Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (Sept. 7, 2014) There are currently 224 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 15 New listings recorded 0 Homes came back on the market 9 Homes had list price reductions 1 Homes had list price increased 0 contingent 4 listings expired 3 listings cancelled 18 listings went pending 13 listings sold and closed  18 Bank or real estate owned properties Currently there are 56 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's the active listing breakdown this week;... 09/07/2014

Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (Sept. 1, 2014) There are currently 227 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 28 New listings recorded 2 Homes came back on the market 19 Homes had list price reductions 2 Homes had list price increased 0 contingent 2 listings expired 2 listings cancelled 23 listings went pending 22 listings sold and closed  18 Bank or real estate owned properties Currently there are 56 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's the active listing breakdown this week... 08/31/2014

Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (August 25, 2014)   There are currently 217 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 20 New listings recorded 1 Homes came back on the market 22 Homes had list price reductions 2 Homes had list price increased 1 contingent 2 listings expired 2 listings cancelled 16 listings went pending 16 listings sold and closed  18 Bank or real estate owned properties Currently there are 58 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's the active listing breakdown this ... 08/24/2014

Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (August 18, 2014)   There are currently 212 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 15 New listings recorded 3 Homes came back on the market 16 Homes had list price reductions 0 Homes had list price increased 2 contingent 0 listings expired 5 listings cancelled 36 listings went pending 16 listings sold and closed  15 Bank or real estate owned properties Currently there are 58 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's the active listing breakdown this ... 08/17/2014

Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (August 11, 2014)   There are currently 215 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 17 New listings recorded 6 Homes came back on the market 14 Homes had list price reductions 2 Homes had list price increased 1 contingent 0 listings expired 6 listings cancelled 27 listings went pending 10 listings sold and closed  17 Bank or real estate owned properties Currently there are 54 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's the active listing price breakdown... 08/10/2014

Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (August 4, 2014)   There are currently 228 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 18 New listings recorded 4 Homes came back on the market 25 Homes had list price reductions 0 Homes had list price increased 1 contingent 4 listings expired 2 listings cancelled 27 listings went pending 39 listings sold and closed  17 Bank or real estate owned properties Currently there are 56 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's the active listing price breakdown ... 08/03/2014

Thurston County Fair 2014 is in full swing between now and August 3rd, 2014.   When:  July 30 - August 3, 2014, 10 AM to 10 PM, except open until 8 PM on Sunday, August 3rd Where:  Thurston County Fair Grounds 3054 Carpenter Road SE, Lacey WA 98503 Admission:  $7 with other fees for seniors and kids Parking:  On site $5, or free parking at the bus barn on Carpenter or at Woodland Elementary School with shuttles to the fair. For more information, check out their website at http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/fair/default.asp.   I attended the opening day of the Thurston County Fair and had a blast with all the entertainment, animals, exhibits, food and rides!  There is a lot to do and see at the Thurston County Fair including concerts, performances, local artists sharing their work, food trucks... 07/31/2014

Discovering the wild side of McAllister Park, Olympia WA    While out walking in McAllister Park in Olympia WA, I discovered the Serengeti.  Dry yellowed grass surrounded this lone tree as it stretched up to the sky, hoping for a few drops of rain.                 I walked a little further to get out of the heat, and found a cool oasis in the shaded forest.  I wasn’t the only one enjoying the shade as I could hear birds and other forest animals breaking the brittle twigs as they foraged for food.                             After a bit, I continued my journey and found myself in the wide open Great Plains.   You just never know what you’ll find when walking in your neighborhood!  You might just discover a whole new world.    If you’d like to make McAllister Park your home, contact me t... 07/29/2014

Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (July 28, 2014)   There are currently 248 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 19 New listings recorded 3 Homes came back on the market 21 Homes had list price reductions 4  Homes had list price increased 15 Bank or real estate owned properties 0 listings expired 2 listings cancelled 32 listings went pending 18 listings sold and closed  Currently there are 59 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's the price breakdown this week; None noted   ~ Fo... 07/27/2014

Lacey, Washington single-family Market Watch (July 21, 2014)   There are currently 251 active listings in Lacey. In the past seven days Lacey experienced; 26 New listings recorded 3 Homes came back on the market 17 Homes had list price reductions 4  Homes had list price increased 17 Bank or real estate owned properties 0 listings expired 4 listings cancelled 29 listings went pending 17 listings sold and closed  Currently there are 59 houses that have been on the market for over 100 days...   About Lacey; ~ Lacey is a incorporated city founded in 1966. The population in 2010 census was 42,393. Lacey is a host community to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Commute times to JBLM are between 20 and 35 minutes. (Depending on traffic)   ~ What's coming up this week; None noted   ~ For further ... 07/20/2014

  Here is the Lake Saint Clair / Pattison Lake / Sunwood Lake WA real estate market update for June 2014. Why live here? Southeast Thurston County features some beautiful lake front properties and communities such as Lake St. Clair, Pattison Lake, Kelly's Corner and Sunwood Lake.  Residents in this area can also get larger parcels for horses at Evergreen Valley, new construction, and late-century homes.  Schools:  Many residents are in the North Thurston School District and Yelm School District. Search homes for sale in Lake Saint Clair, Pattison Lake, Sunwood Lake WA.       Lake Saint Clair / Pattison Lake / Sunwood Lake real estate market snapshot for the 2nd quarter 2014. Average Sales Price for Q2 2014 is $233,232.  This is down from last year at this time when the average sales pri... 07/13/2014

Here is the East Lacey WA real estate market update for June 2014.   Why live in East Lacey WA? Lacey residents take pride in their town!  The city sponsors many events throughout the year to promote a sense of community with events such as the Lacey Spring Fun Fair at Saint Martin's campus, the Lacey farmer's market in the summer, as well as the Mushroom Festival in July!  East Lacey offers easy freeway access to I-5 for commuters and those needing to get to JBLM. Schools:  Most residents in the area are in the North Thurston School District. Types of Homes:  Neighborhoods include the desirable McAllister Park, Evergreen Heights, Tanglewilde, Lake Forest, Long Lake, Madrona Park, The Meadows, Thompson Place, Union Mills and The Seasons. There is a mix of new construction and mid-centur... 07/13/2014

Here is the Lacey WA real estate market update for June 2014. Why live in Lacey? Lacey residents take pride in their town!  The city sponsors many events throughout the year to promote a sense of community with events such as the Lacey Spring Fun Fair at Saint Martin's campus, the Lacey farmer's market in the summer, as well as the Mushroom Festival in July!  Nearly 20 percent of Lacey is made up of parks and green space, giving residents lots of places to walk, relax and enjoy a bit of nature.  But green space isn't the only thing green about Lacey.  It is one of the few cities in the US to be an official EPA Green Power Community, for its commitment to green power use. Lacey is also popular with commuters who need easy access to I-5, and Lacey is approximately 30 minutes to JBLM. Scho... 07/13/2014

Here is the North Lacey / Hawks Prairie WA real estate market update for June 2014.   Why live in the North Lacey / Hawks Prairie WA area? North Lacey is a fast-developing part of the county, with lots of residential and commercial new construction, the completion of Cabela's, and other major retailers coming soon.  This area is preferred for northward I-5 commuters as one of the northern-most I-5 Exit 111 in Thurston County is easily accessed here.  North Lacey offers lots to do with several golf courses (one interspersed between Jubilee, a high-end 55+ community), Tolmie State Park, the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge and the newer Regional Athletic Complex with soccer and baseball fields.   Schools:  Most residents are in the North Thurston School District.  Types of Homes:  North... 07/12/2014

This home has sold but if you are in the market for another home in McAllister Park, contact me today!  --Francine Viola, (360) 359-0689 / francine.viola@cbolympia.com   Take a look at this McAllister Park 4-Bedroom Home for Sale in East Olympia, WA! McAllister Park is a premier neighborhood in Olympia.  Many homes are custom-built homes with views of Mt. Rainier.  McAllister Park is close to I-5, shopping, schools and other amenities but once inside the neighborhood, residents feel far away from the hustle and bustle. 2307 Kerrysdale Dr SE is a hard-to-find 4-bedroom rambler on a level lot.  Click here to see the full listing.     This home has been pre-inspected and is ready to go for the new homeowner!  One of the most exciting features of this home is the huge kitchen.  There are al... 06/24/2014

Here is the North Lacey / Hawks Prairie WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 446 on the map below). North Lacey is a fast-developing part of the county, with lots of residential and commercial new construction, the completion of Cabela's, and other major retailers coming soon.  This area is preferred for northward I-5 commuters as one of the northern-most I-5 Exit 111 in Thurston County is easily accessed here.  North Lacey offers lots to do with several golf courses (one interspersed between Jubilee, a high-end 55+ community), Tolmie State Park, the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge and the newer Regional Athletic Complex with soccer and baseball fields.   Most residents are in the North Thurston School District.  North Lacey offers lots of new construction, wat... 05/21/2014

Here is the Lacey WA real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 450 on the map below). Lacey residents take pride in their town!  The city sponsors many events throughout the year to promote a sense of community with events such as the Lacey Spring Fun Fair at Saint Martin's campus, the Lacey farmer's market in the summer, as well as the Mushroom Festival in July!  Nearly 20 percent of Lacey is made up of parks and green space, giving residents lots of places to walk, relax and enjoy a bit of nature.  But green space isn't the only thing green about Lacey.  It is one of the few cities in the US to be an official EPA Green Power Community, for its commitment to green power use. There is a mix of new construction and mid-century homes in Lacey, and most residents in the area are in ... 05/21/2014

Here is the East Lacey WA current real estate market update as of April 2014 (area 451 on the map below). Lacey residents take pride in their town!  The city sponsors many events throughout the year to promote a sense of community with events such as the Lacey Spring Fun Fair at Saint Martin's campus, the Lacey farmer's market in the summer, as well as the Mushroom Festival in July!  Neighborhoods include the desirable McAllister Park, Evergreen Heights, Tanglewilde, Lake Forest, Long Lake, Madrona Park, The Meadows, Thompson Place, Union Mills and The Seasons. There is a mix of new construction and mid-century homes in Lacey, and most residents in the area are in the North Thurston School District.       MARKET SNAPSHOT: East Lacey (Area 451) This Year Last Year + / - / = Average Sales... 05/13/2014

Lacey, WA - Short Sale Homeowners Debt Relief Extension Act of 2014 (H.R. 3856) On January 13, 2014, Congressman Bill Foster from Illinois introduced a 2 year extension for the debt relief act that forgives debt exclusion from gross income for the discharge of qualified principal residence indebtedness, and for other purposes. The most common application of the original bill is when a client completes a short sale and is given a 1099 from the sellers lien holder. The bill is still in committee and the odds of it passing at this time do not look good. The bill contains a provision to pay for the extension by taking away tax breaks from oil companies for domestic production.However not is all lost the IRS does have a insolvency clause that still allows for debt forgiveness if the home own... 04/23/2014

Short Sale Homeowners Debt Relief Extension Act of 2014 (H.R. 3856) - Lacey, WA On January 13, 2014, Congressman Bill Foster from Illinois introduced a 2 year extension for the debt relief act that forgives debt exclusion from gross income for the discharge of qualified principal residence indebtedness, and for other purposes. The most common application of the original bill is when a client completes a short sale and is given a 1099 from the sellers lien holder. The bill is still in committee and the odds of it passing at this time do not look good. The bill contains a provision to pay for the extension by taking away tax breaks from oil companies for domestic production.However not is all lost the IRS does have a insolvency clause that still allows for debt forgiveness if the home own... 04/23/2014