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Hello October!
Fall in Seattle has a way of making neighborhoods feel especially alive—and apparently, some take Halloween very seriously. This year, clients who bought in one of those neighborhoods were quickly informed by their new neighbors that Halloween preparation starts about 6 months out. Consider them warned.
Don’t let 7%+ mortgage rates spook you. They’re keeping some buyers on the sidelines, which is exactly why this fall is creating opportunity for those who are ready to move. More inventory, less competition and greater negotiating power are giving buyers something we haven’t seen much of in recent years: choice, time and leverage. In this month’s blog, I take a closer look at why now may actually be a very good time to buy—and why the right home is still worth moving quickly on.
Elsewhere this month, we’re sharing a little architecture and design inspiration, including a Paul Hayden Kirk in Bellevue and a beautifully preserved midcentury home that reminds us sometimes the smartest update is knowing what not to change.
Happy fall - and happy Halloween!
–Matt
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DESIGN, MARKET + A LITTLE PERSPECTIVE.
This month, we’re looking at a beautifully compact cabin on Blakely Island, alongside a very different kind of story: why Seattle’s shifting fall market may be creating an unusually interesting moment for buyers. Two perspectives on making thoughtful choices—about how we live, and when we make a move. |
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PAUL HAYDEN KIRK, BELLEVUE
Expansive windows, expressive roof structure and a strong connection to the outdoors make this Bellevue home instantly recognizable as the work of Paul Hayden Kirk—and a reminder of why his Pacific Northwest modernism still feels so relevant today.
Explore the House →
WHEN NOT UPDATING IS THE UPDATE
Fred Hollingsworth’s 1952 Mahogany House in North Vancouver offers a lesson in thoughtful preservation: keeping the original wood, proportions and indoor-outdoor connections intact—and reminding us that great midcentury design can still work beautifully for the way we live today.
Read the Article → |
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Modern Living, Seattle Style.
Homes that celebrate the way we live in Seattle.
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| | | | 2 BD 2 BA 1729 SF
Recently Reduced to $1,275,000 |
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| Effortless lock-and-leave living meets timeless design in this beautifully curated downtown residence. Protected Elliott Bay views, refined interiors, and an unbeatable Pike Place Market location make it equally suited for entertaining, everyday living, or your next adventure. |
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| | | | 1 BD 1 BA 814 SF
Recently Reduced to $780,000 |
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| Perched on the 25th floor of The Spire, this beautifully designed residence captures spectacular sunsets and sweeping views to the Sound and Olympics. Thoughtfully finished throughout and complemented by resort-caliber amenities, it's an exceptional opportunity to experience modern living in the heart of Seattle. |
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The Seattle Seahawks Home Games this Month |
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| | The Seahawks are playing at home three times this October, and every single one is going to be electric. There’s nothing quite like football season, but coming off a Super Bowl victory makes this year hit especially different. Go Hawks! |
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A Fall Activity Guide
There’s a chill in the air and a whole new season to celebrate with Oktoberfests, cultural celebrations, classic harvest and pumpkin festivals, apple-themed weekends and other one-of-a-kind fall events around Seattle. Autumn in the Seattle area brings a packed calendar of festivals celebrating just about everything we love about the season. Here is a list of family-friendly festivals and fairs featuring time on the farm, delicious food, art, live dance and music performances, plenty of kid-centered activities, and much more, including many that are free to attend. |
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Pumpkin Patches in or Near Seattle |
| Month of October
Visiting a pumpkin patch around Seattle is a classic family outing for fall.
Instead of grabbing a pumpkin at the supermarket, you get to wander the fields, pick the perfect one, and kick off your Halloween fun with a day outdoors. |
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Great Pumpkin
Beer Festival
October 3 | 4 - 10 PM
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| Beyond the beers, this year’s GPBF offers a costume contest, music, plenty of food options, a pumpkin pie-eating contest, and so much more.
1221 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122, taking over part of 13th Ave and Pike St! |
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BOO Seattle
October 30-31 |
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3 massive themed stages across 2 nights with 50+ DJs, performers, and endless frights and surprises behind every door! This weekend long event is 18+. |
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Compass is a licensed real estate broker. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. |
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