Wave Watching

Property Watch: A Midcentury Home with a Gigantic Fireplace

Designed by an iconic architect, this Shoreline home shows glimpses of Northwest Contemporary style, right down to its mountain of a fireplace.

02/02/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Woodland Whimsy

Property Watch: An Expansive Vashon Island Retreat

This Vashon Island property features more than six acres of relaxing spaces. And, yes, there's a tennis court.

01/26/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

$600K Showdown

Price Point: Downtown Condo vs. West Seattle Rambler

Both these homes are listed for around $600,000. Which one do you think is the better deal?

01/20/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

The Mountain Is Out

Property Watch: A Private Island at the Foot of Mount Rainier

A private island is a bonus with this waterfront property in both the town and water of Lake Tapps.

01/19/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Vintage Vibes

Property Watch: A 1920s Home with Retro-Meets-Modern Style

With a sunken living room and floor-to-ceiling windows, this house looks young for 96.

01/12/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Cute Couple

Property Watch: A Pair of Quirky and Cozy Leavenworth Cabins

This one-acre property features homes, a couple of murals, and a cornucopia of outdoor delights.

01/05/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

All Aboard

Property Watch: Live Aboard This 1938 Ferry in Tacoma

Three levels, plenty of deck space, and room for dancing make this nautical beauty a catch.

12/22/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

House Hunters

Our Top 10 Property Watches of the Year

The homes you ogled in 2021.

12/21/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd and Seattle Met Staff

Unabashedly Modern

Realtor Confessions: Heidi Ward of 360 Modern

Seattle's queen of modern homes talks powerful feelings, thoughtful design, and cozy blankets.

12/16/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Pier Pressure

Property Watch: A Pier Condo Built Around a Fireplace

This week on Fireplace Watch, we have a brick pillar hearth that includes a waterfront home.

12/15/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Globe Light Goals

Property Watch: Late-60s Design and Lake Washington Views

This Mercer Island home offers three unique fireplaces and matching midcentury cabinets throughout.

12/08/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Arches for Days

Property Watch: Mediterranean Style and Original Details in Madison Park

Come for the period style, stay for the rooftop with Lake Washington views.

12/01/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Decatur Destiny

Property Watch: A Turnkey Island Lifestyle on Decatur Island

A general store, a cafe, a vacation rental, and more. Welcome to your new life.

11/24/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

State of Real Estate

Hazy Return-to-Work Policies Mean the Suburbs Are Still Hot

People are still moving out of town. Where are they going?

11/19/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Vintage Glass and Old Brass

Property Watch: A 1904 Foursquare Home Stays True to Style

This historic home has been updated and adapted for modern life—without losing its old-house identity.

11/17/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Art House

Realtor Confessions: Pearl Nelson of Pearl Nelson Real Estate and Skyline Properties

A Seattle musician talks coffee, making space for artists, and relatable puppy problems.

11/16/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Firehouse Flip

Property Watch: A Fire Station Turned Luxury Home in Kirkland

Why yes, adaptive reuse does come in fire station red.

11/10/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Open Water

Property Watch: Peak Paul Thiry by Golden Gardens

This creative home boasts Puget Sound views from every room.

11/03/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Home Sweet Home

These 3 Buyers Survived Seattle’s Wild Real Estate Market

Here’s what it takes to close a deal.

11/02/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd Photography by Kyle Johnson

Arboretum Atmosphere

Property Watch: A Midcentury Modern Marvel by Ira Cummings

This pristine home features landscaping by architects of the Seattle Japanese Garden.

10/27/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd