Pierce County Quarterly Housing Market Update: Sep - Nov 2025

Pierce County Quarterly Housing Market Update: Sep - Nov 2025

Welcome back to the Quarterly Pierce County Housing Market Update covering September through November 2025. Instead of tracking the week-to-week noise, we’re now zooming out to give you a clearer, more meaningful look at how the market is actually performing across the quarter. No boring reports, no data overload, just the truth about what’s happening in our local real estate landscape.

And let’s kick things off with a little good news: interest rates finally dipped a bit this quarter. Not a dramatic plunge, but enough to matter. In real estate, even a tiny shift can unlock new opportunities for buyers and boost confidence for sellers.

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Kitsap County Quarterly Housing Market Update: Sep - Nov 2025

Kitsap County Quarterly Housing Market Update: Sep - Nov 2025

Welcome back to the Quarterly Kitsap Housing Market Update for September through November 2025, your go-to guide for what’s actually happening in our local real estate world. Every quarter, I break down how Kitsap is stacking up so you don’t have to wade through cryptic charts, outdated headlines, or that one neighbor who “swears the market is crashing.”

And buckle up, because this quarter served up a quiet-but-promising shift: interest rates have started to slip downward… even if only by a smidge. In real estate, even baby steps can feel like fresh air after holding your breath for too long.

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Pricing It Right: The Art (and Science) of Not Chasing the Market in Kitsap County

Pricing It Right: The Art (and Science) of Not Chasing the Market in Kitsap County

If you’ve ever wondered why some homes sell fast and others sit so long they start developing abandonment issues, welcome. Pull up a chair, refill your coffee, take a calming breath… because today, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood, emotionally charged, and financially critical steps in selling a home:

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING 2025
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING 2025

But jokes aside, I’m getting real about why I’m thankful. It's a shout-out to my family, the beautifully scattered, sometimes chaotic crew who are always there, no matter how much real estate, divorce, or distance gets in the way. And I'm hugely grateful for this job! I get to help you all buy and sell your literal biggest asset, which is cool. Even cooler? It lets me give back to the community. That’s why I’ll be rocking an apron and serving meals at St. Vincent De Paul this Thursday.

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Interviewing a Listing Broker: The Job Interview You Shouldn’t Skip

Interviewing a Listing Broker: The Job Interview You Shouldn’t Skip

In my latest YouTube video, Interviewing a Listing Broker, I break down why your home deserves more than just someone who can stick a sign in the yard and hope for the best. Because let’s face it, you’re not selling a lemonade stand. You’re selling one of your largest financial assets.

So before you hire the first broker who promises “top dollar,” grab a cup of coffee (or something stronger) and let’s talk about how to actually interview a listing broker, the right way.

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Interviewing a Buyer Broker: The Real Estate First Date You Don’t Want to Skip

Interviewing a Buyer Broker: The Real Estate First Date You Don’t Want to Skip

In my latest YouTube video, Interviewing a Buyer Broker, I talk about why this step is the one most buyers skip and why that’s a massive mistake. If you haven’t watched it yet, go hit play when you’re done here. But for now, let’s dive into the why, the how, and the red flags to look out for when you’re picking the person who’ll help you make one of the biggest purchases of your life.

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So You Want to Buy a House in Kitsap County? Let’s Talk Reality

So You Want to Buy a House in Kitsap County? Let’s Talk Reality

You’ve been binge-watching house tours. You’ve pinned dreamy kitchens, mood-boarded open-concept living rooms, and maybe whispered, “One day, me + a mortgage.”
Cute. But let’s peel back the Instagram filter and get real.

You’re not just buying a house. You’re buying monthly payments, surprise repairs, negotiations, bad appraisals, and maybe even heartbreak when your offer gets outbid after you spent your weekend rearranging furniture in your mind.

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Thinking of Selling? Let’s Get Real About Timing in Kitsap County’s 2025 Market

Thinking of Selling? Let’s Get Real About Timing in Kitsap County’s 2025 Market

You’ve been eyeing the market and wondering:
“Should I sell my home now… or wait until the stars, the economy, and the interest rates align?”

Well, let’s just say. the timing question isn’t as simple as your horoscope makes it sound.
And no, Mercury isn’t the one making your Zestimate act up. Hi, I’m Stacia Whatley, your Kitsap real estate broker and professional truth-teller (who occasionally drops a little sarcasm between market stats).

Today, we’re breaking down the real talk behind timing your home sale, why it matters, what’s actually happening in Kitsap right now, and how to sell smart in a market where buyers are saying, “We love your home… but have you seen interest rates?”

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Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Oct 6-12, 2025

Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Oct 6-12, 2025

This week’s Pierce County Housing Market Stats show a strong rebound after last week’s slowdown, proof that the local market still has plenty of life in it! Active listings jumped from 72 to 256, giving buyers a much wider selection of homes to choose from. That boost in inventory is a welcome sign as we head deeper into fall, showing that sellers are still confident about putting their homes on the market.

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Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Oct 6-12, 2025

Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Oct 6-12, 2025

This week’s Kitsap County Housing Market Stats show a clear cooldown compared to last week, but don’t let the numbers fool you, it’s not necessarily bad news. Active listings dropped from 81 to 72, meaning fewer homes are currently available. Both pending inspections and pending sales saw a dip as well, going from 55 to 31 and 35 to 20, respectively. This tells us that buyer activity has slowed a bit, which is common as we transition further into fall when the market typically takes a breather.

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Gig Harbor Home Sale Success Story | Sold Above List Price in 2 Days

Gig Harbor Home Sale Success Story | Sold Above List Price in 2 Days

Every sale has a story, and some of my favorite ones are the “full circle” moments. Eleven years ago, I sold this very home to my client and his wife. Back then, it was the house where they planned to build their future, create memories, and enjoy the comfort of homeownership. Fast forward more than a decade later, and life was shifting again. His wife had passed, he was looking forward to retirement, and Montana was calling his name.

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Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 22-28, 2025

Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 22-28, 2025

This week’s Pierce County Housing Market Stats brought a little more movement compared to last week, with several categories showing shifts worth watching. Active listings dropped from 270 to 242, meaning there are fewer homes on the market for buyers to choose from. At the same time, pending inspections jumped from 125 to 142, and pending sales increased from 82 to 88. That uptick in pendings shows buyer activity is alive and well, even with fewer homes available.

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Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 22-28, 2025

Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 22-28, 2025

Welcome back to this week’s Kitsap Housing Market Update for the week of September 22-28, 2025, your go-to guide for staying in the know about what’s really happening in our local real estate world. This week’s Kitsap County Housing Market Stats show that things are holding steady compared to last week, with only a few small shifts worth noting. Active listings dipped slightly from 84 down to 81, which means a few less options for buyers browsing the market. Everything else, pending inspection, pending sales, sold homes, and contingent properties, remained exactly the same as last week, which is a good sign of stability in our local market.

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How to Price Your Home to Sell: A Friend-to-Friend Guide to Strategy, Psychology, and Profit

How to Price Your Home to Sell: A Friend-to-Friend Guide to Strategy, Psychology, and Profit

Today, I’m lifting the curtain on how a seasoned real estate broker thinks about pricing. Beyond the normal “pull three comps and call it a day” routine. We’re going to talk about buyer psychology, market micro-dynamics, risk management, and the quiet little adjustments that can swing your outcome by tens of thousands of dollars. And yes, we’re going to talk about the emotions that make smart sellers do… less smart things.

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Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 15-21, 2025

Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 15-21, 2025

Reading my weekly market stats is like skimming the dashboard before you hit the gas. Active listings are everything currently for sale, your real-time inventory. If actives climb week over week, buyers have more choice and sellers may need sharper pricing; if they fall, expect tighter competition. Pending inspection means a buyer and seller have agreed on price and terms, but the home still has to survive the inspector’s flashlight. Think “under contract, not out of the woods.” Pending (no inspection left) has cleared major hurdles and is marching toward closing; rising pendings signal fresh demand right now, not last month.

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Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 15-21, 2025

Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 15-21, 2025

Welcome back to this week’s Kitsap Housing Market Update, your go-to guide for staying in the know about what’s really happening in our local real estate world. Each week, I break down how Kitsap stacks up so you don’t have to sort through endless charts or stale headlines. And while this week didn’t bring any wild swings or dramatic plot twists, we did get a little piece of good news worth celebrating: interest rates are starting to come down (even if just slightly). A small shift, but in real estate, even small changes can feel like a breath of fresh air.

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Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 8-14, 2025

Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 8-14, 2025

Pending sales data is one of the juiciest pieces of intel we now have access to inside the NWMLS and it’s something you simply can’t find anywhere else. Unlike closed sales, which are already in the rearview mirror, pending sales show you what’s happening right now. They’re a sneak peek into the market’s next moves, giving us a window into buyer demand, price trends, and how quickly homes are being scooped up. Think of it as reading tomorrow’s headlines today.

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Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 8-14, 2025

Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 8-14, 2025

Pending sales data is one of the juiciest pieces of intel we now have access to inside the NWMLS and it’s something you simply can’t find anywhere else. Unlike closed sales, which are already in the rearview mirror, pending sales show you what’s happening right now. They’re a sneak peek into the market’s next moves, giving us a window into buyer demand, price trends, and how quickly homes are being scooped up. Think of it as reading tomorrow’s headlines today.

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Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 1-7, 2025
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Pierce County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 1-7, 2025

Welcome back to this week’s Pierce County Housing Market Update! Each week, I break down what’s really happening so you can see how our local market stacks up without having to sift through boring reports. This week? Things stayed pretty steady, but here’s a bit of sunshine: interest rates are finally dipping down a little. It’s not a huge drop, but in real estate, even a slight shift in rates can open new doors for buyers and give sellers a reason to smile.

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Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 1-7, 2025

Kitsap County Weekly Housing Market Update: Sep 1-7, 2025

Welcome back to this week’s Kitsap Housing Market Update, your go-to guide for staying in the know about what’s really happening in our local real estate world. Each week, I break down how Kitsap stacks up so you don’t have to sort through endless charts or stale headlines. And while this week didn’t bring any wild swings or dramatic plot twists, we did get a little piece of good news worth celebrating: interest rates are starting to come down (even if just slightly). A small shift, but in real estate, even small changes can feel like a breath of fresh air.

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