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 […]