Seattle Real Estate Sells Fast

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Marisa

Premier Communities is thankful to be selling homes near Seattle. Why? In a Zillow.com report about the cities where homes sell the fastest, Seattle real estate ranked second! Others on the list were San Francisco, Boston and Alexandria, Va.

“Although the U.S. housing market continues to struggle, many local markets are doing significantly better than the country as a whole, with some places virtually missing the housing bust altogether,” states a CNBC article, “While shifts in home values are important in any market, it’s important for sellers to determine the length of time a property can expect to be on the market before it will be sold.”

Homes that sell fast attract perspective buyers and allow sellers to accept favorable offers. Seattle’s median time to sell between April and July, 2011 was 73 days. Since the national median was 117 days, and even 168 days in New York, that’s fast!

If you want to invest in great Seattle real estate, visit our Premier homes in the Tacoma, Olympia and Everett areas.

Northlake in Auburn has three move-in ready homes with exceptional floor plans.

Northlake in Auburn is located just 10 minutes from all of the amenities and lifestyle of Lake Tapps. The community only has three move-in ready homes at this time. One home features The Ashbury floor plan with 1,730 square feet of space and priced from $248,950. This three bedroom and two-and-a-half bath home has a spacious kitchen with raised bar, open dining and living rooms and a convenient powder bath. Its exceptional floor plan is perfect for entertaining! Plus, Northlake is just a quick drive or train ride to Seattle. Continue reading →

Oktoberfest Comes to Tacoma New Homes

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Marisa

Forget about traveling hours away to Leavenworth, Oktoberfest comes to Tacoma new homes this year! Presented by the Triangle Business District, Amocat Café and The Mix, Oktoberfest Tacoma will be held at the Theater District’s historic Opera Alley 7th and Court ‘C’ on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 2 to 10 p.m.

Scared of old men wearing lederhosen? Well, this Oktoberfest has a twist—the emphasis is on fun not tradition. This means no old men wearing lederhosen, not a lot of “oompah” music and no girls with hula-hoops.

Instead, at Oktoberfest Tacoma, you can expect lots of rare and local beer and cider, handmade pretzels, pie eating contests and chainsaw pumpkin carving. Be sure to Continue reading →

Olympia Homes Have Some of the Smartest Minds in the Country

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Marisa

Students living in Premier homes attend some of the best schools!

Olympia homes are amongst the top schools and districts in the country. In fact, Washington students lead the nation in SAT scores—again! According to a press release from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, the ranking is based on students taking the SAT who were 12th graders in the class of 2011. Washington students’ average combined score in reading, math and writing was 520, higher than all states in which at least 30 percent of its students tested.

“Results like these show our education system is working,” said Randy Dorn, our State Superintendent. “Our teachers and students are doing a tremendous job.” Continue reading →

New Starts on Homes for Sale in Puget Sound

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Marisa

Building Permits are Back

Whew! After what may have seemed like forever, the long awaited BUILDING PERMITS are back! Have you been perusing thru the many Premier communities with homes for sale in Puget Sound trying to decide which neighborhood would be perfect for you, or are you already a Premier purchaser patiently waiting? Well, get ready to see a lot more action out there on-site. Premier is cooking with gas now, or should I say dirt? Continue reading →

Buy Pierce Homes with Zero Down

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Marisa

Low on cash but interested in Pierce homes? No problem! Premier Communities has four fabulous move-in ready homes in Pierce County that qualify for the USDA Loan Program. This loan allows homebuyers to purchase a home with zero down. Do not miss your chance to take advantage of this great opportunity!

The Redwood in Copperfield has spacious rooms and is fully landscaped.

The Redwood home in Copperfield in Bonney Lake was just completed on Homesite #70 and has 1,653 square feet of space with three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. The home is priced at $219,950 with a $5,000 bonus. People love the size of the master suite as well as the walk in closets in every bedroom! Home is fully landscaped, fenced, and features handscraped hardwood floors and a decorative full height backsplash in the kitchen. Copperfield is a quiet community near Lake Tapps, well known for its fishing, swimming and boating opportunities, and is just minutes from local shopping such as Target, Marshalls, Albertson’s and more. Continue reading →

Enhancing Design to Homes for Sale in Puget Sound

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Marisa

The living space gives an "urban craftsman" feel.

To help our buyers visualize living in our new homes for sale in Puget Sound, we hired popular interior designer, Martina Clymer of Seattle’s Design Stage to stage our Copperfield model homes in Bonney Lake. Creating a welcoming “urban craftsman” feel from the exterior and all the way through the home, the design shows potential buyers how great our homes can look when filled with beautiful furnishings and accessories. Continue reading →

If You Live in One of Our Puyallup Homes, Do the Puyallup Fair

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Marisa

Do you live in one of our Puyallup homes or nearby communities? Then, you will want to “do the Puyallup Fair”! Sitting on more than 170 acres, the Fair is ranked one of the top ten largest fairs in the world. This year, the Puyallup Fair will be held September 9-25. So, mark your calendar now because you will not want to miss it!

The Puyallup Fair features a wide array of fun activities. During the first weekend of the Fair, you can even experience a rodeo. This rodeo is the biggest in the Northwest and is sure to be exciting! Plus, there are going to be some great concerts including Selena Gomez and The Scene, Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith, Miranda Lambert and Counting Crows. If you miss the rodeo and concerts, regular activities include the giant pumpkin weigh-in, sheep riding for the little ones, farm animals, art and cultural exhibits, face painting, fishing, clowns, games, delicious fair food and, of course, tons of rides!

The Puyallup Fair is perfect for anyone, especially residents of Puyallup’s Navarro Estates and La Vista at Lipoma Firs.

Navarro Estates' Redwood floor plan features open spaces and large rooms.

Navarro Estates has just opened up and released the first four homes for sale. Located just a short drive from all of the shopping and services of Puyallup’s South Hill Community, Navarro Estates offers prices that are unmatched. Why pay more? Homes range from just the $200,000s and have 1,653 to 1,845 square feet of space with payments starting at just $1300/month. The Redwood floor plan features open spaces with a large master bedroom that includes a private bath, walk-in closet and dual sinks. The Dansforth floor plan boasts spacious formal and entertaining rooms. All homes include gourmet kitchens that are perfect for cooking and entertaining. Continue reading →

Puget Sound Homes in City of Destiny Becoming Nation’s Hottest Place to Live

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Marisa

If you are looking for homes for sale in Puget Sound, be sure to check out Washington’s third largest city Tacoma, or the heart of South Puget Sound. Known as the “City of Destiny,” Tacoma offers residents tons of economic, educational and recreational opportunities. No wonder that, according to an article in Builder Magazine, Tacoma will become the nation’s hottest residential area over the next two years!

Do not miss your chance to live in Tacoma. Visit two of our 10 Tacoma area communities, Stonebrook in Fife and Berkshire in Spanaway, today!

Stonebrook's townhomes have tons of space and are located in a beautiful area.

Stonebrook is a cozy, gated neighborhood of 72 townhome residences centrally located in Fife. The community offers two and three bedroom homes with oversized one or two car garages. Growing families will love the extra space for toys and personal items and the spacious kitchen ready to be filled with gadgets and guests. Downsizing homebuyers will appreciate the roomy pantry, impressive formal areas and large closets. Residents can enjoy a beautiful community park and have a carefree lifestyle. Plus, major freeways lead to downtown Tacoma in a snap! Hurry in, only six homesites remain. Continue reading →

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