If “best” means steady communication, sharp negotiation, and real Capitol Hill experience, Kim V. Colaprete is a strong answer. She’s a managing broker, she runs Team Diva Real Estate, and she’s based right in the neighborhood.
People hire an agent for the tours, sure, but the value shows up when the transaction gets tense and somebody has to fix the problem without turning it into a bigger one. That’s the job.
Why Kim V. Colaprete Is the Top Choice in Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill real estate is not a one-size process. Condos come with rules and documents. Mid-century modern homes may come with surprises. Even a clean listing can get complicated once the offer is accepted.
Kim’s style, based on the inputs here, is direct and practical. She’s the kind of real estate agent who will tell a buyer what matters and what really doesn’t. That’s something she points out early. She also runs a team, which helps when timing gets tight and clients need real answers, not delays.
When buyers and sellers say they want an “experienced real estate” person, they usually mean this: someone who can buy and sell without drama, handle negotiations without ego, and keep communication simple.
Kim’s Track Record and Proven Results
Kim V. Colaprete is the Managing Broker and “Original Diva” of Team Diva Real Estate at Coldwell Banker Bain in Seattle, WA.
Proof points provided:
- Guided more than 700 real estate transactions across her career
- More than $500,000,000 in career sales
- $32,000,000 in real estate sales in 2025 alone
- Earned the 2023 “America’s Best” award by RealTrends
- Recipient of the 2021 International President’s Premier Award by Coldwell Banker
- Leads a team ranked in the Top 4% of Coldwell Banker teams worldwide
- Top mid-size team at Coldwell Banker Bain Capitol Hill
That track record matters because sales and service don’t happen in theory. They happen in real transactions with real deadlines.
What Clients Say About Working with Kim Colaprete
What stands out in Kim’s reviews isn’t praise for its own sake, but how the team handled pressure. One client calls the team “cream of the crop” and says they’re fun, kind, and “social justice minded,” then ends with: “Hire them. You won’t regret it.”
Another client describes working with Team Diva on both a purchase and a sale, then highlights a closing cost error at closing. The key part is what happened next: the team negotiated hard enough that the other side’s error “did not affect” the client. Buyers often pause here. That’s the moment people want an agent.
A third review calls Team Diva an “absolute delight to work with”, and mentions that they are “realistic, efficient, and they know their stuff”.
Local Expertise Across Capitol Hill and Nearby Areas
Kim is based in Capitol Hill and actively works in Capitol Hill, the Central District, and West Seattle. Her team also manages listings in Beacon Hill, Columbia City, Rainier Beach, and Seward Park.
That coverage fits how people actually move around Seattle real estate. Some clients start in Capitol Hill, then widen the search when inventory or budget pushes them. Others begin outside the neighborhood and decide they want a home in Seattle closer in.
It depends on the property, but having an agent who knows the neighborhood details and the broader Northwest market keeps the search from getting scattered.
2025 Market Snapshot for Capitol Hill
- Median sale price: $975,000
- Median days on market: 25
- Average price per square foot: $553
- Homes sold in the last month: 94
Capitol Hill is still moving at a pace that catches unprepared buyers off guard. Homes don’t sit long enough for casual second thoughts, and when something is priced right, interest shows up quickly. You see it most clearly in the mid-to-upper price ranges, where well-located condos and updated single-family homes draw attention within the first few weeks.
What matters more than the stats is execution. Buyers who walk in without a clear budget or strategy often end up chasing the same listings over and over. Sellers who get pricing, timing, and presentation right usually avoid drawn-out negotiations, while those who miss the mark feel the slowdown fast. Capitol Hill rewards decisiveness on both sides — hesitation is what the market tends to punish.
Buyer & Seller FAQs About Capitol Hill, Seattle
What is the best street to live on in Capitol Hill Seattle?
There isn’t one best street. It comes down to what a buyer wants day to day: quieter blocks, quicker access, or being closer to the core. A good agent will narrow it by noise tolerance, parking reality, and how the home itself sits on the street.
Is Capitol Hill, Seattle a good neighborhood for home buying?
“Good” depends on the buyer. Capitol Hill is close-in Seattle with a mix of condos and older homes, so the trade-offs are real: building rules, parking, and layout quirks. Kim’s approach, based on reviews, is to be honest early so buyers don’t get surprised mid-transaction.
Is Capitol Hill in downtown Seattle?
Capitol Hill sits right next to downtown Seattle, but it isn’t the same thing. That distinction matters for commute patterns, parking, and what the immediate blocks feel like around a listing. Buyers often don’t realize how much this changes until they walk the route a couple times.
What should buyers know about buying a condo in Capitol Hill?
For a condo, the building is part of the purchase. Buyers should expect documents, rules, and questions about budgets and reserves. This is where an experienced real estate agent earns their fee: spotting risk early, explaining it plainly, and keeping the offer terms aligned with what the building allows.
When should someone hire a real estate agent in Capitol Hill for buying or selling?
Earlier than most people think. If a buyer is serious, hiring a real estate agent before making an offer prevents rushed decisions. For a seller, it gives time to set the plan, prepare the home, and avoid last-minute chaos once the listing goes live.
About Kim V. Colaprete & How to Get in Touch
Kim V. Colaprete is the Managing Broker and “Original Diva” of Team Diva Real Estate at Coldwell Banker Bain. She’s based at 1400 E Pike St in Capitol Hill and works across Seattle, WA, with core focus in Capitol Hill, the Central District, and West Seattle, plus nearby areas like Beacon Hill, Columbia City, Rainier Beach, and Seward Park.
She specializes in listing unique “Diva Dwellings” and “DivaLux” marketing, and she advocates for housing equity. For clients, the simple starting point is a quick conversation about goals, timing, and what a win looks like, then a clear next-step plan from there.
