Douglas Converse - Avenue Properties

06/30/2023

It's official: in most of the U.S., renting is cheaper than buying a home.

Some places are friendlier for first-time buyers looking to invest in a home. Homebay's latest study of price-to-rent ratios around the U.S. identified a few cities where it's still affordable, and in some cases favorable, for renters to become owners.

02/22/2018

10/10/2016

Welcome home to "The Ballard" Condominiums.

Sunny south facing 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom 739 square foot unit in the heart of downtown Ballard. Relax on the rooftop deck or enjoy all of what downtown Ballard has to offer with restaurants and shops just a block away! Tons of natural light in the open living area, kitchen and bedroom. Laundry in unit. Great HOA, pet friendly building, 96 walkscore.

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1525 Northwest 57th Street, Seattle 98107. Click for more photos and pricing

10/08/2016

Check out this stylish rambler on a quiet neighborhood.

Award winning Bellevue school district, walking distance to library, parks, shops, and fabulous downtown Bellevue, easy freeway access. In 2001 all new electrical, plumbing, siding, roof, gutters and insulation. Remodeled in 2003, Great potential for expansion or new build.

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2516 108th Avenue Northeast, Bellevue 98004. Click for more photos and pricing

10/07/2016

Furniture like this will certainly give your home a different look:

Want to sit on an ear of corn? Now’s your chance Imagine a chair.

10/04/2016

This home perfectly combines modern designs with a traditional home.

A traditional Toronto Victorian house gets a modern renovation and addition that respects the neighborhood.

10/03/2016

Check out this top floor, sun soaked south unit with views in a prime Fremont location.

This 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom was the first sold (and remains the most desirable) in the boutique Francis Fremont building when it was completely renovated in 2006. Fresh paint, recent carpet and new washer and dryer! No rental cap, low dues, bike storage and pet friendly. This is an end unit with private balcony and a 93 walk score to the best.

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3657 Francis Avenue North, Seattle 98103. Click for more photos and pricing

10/01/2016

Rare sub-penthouse unit at one of downtown Seattle's finest buildings, cristalla.

Enjoy panoramic views from your personal balcony of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Granite countertops, gas fireplace, office den with built-ins, new fridge, stainless steel appliances and much more. Live with first-class amenities including 24/7 concierge, sauna, steam, whirlpool bath, workout facility, theater.

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2033 2nd Ave , Unit 2201, Seattle 98121. Click for more photos and pricing

09/29/2016

The statewide median sales price for a single family home rose 11 percent in the second quarter this year.

Washington state’s housing market remained strong in the second quarter of 2016.

09/27/2016

Got too much stuff? Here are 10 great storage tricks that look good too!

If you're a crafter, you know how quickly things start to pile up.

09/26/2016

How to simplify your home design:

Sometimes, our homes can overwhelm us.

09/23/2016

Buyers looking to get into the market should look into these cities for sure.

If you’re pondering a move, consider Texas or Colorado first.