great room floorplan is anchored by a peninsula gas fireplace, with living room on one side and family room on the opposite. 3 bedrooms, including master suite with 5-piece master bath, walk-in closet and private balcony. Slider from family room opens to deck where you can sit and enjoy the setting sun. Downstairs is a large, insulated, unfinished basement ready for your plans. Styrofoam insulated concrete forms make it easy to either double your living space or create the space you only dreamt of before. Wood shop? Rec room? All-year indoor play area? Possibilities abound. Call Jesse Moore at 425.502.5397 for more information.Read more
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Kirkland Ground Floor Condo
July 3, 2019 /Ground floor end-unit condo located in the Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland. Enter on high-end laminate floors that take you past the dining room and into the living room with wood fireplace, bay window and crown molding. Kitchen has granite slab countertops with stainless steel appliances, pantry and ceramic tile floors. New carpet in the two bedrooms, with easy access to adjoining full bathroom. All this plus two parking spaces (one covered), a storage room off the back patio, and access to outdoor swimming pool. Call Jesse Moore at 425.502.5397 for more information.Read more
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How to Celebrate a Puget Sound Fourth of July
June 28, 2019 /What are your plans for the Fourth next week? As most Washingtonians know, summer in the Puget Sound is at its best starting right about now. The weather is mostly sunny but not too hot, summer produce is bursting off the vines, restaurants and bars open their patios, and new outdoor events pop up every week. If you’re undecided about how to celebrate the Fourth, here’s a list of Seattle area events. For live music and spectacular fireworks over Lake Union, check out the Seafair Summer Fourth at Gasworks Park. To take part in a welcome ceremony for new U.S. citizens, check out the Seattle Center’s Naturalization Ceremony. I have fond memories of spending the Fourth on the beach in Gig Harbor. My brothers and I used to stuff ourselves with blueberries and chips and soda and flirt with hypothermia as we swam in the freezing water. The Pickett Street team agrees that no matter where you hang out for the holiday, make sure you’re with the people you love. Get in touch with Pickett Street at (425) 502-5397 or info@pickettstreet.com. Read on for the team's Fourth of July memories. Margaret Smith, Director of Operations “My favorite memory was on…Read more
