Begin building equity in this refreshed rambler featuring quality updates and a convenient Federal Way location! A newer metal roof with leaf guard gutters, Penguin triple-pane windows, and a gas furnace and water heater provide added efficiency and comfort. The open floor plan showcases hardwood and laminate flooring, along with a remote-controlled gas fireplace that creates a warm focal point for the living area. • The beautifully updated kitchen and bathroom add modern style, while the kitchen includes stainless steel appliances that stay, including a double oven. Large bedrooms offer spacious closets and comfortable living areas. A sliding door leads to a spacious composite deck creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining, and the gazebo stays. • Outside, enjoy a mostly level, private wooded lot that is fully fenced with a gate. The large extra-deep garage includes a door to the backyard, and the driveway provides parking for up to four vehicles. Conveniently located near downtown Federal Way, The Commons, transit center, and a variety of shops and restaurants, this home offers an excellent combination of updates, outdoor enjoyment, and accessibility. Don’t miss this!
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Don’t miss this opportunity to begin building equity with this thoughtfully updated home! Newer luxury vinyl plank flooring and newer windows enhance the interior, while the updated kitchen features marble countertops, abundant cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances that are included. Bright and spacious flexible living areas provide options for living, dining, a home office, or an additional gathering space to fit your needs. Outside, enjoy exceptional parking with space for multiple vehicles, plus RV or trailer parking, and a gated carport. The spacious, fully fenced backyard offers privacy, mature trees, gates on both sides, and two storage sheds—one equipped with power and washer/dryer hookups for added versatility. Conveniently located near Bonney Lake’s shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this property combines comfortable living with practical features both inside and out. Come see the possibilities!
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Experience urban living in this spacious, updated condo at The Florentine, a thoughtfully renovated building in Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square neighborhood. The open-concept floor plan features soaring ceilings, durable LVP flooring, and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light. A large kitchen with stainless steel appliances, abundant counters and soft-close cabinetry provides excellent storage and functionality for everyday living and entertaining. Relax by the wood-burning fireplace or step onto the east-facing balcony, offering a comfortable outdoor space to enjoy throughout the year. The versatile den/office provides flexibility for a home office, guest space, hobby area, or potential 2nd bedroom. Ideally located near Lumen Field, T-Mobile Park, King Street Station, dining, shopping, arts venues, and neighborhood amenities, this home offers convenient access to transportation and entertainment options. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, low HOA dues, secure garage parking, dedicated storage, and onsite management. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a well-appointed condo in one of Seattle’s most vibrant and connected neighborhoods!
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Pride of ownership shows in this thoughtfully maintained and move-in ready home! This inviting home blends classic character with practical updates throughout! Step inside to discover fresh interior paint, new carpet and vinyl flooring, and a bright, open-concept main level featuring spacious living and dining areas designed for comfortable everyday living. • The newly renovated kitchen offers new: cabinetry, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave over the gas range. The main-level primary bedroom adds convenience and flexibility, while upstairs you’ll find a 2nd bedroom, a den/office that may serve a variety of uses (including a 3rd bedroom), a bonus room (possible 4th bedroom), and abundant storage. • Additional improvements include some new windows, updated drainage, a clean crawl space with newer insulation, and a new sewer line from the house to the garage. • Outside, enjoy a fully fenced, level backyard with side-gate access. A paved alley leads to the detached garage/shop (buyer can install a door) and a double gate opening to gravel parking suitable for multiple vehicles, recreational vehicles, or other equipment. • Conveniently located with easy access to I-5 and just a few miles from downtown Tacoma, this property offers proximity to a variety of dining, shopping, arts, entertainment, and cultural attractions. A well-cared-for home with valuable updates, flexible spaces, and excellent functionality both inside and out!
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On June 11, 2026, Public Marketing of Residential Homes becomes required by law in Washington State. This means that when a real estate broker is hired to market a home, it must be listed on the NWMLS to ensure it’s visible and available to all brokers and buyers. This process provides sellers with maximum exposure, which helps secure the best price and terms, and also establishes fair and equitable opportunities for all buyers. It isn’t fair when some listings aren’t available to all buyers.
Many real estate brokerages and brokers in WA are looking forward to this law taking effect since it will assure an open, fair, transparent, and comprehensive marketplace for residential properties that promotes competition and fair housing. Buyers and sellers may continue to participate in off-market purchase and sales with the guidance of brokers; the new law doesn’t change this, as it only pertains to marketing.
The 2026 Legislative Session has ended, and the Washington REALTOR® advocacy team’s hard work paid off.
Washington REALTORS® successfully advanced key priorities to support housing supply, expand development opportunities, and promote fairness in the marketplace while protecting against harmful tax proposals.
On June 11, 2026, Washington’s Agency Law will be updated to: “A broker may not market the sale or lease of residential real estate to a limited or exclusive group of prospective buyers or brokers, or any combination thereof, unless the real estate is concurrently marketed to the general public and all other brokers, except as reasonably necessary to protect the health or safety of the owner or occupant. Marketing to the general public does not require an owner to allow access onto the residential real estate or into the residence.”
In other words, this means that a property needs to be listed in the broker’s MLS before or at the same time that a broker discusses availability of the property with potential buyers or tenants, other brokers or promotes availability of the property in any other way. Beginning June 11, pre-marketing and/or marketing to a limited or exclusive list will be violation of the law, unless the listing is simultaneously marketed to the public and other real estate brokers.
Jennifer Gilbert-Smith has supported the passage of this new legislation and looks forward to the fair housing market this will establish in Washington state. It’s most fair for all buyers to have access to all properties for sale at the same time and be able to contact a licensed real estate broker of their choice.
3 bedrooms + large loft; 2.5 bathrooms; 2,090 square feet
Beautifully maintained former model home offered for sale for the first time! This spacious residence features a bright, open floor plan with generous room sizes, abundant storage, and thoughtfully designed living spaces throughout. The kitchen includes some stainless steel appliances, a double oven, double sink, center island, eating area, and a large pantry — ideal for everyday living and entertaining! All appliances stay, including washer and dryer. The versatile layout offers 3 bedrooms plus a large loft that can serve as a family room, office, or flexible bonus space. The primary suite includes a bathroom with a wide soaking tub for relaxation. Energy-efficient gas furnace and water heater add comfort and efficiency. Enjoy outdoor living with a patio, fully fenced yard featuring a gate, sprinkler system, and access from the 3-car garage, where all shelving is included for added storage. Two security systems are installed — one monitoring doors and windows and another with cameras. Located in the Fern Crest community, residents enjoy two parks with playgrounds, including one with a sport court and expansive open space. Conveniently situated on Kent’s East Hill near shopping, dining, and the scenic Soos Creek Trail!
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I’m in Olympia today, meeting with Legislators in my district, as well as others, to advocate for these Legislative Priorities.
I’m especially excited to advocate for Ensuring Public Marketing of Residential Housing Opportunities. The proposed legislation would require all listings to be marketed publicly and be available to all brokers. If passed, this legislation will promote transparency, fairness, and equal access in the residential real estate market.
On January 29 Washington Realtors® will meet with legislators to discuss the challenges REALTORS® and consumers are facing in today’s market. We are excited to be the key to advancing pro-housing policy and supporting transparent homeownership in Washington!
A Hot Topic: Ensuring Public Marketing of Residential Housing Opportunities
Over the past 5 years, Washington REALTORS® has focused on making Washington the most consumer-friendly state in which to buy and sell real property. WR has supported a number of bills under that vision, and in 2026 we’re supporting another bill that will move us closer to this goal. The proposed legislation would require all listings to be marketed publicly and be available to all brokers. If passed, this legislation will promote transparency, fairness, and equal access in the residential real estate market.
This policy will ensure that the marketing of available housing, for sale or for rent, is provided to the public and real estate market, not solely to a limited or private group. A transparent real estate market is in the best interests of consumers, fair competition, and supports principles of fair housing.
The 2026 Washington State Legislative Session brings both opportunities and challenges for real estate and the broader business community. Here are a few more REALTOR® Legislative Priorities for the 2026 session:
Rural ADUs: This policy aims to create affordable housing options by allowing detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in rural areas, outside of the UGA, that can be built quickly and help toward relieving housing demand pressures.
Residential Uses in Commercial Zones: Allow residential uses in areas zoned for commercial or mixed use in cities with populations over 30,000, with exceptions to ensure protection of industrial lands or other areas inappropriate for residential use. Local governments cannot require conditional permits or impose design-related restrictions for residential development in these areas. This bill will help housing supply by allowing housing in underutilized commercial areas.
Incentivize Stacked Flat Condominium Construction: This bill builds on last year’s condominium legislation by allowing stacked flat building types of up to 4 floors and 12 units within the new 2-10 home warranty option, and by not requiring parking on the ground floor. This will allow an additional type of building to use the new 2-10 warranty process.
Do No Harm: Substantive budget and tax discussions are concerning as they relate to housing costs, and we ask that Legislators avoid policies that make housing and real estate more expensive. Examples would be REET increases (HB 1044 and HB 1867), B&O tax increases, or other excise tax proposals (HB 2258).
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