In 2014, Windermere represented 56 of the 82 residential real estate closings for $3 million+! We led in both seller and buyer representations with 57% and 38%, respectively. Windermere really paved the way for our local and global affluent clientele in 2014 and we’re looking forward to another year of luxury real estate on the Eastside.
Click the image to view full size file and the locations of the Eastside homes from last year.
Interesting Facts Inside the Numbers
• Sales soared. The number of $3 million+ home sales on the Eastside increased 64% in 2014 over the previous year.
• Cash was king. Nearly half the buyers paid cash for their property. Of those that financed, the median loan-to-value was 60%.
• Foreign buyers flowed in. International buyers, particularly those from China, are having more impact on the local real estate market.
• Buyers favored waterfront homes. Increased demand and a scarcity of supply saw the price for waterfront properties set record highs.
Make sure you see the report of $5 million+ home sales in King County, too!