January 21, 2019

Diva Dweller Profile: Jackie and Mike

Jackie and Mike have dubbed their 10-acre homestead in Monroe Ponderosa. They were able to work up to owning this property by investing wisely over the years, but the impetus to move out there came from something really scary. Jackie was diagnosed with and breast cancer. The reevaluation that followed made her and Mike wonder, “What are we doing here?” Making the Move to Monroe They were living in Fremont, a neighborhood they had loved for many years. But when the bustle and noise of nightlife was no longer attractive to them, they envisioned a home with acreage and space to make magic happen in their own crazy fun way. We first met these fab folks when we sold them a cute basic rental home in Haller Lake. We were able to help make their Monroe magic dreams come true after selling both their Fremont home and the rental for… Read More »

January 21, 2019

Diva Dweller Profile: Hollie and Dave

We have know Hollie and Dave for over almost 7 years and in that time they have long since stopped being clients and have become friends. We have helped them buy and sell seven homes from Leschi to Queen Anne and from Seattle to Ellensburg. And this last one may just be their “forever” view home in West Seattle. They have honed their instincts over time, which means there has not been one bad investment in this mix. Finding Their “Forever” Home When Hollie first saw the photos of their current home on Redfin, they weren’t exactly attention-grabbing. But being the detail oriented gal she is, something in the marketing remarks made her stop and take notice. And once she did, my phone started ringing. All she had to say was “I think this is the one” and Chavi and I were in the car. Hollie and Dave had been… Read More »

October 17, 2018

Five Reasons We Love the Plaza Del Sol Condo on Capitol Hill Seattle

Surprisingly there has not been a lot of new construction of condos on Capitol Hill. Finding a condo on Capitol Hill Seattle typically has been tough. Out of the blue, we suddenly have a ton of choices. Yes, there are a lot of condos on the market suddenly in Seattle’s core neighborhoods including Capitol Hill. But which condo on Capitol Hill, Seattle is a good condo? How does a savvy Diva Dweller condo buyer choose between the many options? Our philosophy is to buy the best home you can afford in the best location. At the Plaza Del Sol not only are you a block from the light rail station but the building itself is something to behold. The Style, Layout, Views, Location, and the Health of the Building Community.   The Plaza Del Sol condo on Capitol Hill, Seattle is a true jewel in the area. Let’s dive in specifically to… Read More »

September 12, 2018

Last Chances and First Looks: Cultural Events on Capitol Hill This Weekend

With new gallery shows and exhibitions, there is a lot of visual art to see in Capitol Hill this weekend. Those are just some of the highlights, though. Check out these unique opportunities to shop, watch, and have a mystical start to your fall. The Swimmer at Northwest Film Forum Over the last month, Northwest Film Forum has presented a film series, 1968: Expressions of a Flame. Programmed by Austin McCann, the featured films have examined various aspects of resistance, activism, revolutionary movements, and the culture fifty years ago. It concludes with the 1968 film adaptation of John Cheever’s short story The Swimmer. Starring Burt Lancaster as the eponymous swimmer, the story compresses time to show one man’s decline through alcoholism—an afternoon that actually spans years. It was a prescient film for America, too, as the country’s reputation entered decline with Vietnam. Read more. Belfry Pop-Up at Creatura House Last… Read More »

September 11, 2018

Sunny Days, Cool Nights: Some of Our Faves in The Central District

There is so much to love about Seattle’s Central District: great food, important history, fun shops. Here’s an itinerary for a full day or a little outing to one of Seattle’s most beloved neighborhoods. Morning Jaunt Some of us like a light breakfast (or a fast one) to start the day. Others need something hardy to get started. Take in some fresh air first, and then get some fresh doughnuts at Raised Doughnuts. If that is too much of a sugar rush, stop by Fat’s Chicken & Waffles (a fav spot for the Diva Posse) instead for a hearty soul food brunch. You can never go wrong with fried chicken and waffles. Midmorning Reverie As the sun streams over the hills to the east, it’s a nice time to find a little inner peace. The carefully edited book selection at Unity on Union offers many guides to meditation and personal magic. If… Read More »

May 10, 2018

Just Listed Just Sold – Stylish Ballard Home

We Just Listed and Just Sold this Stylish Ballard Home on Dibble Ave NW.  This home shows how our sellers are killing it in this market when they have #DivaDifference on their side. We sold this home in 6 days for $215,000 over asking! How did we do it?  By advising our clients to fix what’s broken and make it beautiful we are able to market the heck out of the home and “voilà” – magic. Without a doubt, our sellers, Kellie & Jonathan, had done an amazing job designing and remodeling this home. And it is clear the details of this remodel made many buyers’ hearts go pitter patter. Before listing the home we Divas stepped in to make sure every minor detail was completed inside and out. Then we had this home staged to perfection by the team at Open House Staging. They loved the remodel so much they even… Read More »

February 1, 2018

Take a Bite Out of Browns Point

Established Yard Space with Room to Grow – Literally Pulling up to our Browns Point home you see right away how cultivated and well-maintained the yard. As well as how it will benefit you come spring and summer. Hedges that now still provide some privacy from the road but will soon be a wall of green. The ample front yard space that has more plantings than grass. Less work in the front to deal with plus all the roses and other flowering plants. A sea of color erupts around this home each year, you can just see from everything waiting for the warmer weather to come. The backyard is where your mind can run wild. Featuring fruiting trees and berry plantings plus oodles of space to grow your own veggies at home. Not to mention the shed and greenhouse. Entertain with an epic croquet or badminton party, bbq or just enjoy… Read More »

November 1, 2017

The Betsy Ross – It is All About the Details

The Betsy Ross is a majestic building on 17th Ave tucked between Capitol Hill and the Central District. Rarely, does anything come on the market in the building. And to top it off our sellers have some of the most sophisticated design sense that has transformed this modest condo into a posh European style home. Let’s Discover Why Living at the Betsy Ross is Transformative It is all about the details. All of the little nooks, crannies, built-ins, and coves that make this home one of the most sophisticated finds of the year. The Kitchen This small but mighty amazing kitchen has been updated within keeping with the original character. The part that makes our heart glow is the perfect little kitchen eating nook overlooking the private patio. Not to mention the transformed ironing board hiding spot – now the keeper of fabulous stemware and Moscow Mule mugs. Imagine how wonderful your… Read More »

October 4, 2017

Get Out and Explore the Central District

Hidden Secrets of Seattle’s Central District A post shared by Central Cinema (@centralcinema) on May 1, 2017 at 4:43pm PDT After a few rough years, one of the Central District’s most renown places, Jackson’s Catfish Corner, made a triumphant return to the neighborhood last year. If you love fried fishy goodness – then this place is a must. Catfish Corner was well established when I moved to Seattle in 1988 and seeing it close felt like a huge loss. Now that it is back again let’s hope they stick around for another 30 years. Another killer neighborhood spot is Central Cinema, one of the few places in the city, other than your own living room, where you can watch a movie while enjoying snacks and a cocktail. This quirky movie house offers a dazzling array of films from Dial M for Murder to Shawn of the Dead. Whether it’s Indie,… Read More »

September 20, 2017

Get Outside and Explore Lakeridge

Get to Know Downtown Renton Take some time to Explore Lakeridge and surely you will find some amazing hidden features to fall in love with. Although you are almost as far south as you can be and still be (technically) in the Seattle area. It is seriously less than 30 minutes to downtown Seattle. But if that seems to far to drive on a rainy evening then why not hop over to Renton? It’s only minutes away! The Landing has loads to offer  – shopping, dining, entertainment. Heck – there is even a  Top Pot Doughnuts. No need to go to Capitol Hill for this famous Seattle treat. It’s almost like going to University Village, just bigger. And in Renton. For a more local feel and community-centric shopping check out Downtown Renton. This thriving urban center with a touch of history has tons of cool spots to visit. You’ll find boutique shops,… Read More »