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As we move deeper into the fall and early winter market, serious buyers are still out searching across South Snohomish and North King Counties. From Lynnwood and Edmonds to Bothell, Mill Creek, Shoreline, Mukilteo, and Everett, well priced and well presented homes are attracting strong attention. Here is why your home may be exactly what today’s buyers are hoping to find.
Reason One
Low inventory is giving sellers an advantage
Even with more homes hitting the market this year than the last few years, supply remains well below what we normally see. In most of our local cities, months of inventory is still tight. Buyers know they cannot wait long when a good home becomes available, and that urgency continues to benefit sellers. If your home checks the boxes on condition and location, it immediately jumps to the top of buyer wish lists.
Reason Two
Many buyers want to move before the new year
People moving for work, school changes, life transitions, or personal milestones all want to settle into their next home before the holidays or before January arrives. This time of year brings out extremely motivated buyers. These buyers tend to come prepared with financing, are flexible on timelines, and are ready to write strong offers when they find the right home.
Reason Three
Your home’s features matter even more this season
The colder and darker months make features like updated lighting, cozy interiors, remodeled kitchens, energy efficiency improvements, heat pumps, new roofs, and well maintained yards feel even more valuable. In communities like Mukilteo, Edmonds, and Shoreline where coastal weather is common, turn key homes show especially well. Buyers pay close attention to homes that feel comfortable and move in ready with no major projects needed.
Reason Four
Local affordability trends are pushing buyers to act
While mortgage rates have eased slightly from the spikes we saw earlier in the year, buyers still want to get into a home before rates adjust again. Many are also watching local price patterns closely. With South Snohomish and North King County prices holding steady and in some areas rising, buyers are choosing to purchase now rather than wait for a potentially more expensive spring market.
Wrap Up
If you are thinking about selling, this season can be a powerful window of opportunity. Serious buyers are out there every day across the communities I serve, and the right pricing and preparation strategy can help your home stand out.
If you want a personalized look at what your home could sell for right now in Lynnwood, Edmonds, Mukilteo, Mill Creek, Bothell, Shoreline, Everett, or the surrounding areas, I am happy to help.
