Ariel Sanchez - Compass

Inventory is climbing across King and Snohomish County.

But here's what many people are missing:

Well-priced single-family homes are still selling relatively quickly.

We're moving away from the "list it and buyers will come" market and into a market where pricing, preparation, and strategy matter more than ever.

In this month's market update, I break down:
✔️ Current inventory levels
✔️ Home price trends
✔️ Days on market
✔️ What today's market means for buyers and sellers

If you're thinking about making a move this year, understanding what's happening beneath the headlines can make all the difference.

Ariel Sánchez | COMPASS

Just Closed | Everett, WA

This transaction took two years in the making.

From the start, these first-time homebuyers hopped into a completely different market, fighting against multiple offers, market shifts, lack of inventory options. They went through it all.

In the end, we managed to find the right home and even beat out another similar offer. Persistence always wins!

Congratulations!

New to Market in Queen Anne, Seattle!

Located inside a 1930s Art Deco building on a quiet Queen Anne cul-de-sac, this condo blends timeless details with everyday functionality — hardwood floors, carved woodwork, French doors, and peek-a-boo city/water views included.

✔️ Flexible layout with bonus room potential
✔️ Pet-friendly community
✔️ Close to South Lake Union, Amazon & Lower Queen Anne
✔️ Historic charm that’s becoming harder to find in Seattle

This one feels less like a typical condo… and more like a piece of Seattle history.

Ariel Sánchez | COMPASS

The Seattle-area housing market continues to shift — and a lot of buyers and sellers are trying to figure out what happens next.

In this month’s newsletter, I break down:
✔️ Current market trends
✔️ Inventory changes
✔️ Buyer activity
✔️ Mortgage rate movement
✔️ What it all actually means for the Greater Seattle market

If you’ve been thinking about making a move this year, this is worth a quick read.

— Ariel Sanchez | COMPASS

New to Market in Seattle (Pinehurst)

This is the kind of home that just flows right.

✔️ 3 bed | 3 bath
✔️ Open-concept main level with great natural light
✔️ Modern kitchen with quartz countertops + stainless appliances
✔️ Lower-level & top-level en-suite bedrooms — ideal for guests + own primary
✔️ Private garage + thoughtful layout throughout

Tucked in a convenient Seattle location with easy access to both the city and the Eastside — it’s a strong fit for anyone looking for something modern, low-maintenance, and well-positioned.

Homes like this don’t try too hard — they just make sense when you walk through them.