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Leavenworth Real Estate Deals

Let’s face it, everybody loves a great deal. Whether you are buying a new car, getting plane tickets to Europe, or buying a vacation home in Leavenworth, you want to get the most value for your money. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lT5nfSk4u2A[/youtube] In the past I have pointed out some parts of the Leavenworth real estate market that I think have some good deals. I also have written …

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FHA loans v. USDA loans

The following is a GUEST post by submitted by Brandon Laughlin of  www.mortgageloanplace.com. (We here at Icicle Creek Real Estate will add our thoughts separately in the comments section.) The federal government offers Americans an array of programs to help achieve the dream of homeownership. Federal Housing Administration loans remain among the most popular and widely accessible options. The FHA has helped insure more …

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Record Number of Leavenworth Homes for Sale

Leavenworth has too many homes for sale. End of Story. Leavenworth Real Estate News Each year the number of homes on the market waxes and wanes throughout the seasons. In Leavenworth, like most areas in the United States, home sellers put their homes on the market throughout the spring and summer months. Because of the snow and wintry conditions, it’s common for some sellers …

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Chiwawa River Pines – Effects of Rental Ban?

The Chiwawa River Pines neighborhood in Plain had a lengthy debate in 2008 about permitting vacation rentals in their neighborhood. At the time, I took the position that I thought that enforcing the existing (but unenforced) prohibition on short term (nightly / weekly) rentals would be bad for home values.  My experience tells me that vacation home buyers (who drive the Leavenworth and Lake …

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Leavenworth Real Estate | Sold Homes July 2009

In July, 7 homes sold in the Leavenworth area.  No condos sold this month.   812 Cedar Street, Leavenworth List price: $229,000.  Sold price: $203,000. Days on Market: 206 2 bedrooms | 1 bath | 720 sqft| .04 acres. Small home with a garage on a small lot.  This home last sold Aug 2008 for $190,000.     21720 Palamino Road, Leavenworth List price: $230,000.  Sold price: $209,000. Days …

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Cashmere Real Estate | Sold Homes July 2009

In July 2009, only 1 home closed in Cashmere.   250 Kennedy Road, Cashmere List price: $579,000 .  Sold price: $514,000. Days on Market: 60 5 bedrooms | 5 bath | 7005 sqft| 2.41 acres. Large Cashmere home situated on a hill top with an excellent view of the Wenatchee valley and the Cascade mountains.   More Leavenworth and Cashmere Real Estate Info Click Here to See Cashmere Sold Homes for June 2009 …

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Kahler Glen Hosts Fire Dept Benefit August 1

The Kahler Glen Athletic Club located at the Kahler Glen Golf Course is hosting a benefit on August 1 from 5-8 pm with proceeds going to support the firefighters of Chelan County Fire District #9. There will be a live mariachi band, BBQ and both a live and silent auction. by Seattle Muncipal Archives The live auction features a membership to the Kahler Glen …

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Leavenworth Real Estate – 2nd Quarter Market Rep...

The Leavenworth real estate market seems to be singing the same tune that we have heard for a while now. The number of sales is down dramatically, but prices remain stable, perhaps even trending up if you’re an optimist. Leavenworth Home Prices Here’s what is not showing up on that chart. (Which may or may not be predictive.) May Pending Sales are up 50% …

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Leavenworth Real Estate | Sold Homes June 2009

June was a busy month with 8 single family homes sold in the Leavenworth area, 1 home in Peshastin, and 2 condos in Leavenworth.   172 Evans Street, Leavenworth List price: $294,000.  Sold price: $217,000. Days on Market: 395 4 bedrooms | 1.75 bath | 1734 sqft| .24 acres. 1950’s home in town.  This home had a flat roof which contributed to the discounted price and the long days on …

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Cashmere Real Estate | Sold Homes June 2009

In June, Cashmere had four homes close.   404 Mission Creek Road, Cashmere List price: $170,000.  Sold price: $162,000. Days on Market: 104 2 bedrooms | 1 bath | 1078 sqft| .32 acres. An older home in Cashmere in need of updating.  This home bordered Mission Creek and sat on a large lot with a detached garage.       205 Washington Street, Cashmere List price: $189,900.  …

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