Sailing tour of Budd Inlet in Olympia WA

On this cloudy July Sunday, we chartered a sailboat to tour Budd Inlet of Olympia, Washington. Even though it was overcast, it wasn’t too cold and the water was as smooth as glass. We saw lots of harbor seals, seagulls, the Boston Harbor lighthouse, and all the waterfront homes lining the east and west coastlines …

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June 2022 Real Estate Market Update for Olympia WA

The words “typical” and “real estate market” haven’t been used in the same sentence these past two years as the market has been anything but typical (a pandemic, extremely low inventory rates, high buyer demand, and now add inflation and higher interest rates). Typical days may be ahead, but “typical” doesn’t mean a market crash. …

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Weird Olympia – Part II – Time Portal

This post is an addendum to my previous Weird Things About Olympia (check it out here: https://www.intunerealestate.com/weird-things-about-olympia/) but this is truly strange. On a specific section of Rainier Road in Southeast Olympia, just south of Spurgeon Creek Road, the time jumps ahead one hour. I have been driving on this road for years, and this …

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May 2022 Real Estate Update | Olympia WA

What is happening in the real estate market? The first half of 2022 in the Thurston County real estate market broke impressive records but the question on everyone’s mind is what is in store for the second half of the year? As inflation and rising interest rates are at the top of buyers’ minds, sellers …

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4720 Durham St SE | Lacey WA | Home for Sale | Walk-thru Tour

This charming home in the Kensington neighborhood is the perfect blend of low maintenance and spacious elegance! For all the details, visit www.FrancineViola.com/1945461 and be sure to check out the walk-thru and drone video at the end of this post. Features: 3 bedrooms 2.25 baths (1 full bath, a 3/4 bath and a 1/2 bath …

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The Septic Inspection | Olympia WA

Here’s the video of a septic inspection I attended recently. The technician, Marcello from Goebel Septic Tank Service was kind enough to explain how the system works. Be sure to check it out! Many homes in the Olympia area will have a septic system. If you’re not used to this or familiar with it, it’s …

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April 2022 Real Estate Market Update Olympia WA

What is going on with the real estate market? Is it slowing down? Speeding up? Crashing? Here are the latest numbers and what to expect if you are buying or selling in the Olympia market. Here are the quick stats on the market: April’s median home prices are up 20.4% from last April to $477,278. …

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Spring 2022 Home Buyer Facts | Olympia WA

Today is May 4th . May the Fourth be with you! Homebuyers in this market could use some good Jedi force when buying a home here in the Olympia area but what is stopping many homebuyers from becoming homeowners is they are getting the wrong information about the market. Today, I’d like to clear up …

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9824 Mullen Rd SE | Olympia WA | Home for Sale

Finding a home on a larger lot (0.501 acres) that is reasonably priced is a tall order in the Olympia, Washington market but this new listing may be the perfect home for you! Visit www.FrancineViola.com/1924130 for all the details. Listed for $350,000 Features The split floor plan gives privacy to all with the primary bedroom …

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March 2022 Real Estate Market Update for Olympia WA

The Olympia real estate market for March 2022 continues to deliver record equity gains for sellers while buyers continue to forge ahead amidst rising prices and rising interest rates. Where is the market heading and what is the best path forward if you are considering buying or selling in the Olympia market? Take a look …

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