The housing market has cooled significantly in the past six months in response to increased mortgage interest rates.  The slowdown in the equestrian home market has been tempered to some extent by an influx of buyers from California, where water shortages and wildfires are making equestrian life increasingly difficult. Third Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update […]

The median sale price for an equestrian home in King County is significantly higher now than it was just 12 months ago, but price gains in Pierce, Kitsap and Thurston counties have been more modest. Second Quarter Equestrian HomeMarket Update With mortgage interest rates hovering around 6%, potential home buyers aren’t as eager to purchase […]

Median equestrian home prices in King, Kitsap and Thurston counties were significantly higher in the first quarter of 2022 than they were in the first quarter of 2021. First Quarter Equestrian HomeMarket Update We assumed that rising mortgage interest rates would diminish buyer demand for equestrian homes in the Puget Sound region, leading to a […]

This secluded custom-built equestrian home is nicely sited on nearly three acres of land.  Features include an updated eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances, a spacious primary suite, a family room, two fireplaces and a detached two car garage with shop area and guest apartment.  Horse facilities include a two stall show barn, heated tack room, […]

  Equestrian home prices were up in all counties in the fourth quarter of 2021 but not as much as the gains we’ve seen with more traditional housing stock.   Fourth Quarter Equestrian HomeMarket Update We saw double digit year over year price gains for equestrian properties in King and Thurston counties in the fourth […]

  We’ve noticed a definite shift in the local housing market since early July of this year.  Showing activity has dropped off, and bidding wars are less common.   Third Quarter Equestrian HomeMarket Update While it remains a seller’s market and home prices continue to rise, the intensity of the housing market has cooled.  New […]

Equestrian home prices are up significantly in all counties, but it does feel like the housing market is starting to cool off. Second Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update We’ve noticed a slowdown in the local housing market in the past few weeks.  Showing activity and pending sales are down, and we’re starting to see some […]

Western Washington horse properties have been selling at a rapid pace in spite of – or likely in response to – the pandemic.  Prices are on the rise in all counties. Demand for Horse Properties The median sale price for an equestrian property in the Puget Sound region jumped by about 30% during the past […]

This secluded equestrian property includes a charming two bed, one bath bungalow and a separate one bed, one bath guest apartment.  Horse facilities include a 48′ x 50′ barn/shop, three smaller barns with a total of nine horse stalls, a 60′ round pen, an  80′ x 140′ arena and seven pastures. Secluded Equestrian Property on […]

  The pace of the equestrian home market has accelerated during the pandemic, driven in large part by a desire for more space.   First Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update Horse properties are selling quickly, and prices are on the rise in all counties.  Despite the frenzied pace of the real estate market, it’s important […]

  Equestrian home values have increased significantly throughout the Puget Sound region this year, due in large part to strong buyer demand, historically low interest rates and unbelievably low inventory levels.   Fourth Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update Median home prices are up in King County but up even more in Pierce, Kitsap and Thurston […]

  The housing market seems to be one of the few bright spots in an otherwise bleak national economic picture.   Third Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update 112 equestrian properties were sold in Pierce, King, Kitsap and Thurston counties in the third quarter of 2020 – a modest 5% increase in sales activity when compared […]

This impressive 15 acre equestrian property features hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, a gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances, a stone fireplace and glass doors to a covered view deck. Horse facilities include a newer fully insulated 36’ x 36’ show barn with a 12’ concrete aisle-way, three 12’ x 12’ rubber matted stalls, […]

  COVID-19 has had an undeniable impact on the local housing market and home buyer preferences.   Second Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update Equestrian home sales activity in the Puget Sound region was about 15% lower this spring than it was in the second quarter of 2019, largely due to COVID-19.  Despite the market slowdown, […]

This custom-built single story Contemporary is beautifully sited on a private five acre parcel just five miles from the heart of downtown Redmond. The covered front entry leads to a dramatic step down living room with a gas fireplace, vaulted beamed ceilings, clerestory windows and engineered hardwood floors. Custom Built Contemporary with Equestrian Facilities in […]

53 equestrian properties were sold in the first quarter of 2020 in Pierce, King, Kitsap and Thurston counties – a dramatic 29% increase in overall sales activity when compared to the first quarter of 2019. First Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update The median sale price for equestrian properties in the Puget Sound region continues to […]

This well-designed equestrian estate is sited on nearly five dry acres in Olympia. Features include an updated gourmet kitchen, great room, master suite, five stall show barn, indoor arena and direct access to riding trails. Impressive Equestrian Estate In Desirable Foxhall Community 5027 Foxhall Drive NE, Olympia, WA | 3 bedrooms | 2½ baths | […]

As a real estate broker who also happens to be an equestrian (and past board president of the Washington State Quarter Horse Association), I have a lot of experience working with clients who are buying or selling horse properties. There are all sorts of things to consider when evaluating a horse property for purchase – […]

77 equestrian properties were sold in the fourth quarter of 2019 in Pierce, King, Kitsap and Thurston counties – a 13% DECREASE in sales activity compared to the fourth quarter of 2018.  Though total sales volume is down, new equestrian listings are still selling relatively quickly. Fourth Quarter Equestrian Home Market Update King County’s equestrian […]

It’s a great time to be selling a horse property in the Puget Sound region. Median sale prices for equestrian properties in King, Pierce, Kitsap and Thurston counties are higher now than they were last year, homes are selling quickly and inventory levels are low. As always though, realistic pricing remains critical. Third Quarter Equestrian […]

Horses are a big part of my life. They have been since I was a kid growing up in Kansas City. I started showing in all breed walk-trot classes with paint horses that belonged to my aunt and uncle. WSQHA Supports College-Bound Equestrians The first horse that I bought all by myself (with money I […]