Local Real Estate  

Washington Real Estate Guide

  
Share
 

Local Real Estate > WA Real Estate Guide • WA Real Estate Brokers

 
Real Estate Markets • Remodeling For Resale • The "Location" Factor
mount rainier washington Located in the Pacific Northwest, the State of Washington covers more than 68,000 square miles.  The Pacific coastal region's climate is rainy and temperate while the interior is dry, with hot summers and cold winters.  Natural features include Puget Sound in the northwest plus Mount Rainier and Mount Saint Helens in the Cascade Range.  Washington's capital city is Olympia; other major cities include Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma.

Olympia is located in west-central Washington at the southern end of the Puget Sound; it is a mid-sized city with a small town feel.  Several national forests and parks, including Olympic National Park and Mount Rainier National Park, provide plenty of recreational activities for the outdoor enthusiast.  The local economy is supported by state government, healthcare, and education.  Olympia has abundant local music and entertainment, but a high cost of living and a cloudy and rainy climate.

Seattle is a lively city on the eastern short of Puget Sound in west-central Washington.  It is surrounded by dramatic scenery and has a culturally rich downtown with plenty of coffee shops and local music venues.  Abundant recreation and transportation amenities are also available.  Seattle is home to the University of Washington and is a regional center for banking, consumer products, and high-tech companies.  It has one of the rainier climates in the United States and contends with a high cost of living and congestion.

Located in extreme eastern Washington, Spokane is a financial, cultural, and retail hub influencing a large area of Washington, Montana, and Idaho.  The economy is built on agriculture, commerce, and industry, and outdoor recreation opportunities are excellent.  The downtown area is attractive with arts and culture amenities, but Spokane deals with harsh winters and high levels of property crime.  At the southern end of the Puget sound in west-central Washington, Tacoma is a port city with an economy dependent on shipping, paper and lumber mills, and manufacturing industries.  Downtown revitalization has attracted museums and other cultural and entertainment amenities, as well as a high-speed fiber optic system.  Recreation opportunities are good and the cost of living is moderate for its proximity to Seattle.  Tacoma's downsides include cloudy and rainy weather, an industrial setting, and high crime rates.

On this page you will find Washington real estate listing services as well as selected realtors and real estate agencies in the State of Washington.  For your convenience, this page also provides access to Washington real estate directories and realtor resources.  A list of housing finance resources for the State of Washington can be found on this Washington Housing Finance Agencies web page.  Whether you're buying or selling a house in Washington, this wealth of information can help you get the process started.

Washington Real Estate Listings

Washington Real Estate Agencies

  • Gateway GMAC Real Estate
    This Pyallup, Washington-based real estate firm serves the Pierce County area.
    www.GatewayGMAC.com
  • John L. Scott Real Estate
    Large real estate company with offices in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
    www.JohnLScott.com
  • Coldwell Banker Hawkins-Poe
    This real estate company serves Tacoma and the surrounding Pierce County region.
    www.CBHP.com
  • Skyline Properties
    This independent real estate company serves Bellevue, Kent, and Seattle.
    www.SkylineProperties.com

Washington Real Estate Directories

Multiple Listing Services

  • Spokane Association of Realtors
    1924 N Ash
    Spokane, WA 99205
    (509) 326-9222
    Provides services and support for real estate professionals in the Spokane area.
    www.SpokaneRealtor.com
  • Tri-City Association of Realtors
    7151 W Clearwater Avenue
    Kennewick, WA 99336
    (509) 783-2184
    Provides real estate information and support services to Realtors® and other real estate professionals in the Kennewick, Richland, and Pasco areas of Washington state.
    www.TriCityRealtors.com
  • Olympic MLS
    556 Lilly Road SE, Suite D
    Olympia, WA 98501
    (360) 493-1015
    Provides a wide assortment of listings for homes, condominiums, land and income properties in Thurston County, Washington.
    www.OlympicMLS.com
  • MLS of Yakima Association of Realtors
    2707 River Road
    Yakima, WA 98902
    (509) 457-8191
    Offers information and services to real estate professionals and members of the general public. Search the MLS, find a Realtor®, and learn about the Yakima, Washington area.
    www.YARMLS.com
  • Commercial Brokers Association CBA
    11422 NE 120th Street
    Kirkland, WA 98034
    (425) 820-3348
    CBA's online multiple listing service provides commercial real estate searches for sales, leases, and business opportunities in the Pacific Northwest.
    www.CommercialMLS.com

Washington Realtor Resources

Real Estate in Adjacent States

Regional Real Estate Information

Related Washington Links
Copyright © 2006-2011 Local-Real-Estate.com.  All rights reserved.
For your convenience, certain links will open in new windows.

Washington Real Estate - Washington Realtors - Washington Homes