Community June 23, 2023

2023 Farmers Markets: Seattle & Eastside Locations, Times & More

Summer is finally here, and so are these farmers markets! Spend an evening or weekend finding your new favorites among the tents. Think it’s all about kale? Think again. Most offer live entertainment along with a mouth-watering variety of local brews, cheese, bread, meat/seafood, honey, hand roasted coffee, and other hidden gems (in addition to the freshly picked fruits & veggies).

Seattle Metro

Greater Eastside

 

When's it in Season?


 

Seattle Metro

 

Ballard

Seattle’s first year-round Farmers Market, selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Ave.

Sundays, 9am – 2pm | Year-Round
5345 Ballard Ave NW | Seattle
sfmamarkets.com/visit-ballard-farmers-market/

Photo courtesy of sfmamarkets.com

 

Capitol Hill (Broadway)

Come for Sunday brunch from food vendors who source ingredients from local, WA state farms (many of whom you’ll also meet selling their wares at the market). Live music and street performers often make an appearance, too.

Sundays, 11am – 3pm | Year-Round
Tuesdays, 3pm – 7pm (July 11 – September 26, 2023)
E Barbara Bailey Way | Seattle
seattlefarmersmarkets.org/chfm

Photo courtesy of do206.com

 

Columbia City

With everything from freshly harvested Asian greens to Ethiopian eats, come check out the immense variety King County’s most diverse zip code has to offer. Bring your bounty to adjacent Columbia Park for a picnic.

Wednesdays, 3pm – 7pm | May 3 – Oct 11, 2023
37th Ave S | Seattle
seattlefarmersmarkets.org/ccfm

Photo courtesy of SouthSeattleEmerald.com

 

Lake City

This celebrated North End seasonal market offers unique finds grown and prepared by local farms and food artisans. Enjoy kids’ activities, too!

Thursdays, 3pm – 7pm | June 8 – Oct 5, 2023
NE 125th St & 28th Ave NE | Seattle
seattlefarmersmarkets.org/lcfm

Photo courtesy of enjoylakecity.org

 

Lake Forest Park

With an emphasis on fresh, locally grown food, this market is an epicurean’s delight. Browse hard cider, baked goods, preserves, meat, pasta, sauces, and prepared foods along with the locally harvested fruits and veggies. There is also one “Crafts Market” each summer featuring local artisans.

Sundays, 10am – 2pm | May 14 – Oct 15, 2023
17171 Bothell Way NE | Lake Forest Park
www.thirdplacecommons.org/farmers-market

Photo courtesy of www.thirdplacecommons.org

 

Madrona

Located in one of Seattle’s most diverse neighborhoods, you’ll find artisan foods as well as seasonal produce from Washington state farmers, fishers, and ranchers.

Fridays, 3pm – 7pm | May 12 – Oct 27, 2023
MLK Way & E Union St | Seattle
sfmamarkets.com/madrona-farmers-market

Photo courtesy of sfmamarkets.com

 

Magnolia

This popular Saturday market is nestled in the tree-lined Magnolia Village. In addition to seasonal fruits and veggies, you’ll find sweet & savory pies, fresh bread, flowers, and more!

Saturdays, 10am – 2pm | June 3 – Oct 14, 2023 + Harvest Market on Nov 18, 2023
W McGraw St & 33rd Ave W | Seattle
seattlefarmersmarkets.org/mfm

Photo courtesy of pinterest.com

 

Phinney

A popular gathering spot for both the Phinney Ridge and Greenwood communities, this market is right next door to a playground and offers live music in addition to the great mix of fresh produce and prepared food.

Fridays, 3pm – 7pm | June 2 – Sept 29, 2023
6761 Phinney Ave N | Seattle
seattlefarmersmarkets.org/pfm

Photo courtesy of wikipedia.org

 

Pike Place

No introduction needed…make it a day with great restaurants, eateries and retail shops, too.

Daily, 9am – 6pm | Year-Round (Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas)
Pike Place between Pine & Virginia St | Seattle
(206) 682-7453
pikeplacemarket.org

Photo by Daniel Schwen

 

Queen Anne

Seattle’s only independent farmers market, offering food, chef demos, live music, and children’s activities.

Thursdays, 3pm – 7:30pm | June 1 – Oct 12, 2023 + Harvest Markets on 10/28, 11/18 & 12/16
Queen Anne Ave N & W Crockett St | Seattle
qafm.org

Photo courtesy of qafm.org

 

Shoreline

Starting this year in their NEW location at the Shoreline Park & Ride, this market offers kids’ programs and live music in addition to its fresh Washington produce, organic meats, bread, honey, and prepared foods. Check out the schedule for info about vendors and entertainment.

Saturdays, 10am – 2pm | June 3 – Oct 7, 2023 + Harvest Markets on 10/28 & 12/16
18821 Aurora Ave N | Shoreline
shorelinefarmersmarket.org

Photo courtesy of www.shorelineareanews.com

 

University District

Seattle’s only independent farmers market, offering food, chef demos, live music, and children’s activities.

Saturdays, 9am – 2pm | Year-Round
University Way NE (the “Ave”) between 50th & 52nd | Seattle
seattlefarmersmarkets.org/udfm

Photo courtesy of pinterest.com

 

Wallingford

Located in Meridian Park, you can shop with the whole fam and then enjoy a picnic or playtime at the award-winning playground.

Wednesdays, 3pm – 7pm | May 24 – Sept 27, 2023
4800 Meridian Ave N | Seattle
sfmamarkets.com/visit-wallingford-farmers-market/

Photo courtesy of sfmamarkets.com

 

West Seattle

A South Seattle weekend destination, this market is set in the vibrant West Seattle Junction and features up to 70 vendors during the summertime peak. Great community atmosphere celebrating Washington grown food and ingredients.

Sundays, 10am – 2pm | Year-Round
California Ave SW & SW Alaska | Seattle
seattlefarmersmarkets.org/wsfm

Photo courtesy of westseattleblog.com

 


Greater Eastside

 

Bellevue – Crossroads

East Bellevue’s market features fruits, veggies & dairy products from Washington state farms along with handmade soaps, candles, greeting cards, herbal wellness products, and more. Don’t missed the locally roasted coffee and handmade ice cream sandwiches, too!

Tuesdays, 12pm – 6pm | June 6 – Sept 26, 2023
15600 NE 8th St | Bellevue
https://crossroadsbellevue.com/music-events/crossroads-farmers-market/

Photo courtesy of crossroadsbellevue.com

 

Bellevue – Downtown

Set in the heart of Downtown Bellevue, this market offers goods exclusively produced within Washington state—from seasonal fruits & veggies to flowers, fresh meats, artisan goods, and prepared cuisine. The Kids’ POP club empowers kids to know where their food comes from and make healthy eating choices.

Thursdays, 3pm – 7pm | May 18 – Oct 19, 2023
1717 Bellevue Way NE | Bellevue
Spring District: First Wednesday of the month, May – October
12167 NE 14th Terrace | Bellevue
bellevuefarmersmarket.org

Photo courtesy of eatbellevue.com

 

Carnation

Set in the heart of the Sno-Valley farming district, you’ll find plenty of freshly picked produce along with live music and educational activities for the kids.

Tuesdays, 3pm – 7pm | June, July & August 2023 (closed July 4th)
Tolt-MacDonald Park, 31020 NE 40th St | Carnation
Map
carnationfarmersmarket.org

Photo courtesy of carnationfarmersmarket.org

 

Duvall

Nestled alongside the scenic Snoqualmie River, this friendly market features local eggs, jams, fresh roasted coffee, arts, crafts, and baked goods in addition to the seasonal veggies, fruits, and plant starts. Live music, picnic shelters and a playground make this a fun family destination.

Thursday, 3pm – 7pm | May 4 – October 12, 2023
Taylor Landing at 16201 Main St NE | Duvall
duvallfarmersmarket.org

Photo courtesy of duvallfarmersmarket.org

 

Issaquah

Located at the historic Pickering Barn, this picturesque venue offers a variety of fresh farm and food-based products, concessions, and local artisans.

Saturdays, 9am – 2pm | May 6 – Sept 30, 2023
Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave NW | Issaquah
www.issaquahwa.gov/778/Farmers-Market

Photo by Saifu Angto, courtesy of google.com

 

Kirkland – Downtown

This stunning setting on the Lake Washington shoreline turns shopping into a day at the beach. Peruse local produce and goods, then go for a swim or stroll along Moss Bay. Perfect for a picnic, too!

Wednesdays, 3pm – 7pm | June 7 – September 27, 2023
Marina Park, 25 Lakeshore Plaza | Kirkland
kirklandmarket.org

Photo courtesy of kirklandmarket.org

 

Kirkland – Juanita

Set in beautiful Juanita Beach Park on Lake Washington, you’ll find as many as 30 vendors offering farm fresh local produce, herbs, honey, nuts, flowers, plants, baked good, handcrafted items, and prepared cuisine. Make it a date with live music and a picnic at the beach. There’s a great playground for the kids, too.

Fridays, 3pm – 7pm | June – Sept, 2023
Juanita Beach Park, 9703 NE Juanita Dr | Kirkland
www.kirklandwa.gov

Photo courtesy of yelp.com

 

Mercer Island

Come on down for quality local Washington state produce, cheese, fish, meat, bread, and more. Check out the live music schedule, too!

Sundays, 10am – 2pm | June 4 – Oct 8, 2023
7700 SE 32nd St | Mercer Island
www.mifarmersmarket.org

Photo courtesy of www.mifarmersmarket.org

 

North Bend

This relaxed market enjoys live music and a spectacular Mount Si view. Vendors offer fresh produce, berries, honey, flowers, baked goods, hand-crafted items, and delicious prepared foods. Two playgrounds plus play fields and a covered picnic shelter make this a fun hangout spot. Leashed pets are welcome, too!

Thursdays, 4pm – 8pm | June 8 – Sept 7, 2023
Si View Park, 400 SE Orchard Dr | North Bend
www.siviewpark.org/farmers-market.phtml

 

Redmond

Going strong since 1976, the Redmond Saturday Market offers a huge selection of vendors and dazzling array of produce, flowers, cheeses, preserves, salmon, tea, and handmade goods such as pottery and soaps. You’ll love the ready-to-eat foods, too.

Saturdays, 9am – 2pm | May 13 – Oct 28, 2023
9900 Willows Rd | Redmond
www.redmondsaturdaymarket.org

 Photo by Jeff, courtesy of google.com

 

Renton

Find exclusively Washington-produced fruits, veggies, handmade goods, arts, crafts and more right in the heart of downtown Renton at Piazza Park. Food trucks, live music, and kids’ activities such as the “Healthy Kids Corner” make this a fun spot to liven up your Tuesday.

Tuesdays, 3pm – 7pm | June – Sept, 2023
Piazza Park, 233 Burnett Ave. S | Renton
www.rentonfarmersmarket.com

Photo courtesy of yelp.com

 

Sammamish

Each Wednesday, the Sammamish Commons plays host to a variety of local farmers, nurseries, bakeries, artisans, food vendors, and more. Live music and kids’ activities, too!

Wednesdays, 4pm – 8pm | May – Sept, 2023
Sammamish Commons, 801 228 Ave SE | Sammamish
www.sammamishfarmersmarket.org

Photo courtesy of sammamishfarmersmarket.org

 

Woodinville

Come check out downtown Woodinville’s newly renovated Schoolhouse District and find produce grown in the state of Washington (and picked fresh for that morning!). You’ll also have an array of boutique baked goods, sauces, cider, artisans, and more to peruse. Check out the calendar for live entertainment, music, demos, and other activities.

Saturdays, 10am – 3pm | May – Sept, 2023
13205 NE 175th St | Woodinville
woodinvillefarmersmarket.com

 

 


 

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CommunityTrends & Living June 15, 2023

Favorite Summer Festivals

The sun is here and the whole PNW is celebrating!  Whether it’s a fair close to home or an excuse to pack up the fam for a destination festival, I hope you get out and make the most of these fun events…

 

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

 

 


 

JUNE

 

Fremont Fair

One of Seattle’s biggest events, this bohemian-inspired festival features 300+ craft vendors, food, beer garden, dog parade, music, and the Solstice Parade (including the unofficial but famous naked bide ride).

Saturday, June 17 & Sunday, June 18, 2023

West of Fremont Ave N, on N 35th St. and N 34th St.

Parade: Begins at the intersection of N. 36th St. and Leary Way, and winds through downtown Fremont, ending at Gasworks Park.

fremontfair.com

Photo courtesy of fremontfair.com

 

Seattle PrideFest

Held in two locations (Capitol Hill & Seattle Center) this year with beer gardens, food, performances, and dancing in the Seattle Center fountain.

Saturday, June 24th – Capitol Hill
310 Broadway E | Seattle

Sunday, June 25th – Seattle Center
305 Harrison St | Seattle

seattlepridefest.org

Photo courtesy of seattlepridefest.org

 


JULY

 

SeaFair Summer Fourth

Seattle’s biggest fireworks show plus live music, family activities & beer gardens. Watch the show from free open seating or reserve a front row seat.

Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
Gates Open at 3pm, Fireworks at 10:15pm

Gas Works Park

Lake Union Park

seafair.org/summerfourth

Photo courtesy of seafair.org/summerfourth

 

Redmond Derby Days

Redmond’s bike-themed summer event including bicycle races, kids bike parade, carnival rides, drone light show, craft fair, arts festival, food, cornhole tourney, and live music.

Friday, July 14th & Saturday, July 15th, 2023

15670 NE 85th St, Redmond

redmond.gov/derbydays

Photo courtesy of redmond.gov

 

Ballard Seafood Fest

Live music, salmon BBQ, kids entertainment, vendors, and excellent craft beer. Don’t miss the Festi-Bowl skateboard events at Ballard Commons Park on Saturday, the 15th.

Friday, July 14th – Sunday, July 16th, 2023

2208 NW Market St | Seattle (on Market St from Leary to 24th Ave NW, and on Ballard Ave from Market St to 22nd Ave NW)

seafoodfest.org

Photo courtesy of Andrew Jacob Media and seafoodfest.org

 

Kirkland Uncorked

Sip local wine, beer or cocktails and listen to live music in beautiful Marina Park on the water. There’s also a street fair with crafts, art, food, dog modeling contest (!), and more. Buy tickets here (proceeds benefit the Homeward Pet Adoption Center).

Friday, July 14th – Sunday, July 16th, 2023

25 Lakeshore Plaza | Kirkland

kirklanduncorked.com

Photo courtesy of kirklanduncorked.com

 

West Seattle Summer Fest

Live bands, arts & crafts booths, outdoor cafes, beer garden, and fun Kids Zone with inflatables.

Friday, July 14th – Sunday, July 16th, 2023

The Junction, 4210 SW Oregon St | Seattle

westseattlesummerfest.com

Photo courtesy of westseattlesummerfest.com

 

Mercer Island Summer Celebration

Parade and lively street fair at Mercerdale Park followed by a waterfront fireworks show at Luther Burbank Park.

Saturday, July 15th, 2023
Fireworks at 10pm

Mercerdale Park Fair: 3009 77th Ave SE | Mercer Island

Luther Burbank Park (Fireworks): 2040 84th Ave SE | Mercer Island

mercerisland.gov/summercelebration

 

Renton River Days

Summer bazaar, parade, rubber duck derby, live music, food trucks, beer/wine gardens, activity zone, drone show, volleyball & basketball tourneys, and 5k/10k Fun Walks on the Cedar River Trail.

Friday, July 21st – Sunday, July 23rd, 2023

1055 S Grady Way | Renton

rentonriverdays.org

Photo courtesy of patch.com

 

Bite of Seattle

200 vendors, 50+ music performances (including Sir Mix-a-Lot!), 3 beer gardens, wine garden, & more.

Friday, July 21st – Sunday, July 23rd, 2023

Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St  | Seattle

biteofseattle.com

Photo courtesy of biteofseattle.com

 

Sequim Lavender Weekend

Celebrate all things lavender with tours of local farms, live music, and 150 street fair booths highlighting NW crafts & food.

Friday, July 21st – Sunday, July 23rd, 2023

Carrie Blake Park, 500 N Blake Ave | Sequim

lavenderfestival.com

Photo courtesy of seattleandsound.com

 

Timber! Outdoor Music Festival

In addition to a wide range of local musicians, discover adventures like bat/bird finding expeditions, hiking, biking, tree climbing, nature painting/photography, yoga, 5K run, coffee walk, obstacle course, stargazing, fika (a Swedish morning tradition), shibori shirt dyeing, and lots of kids activities. Enjoy great food & local brews, too.

Thursday, July 27 – Saturday, July 29, 2023

Get tickets here

Tolt-MacDonald Park, 31020 NE 40th St | Carnation

timbermusicfest.com

Video courtesy of Timber! Outdoor Music Festival

 

Bellevue Arts Fair

Shop from over 300 artists showcasing their handmade arts & crafts. Kids Fair, food trucks, stage performances, and free Bellevue Art Museum exhibitions, too!

Friday, July 28th – Sunday, July 30th, 2023

Bellevue Square, 510 Bellevue Way NE | Bellevue

bellevuearts.org/artsfair

Photo courtesy of bellevuearts.org/artsfair

 


AUGUST

 

Seafair Weekend

Seattle’s iconic festival featuring a spectacular airshow, hydroplane races, classic car show, live music, local food/beverages, and log boom party for boaters.

Friday, August 4th – Sunday, August 6th, 2023

Get tickets here

Genesee Park, 4316 S Genesee St | Seattle

seafair.org

Photo courtesy of seafair.org

 

Watershed

If you’re a country music fan, then this destination festival at the Gorge is for you. Three days of live bands plus carnival rides, food, drinks, and camping.

Friday, August 4th – Sunday, August 6th, 2023

Get tickets here

The Gorge Ampitheatre, 754 Silica Rd NW | Quincy

watershedfest.com

Photo courtesy of watershedfest.com

 

Festival at Mount Si

This street fair in scenic North Bend offers music, a parade, 5K fun run, cherry pie eating contest, and even a live chili cookoff (not to mention food and craft vendors!). Make it a day and visit the outlet mall or go hiking while you’re at it.

Saturday, August 12th & Sunday, August 13th, 2023

Si View Park, 400 SE Orchard Dr | North Bend

festivalatmtsi.org

Photo courtesy of festivalatmtsi.org

 

Chief Seattle Days

A celebration of the Suquamish people honoring Chief Seattle since 1911, this festival is now open to the public and includes canoe races, a salmon bake, 5k fun run, market, games, traditional songs & dances, and a gravesite honoring for Chief Seattle.

Friday, August 18th – Sunday, August 20th, 2023

7235 NE Pkwy | Suquamish

Gravesite Honoring of Chief Seattle: 7076 NE South St | Suquamish

chiefseattledays.org

Photo courtesy of chiefseattledays.org

 

CHOMP Local Food Festival

A King County celebration of all that is local, sustainable, fresh…and delicious. Spend the day at beautiful Willowmoor Farm in Marymoor Park and support area farms. Live music, local food vendors, all-ages activities, and zucchini races, too!

Saturday, August 19th, 2023 from 10am to 6pm

Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE | Redmond

chomplocal.org

Photo courtesy of chomplocal.org

 

Evergreen State Fair

Held each year during the 11 days leading up to Labor Day (for the past 114 years!), this fair offers a little of everything—a fun carnival with rides/games, food, shopping, contests, live events, and more.

August 24th – September 4th, 2023

(Closed Wednesday, August 30th)

Get tickets here

14405 179th Ave SE | Monroe

evergreenfair.org

Photo courtesy of Evergreen State Fair

 

THING: Music, Arts & Other Things

The ultimate destination festival, this 3-day event takes place amongst scenic sound views at Port Townsend’s historic Fort Worden (it’s even got a lighthouse!). In addition to an epic music lineup, you’ll also find art installations, workshops, and activities for all ages.

Friday, August 25th – Sunday, August 27th, 2023

Get tickets here

200 Battery Way | Port Townsend

thingnw.org

Photo courtesy of THING

 


SEPTEMBER

 

Washington State (Puyallup) Fair

A September tradition, peeps all around the Sound flock to “Do the Puyallup.” You’ll find your favorite carnival rides, a concert series, rodeo, petting farm, and a plethora of exhibits & vendors.

September 1st – 24th, 2023

Get tickets here

110 9th Ave SW | Puyallup

thefair.com

Photo courtesy of thefair.com

 

Bumbershoot

Seattle’s biggest music festival and a 50-year tradition. This year you’ll find a great music lineup along with everything art, dance, performances, roller skating, and…a cat circus.

Saturday, September 2nd – Sunday, September 3rd, 2023

Get tickets here

Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St | Seattle

bumbershoot.com

Photo courtesy of seattlecenter.com

 

Mercer Island Art UnCorked

Discover Washington wine, beer & cider while you browse local artists at this outdoor event in Mercer Island’s Greta Hackett Outdoor Sculpture Gallery. Tasting garden, artist booths, live music, food trucks, and more.

Friday, September 8th, 2023 | 5-8 pm

Get tickets here

78th Ave SE & Sunset Hwy | Mercer Island

mercerislandartuncorked.com

 Photo courtesy of mi-reporter.com

 

Fremont Oktoberfest

Celebrate 100+ beers and ciders along with games, Texas Chainsaw Pumpkin Carving, and Dogtoberfest. Strictly 21+…unless you’re a dog.

Friday, September 22nd – Sunday, September 24th, 2023

Get tickets here

3503 Phinney Ave N | Seattle

fremontoktoberfest.com

Photo courtesy of fremontoktoberfest.com

 

 


 

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CommunityTrends & Living February 10, 2023

Property Tax Relief Programs in King County

More than 26,000 low-income seniors and disabled people in King County who qualify for a tax exemption haven’t claimed it…are you or your family member one of them?

If you are homeowner, make $58k or less per year, and are either age 61+ or retired due to disability, there is a good chance you qualify. You can even retroactively apply for the exemption for the prior 3 years!

Scroll down for details on this exemption plus 4 other property tax relief programs that King County offers.

In another county? Here is the full list of income thresholds for every county in Washington State, and here is another link to view the programs each county offers.

 

Senior/Disabled Property Tax Exemption


WHAT IS IT?

A reduction in King County property tax for seniors, people with disabilities, and disabled veterans.


WHO QUALIFIES?

  • Seniors age 61+

or

  • Those who cannot work due to a disability

or

  • Veterans with service-related disabilities

YOU MUST…

  • Own your home
  • Have occupied it as a primary residence at least 6 months out of the year

INCOME LIMIT

  • $58,423 maximum annual household income in the previous year

WAYS TO APPLY

  • Click here to apply online
  • Call 206-296-3920
  • Ask your local senior center if they help with applications

 

Senior/Disabled Property Tax Deferral


WHAT IS IT?

The ability for seniors & disabled people to defer unpaid property tax/special assessments, including back taxes for as long as you’ve owned the home. Deferred taxes + any accumulated interest then become a lien on the property until it’s repaid.


WHO QUALIFIES?

  • Seniors age 60+

or

  • Those who cannot work due to a physical disability

YOU MUST…

  • Own your home and have lived in it for more than 9 months in a calendar year
  • Meet an equity requirement

INCOME LIMIT

  • $67,411 maximum annual household disposable income

HOW TO APPLY

  • Call 206-263-2338

 

MORE TAX RELIEF PROGRAMS…

 

Limited Income Deferral

WHAT IS IT?

The ability to defer the second installment of your property taxes/special assessments (normally due October 31st) if you are a low-income homeowner. The deferred taxes plus interest become a lien on the property until they’re repaid.


YOU MUST…

  • Have owned your property for 5 years
  • Be living in the home as of January 1st of the application year AND more than 9 months during that year
  • Meet an equity retirement
  • Have already paid the first half of your taxes (due April 30th)

INCOME LIMIT

  • $57,000 maximum annual household income in the previous year

HOW TO APPLY

  • Call 206-263-2338

 

Homeowner Improvement Exemption


WHAT IS IT?

Relief from tax increases caused by major additions or remodels.


YOU MUST…

  • Own a detached single family dwelling (including mobile homes)
  • File your claim for exemption with the assessor BEFORE construction is complete

HOW TO APPLY

  • Call 206-263-2338

 

Flood & Storm Damage Property Tax Reduction


WHAT IS IT?

Tax relief for property damaged by something beyond the owner’s control. Eligible properties receive a reduction of assessed value resulting in lower property taxes. In addition, taxpayers can receive an exemption to keep taxes lower for the 3 years after they rebuild.


YOU MUST…

  • Have your property on the assessment roll as of January 1st in the year it was damaged
  • Have property that was destroyed, OR was in a declared disaster area and reduced in value by more than 20% as a result of the disaster

HOW TO APPLY


 

For more information on any of these programs, visit the King County Assessor’s tax relief page. You can also find info for other counties on the WA Dept of Revenue website.

 


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Community November 3, 2021

Give Back This Season

“We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.”

Giving to others can enrich our own lives in ways we never imagined. With that in mind, here are some of our favorite Seattle-area organizations who are in need of time, resources, toys, and more to help improve the lives of homeless and low-income families in our area. You might also check out these tips on how to make the most of charitable giving. Together we can make the holidays a little brighter for everyone!

 


 

YOUTH CARE: Homeless Youth Off the Streets Preparing for Life

Each night in King County, almost 1,100 unaccompanied youth and young adults experience homelessness on any given night, and around 70% of these youth sleep outside because of lack of shelter or housing. Why? A national study found that over 90% of homeless youth reported family conflict and 1/4 suffered from abuse and neglect before they reached the streets. YouthCare builds confidence and self-sufficiency for homeless youth by providing a continuum of care that includes outreach, basic services, emergency shelter, housing, counseling, education, and employment training. Lend a hand by donating most needed items, delivering a warm meal, hosting a virtual fundraiser, or hiring a YouthCare graduate.

http://youthcare.org/
(206) 694-4500
2500 NE 54th Street, Seattle

 


Northwest Harvest

Northwest Harvest’s mission is to end hunger in Washington. They partner with 375 food pantries, meal programs, and high-need schools across the state to provide nutritious food (an average of 2 million meals per month!) and promote good health for those in need. You can help by hosting a virtual food drive, making a cash donation, or volunteering (children age 9 and up can volunteer with you!).

http://www.northwestharvest.org/
1 (800) 722-6924
SODO Community Market Food Bank: 1915 4th Ave S, Seattle
Kent Warehouse: 22220 68th Ave S, Kent

 


http://www.marysplaceseattle.org/

Mary’s Place helps homeless women, children and families from the greater King County area. You can help by participating in their giving tree tag program now through December 11th. You can also volunteer your time, donate wishlist items, or share your used clothing, blankets, and coats.

http://www.marysplaceseattle.org
(206) 621-8474
Donation Center in SODO: 9 South Nevada St, Seattle
Mary’s Place at the Regrade: 720 Blanchard St, Seattle

 


 

Hopelink

Hopelink provides critical services to homeless and low-income families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities on north and east King County. You can help by donating to their Greatest Needs Fund, volunteering at one of their centers, participating in their Turkey Trot 5k fundraiser (virtual this year), or making a cash donation to support their “Lend a Hoping Hand” holiday giving campaign.

https://www.hopelink.org/
(425) 869-6000
8990 154th Ave NE, Redmond

 


 

Treehouse

 

Did you know less than 50% of Washington state youth in foster care graduate from high school? Treehouse seeks to level the playing field by providing academic and other essential support foster kids need to graduate at the same rate as their peers, with a plan for their future. You can help by hosting a holiday drive, purchasing items on their holiday wish list, volunteering, or donating.

https://www.treehouseforkids.org/
(206) 767-7000
2100 24th Avenue S./Suite 200

 


 

 

With a mission to help people in need of immediate food assistance, the Emergency Feeding Program partners with 120 local agencies to distribute 42,000 meals of quality, nutritional food per week and ensure that no one will go hungry tonight. Your volunteer time or cash contribution would be most appreciated.

https://www.emergencyfeeding.org/
(425) 277-0300
851 Houser Way N, Suite A, Renton

 


 

Eastside Baby Corner was founded by a local pediatric nurse concerned about the large numbers of babies in her practice who began life without basic essentials like adequate food, clothing, beds, or safety equipment. Today Eastside Baby Corner’s locations in Issaquah, Northshore and Bremerton collect, purchase, and distribute essential care items such as formula, diapers, car seats, warm coats, school supplies, and more for babies and children in need. You can help out by donating goods or cash, shopping off their wish list, volunteering or organizing a drive.

Eastside Baby Corner:
http://babycorner.org

(425) 865-0234
1510 NW Maple St, Issaquah

 


Toys for Tots

Last year, King County Toys for Tots donated 85,169 toys to 61,092 local children in need. Consider helping out this year by making a cash donation, donating a toy before December 15th, hosting a Toys for Tots event, or asking your organization to become a toy drop site.

https://fort-lewis-wa.toysfortots.org
Coordinator: GySgt Edward Chapman, 760-405-3203

 


Food Lifeline

Every year, nearly 40% of our country’s food ends up in landfills, while millions go hungry. Food Lifeline attempts to solve both problems by rescuing millions of pounds of surplus food from farmers, manufacturers, grocery stores, and restaurants. They then deliver this healthy and nutritious food to more than 350 food banks, shelters and meal programs across Western Washington–providing the equivalent of 201,000+ meals every day for hungry children, adults and seniors. You can help by volunteering (opportunities are available for kids as young as 10, too!), donating funds or hosting a food drive.

https://foodlifeline.org/
(206) 545-6600
815 S 96th St, Seattle

 


 

Wellspring

Wellspring helps low-income and vulnerable individuals, children and families in Seattle and King County address issues such as mental health, family homelessness, early learning, basic needs, and domestic violence intervention. Each year they help thousands of children and families break cycles of instability, homelessness, and adversity to achieve positive, permanent change. You can help by donating essential items, cash, or your old vehicle. You can also get your kids involved in the Kids Helping Kids youth philanthropy program.

http://wellspringfs.org/
(206) 826-3050
1900 Rainier Avenue South, Seattle

 


 

Seattle Children's Hospital Research Foundation

 

Founded and run by a group of philanthropic women over 100 years ago, Seattle Children’s mission is to provide hope, care and cures to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. You can help their patients by donating a new toy or gift card, volunteering, contributing funds, or supporting one of its guilds (such as the Project Kids Cancer Cure Guild).

http://www.seattlechildrens.org
(206) 987-2000
4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle

 


 

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Community November 4, 2020

Give Back This Season

Local Charities That Would LOVE Your Help

 

In his poem, When Giving Is All We Have, Alberto Álvaro Ríos wrote,

“We give because someone gave to us.
We give because nobody gave to us.
We give because giving has changed us.
We give because giving could have changed us.”

With need especially keen this year during the pandemic, many of us are looking for ways to be “the helpers” for others. Below are some of our favorite Seattle-area organizations who are in need of time, resources, toys, and more to help improve the lives of homeless and low-income families in our area. You might also check out these tips on how to make the most of charitable giving. Together we can make the holidays a little brighter for everyone!

 


 

YOUTH CARE: Homeless Youth Off the Streets Preparing for Life

Each night in King County, almost 1,100 unaccompanied youth and young adults experience homelessness on any given night, and around 70% of these youth sleep outside because of lack of shelter or housing. Why? A national study found that over 90% of homeless youth reported family conflict and 1/4 suffered from abuse and neglect before they reached the streets. YouthCare builds confidence and self-sufficiency for homeless youth by providing a continuum of care that includes outreach, basic services, emergency shelter, housing, counseling, education, and employment training. Lend a hand by participating in the Survival Needs Drive, delivering a warm meal, donating cash or most needed items, hosting a virtual fundraiser, or hiring a YouthCare graduate.

http://youthcare.org/
(206) 694-4500
2500 NE 54th Street, Seattle

 


Northwest Harvest

Northwest Harvest’s mission is to end hunger in Washington. They partner with 375 food pantries, meal programs, and high-need schools across the state to provide nutritious food and promote good health for those in need. You can help by hosting a virtual food drive, making a cash donation, or volunteering (children age 9 and up can volunteer with you!).

http://www.northwestharvest.org/
1 (800) 722-6924
SODO Community Market Food Bank: 1915 4th Ave S, Seattle
Kent Warehouse: 22220 68th Ave S, Kent

 


http://www.marysplaceseattle.org/

Mary’s Place helps homeless women, children and families from the greater King County area. You can help by participating in their giving tree tag program now through December 11th. You can also volunteer your time, donate wishlist items, or share your used clothing, blankets, and coats.

http://www.marysplaceseattle.org
(206) 621-8474
Donation Center in SODO: 9 South Nevada St, Seattle
Mary’s Place at the Regrade: 720 Blanchard St, Seattle

 


 

Hopelink

Hopelink provides critical services to homeless and low-income families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities on north and east King County. You can help by donating food or grocery gift cards to their food bank, or making a cash donation to support their “Lend a Hoping Hand” holiday giving campaign.

https://www.hopelink.org/
(425) 869-6000
8990 154th Ave NE, Redmond

 


 

Treehouse

 

Did you know less than 50% of Washington state youth in foster care graduate from high school? Treehouse seeks to level the playing field by providing academic and other essential support foster kids need to graduate at the same rate as their peers, with a plan for their future. You can help by hosting a holiday drive, purchasing items on their holiday wish list, volunteering, or donating.

https://www.treehouseforkids.org/
(206) 767-7000
2100 24th Avenue S./Suite 200

 


 

 

With a mission to help people in need of immediate food assistance, the Emergency Feeding Program partners with 120 local agencies to distribute 42,000 meals of quality, nutritional food per week and ensure that no one will go hungry tonight. With volunteering limited this year due to COVID, your cash contribution would be most appreciated.

https://www.emergencyfeeding.org/
(425) 277-0300
851 Houser Way N, Suite A, Renton

 


Eastside Baby Corner

 

Eastside Baby Corner was founded by a local pediatric nurse concerned about the large numbers of babies in her practice who began life without basic essentials like adequate food, clothing, beds, or safety equipment. Today Eastside Baby Corner’s locations in Issaquah, Northshore and Bremerton collect, purchase, and distribute essential care items such as formula, diapers, car seats, warm coats, school supplies, and more for babies and children in need. You can help out by donating goods or cash, shopping off their wish list, volunteering or organizing a drive.

Eastside Baby Corner:
http://babycorner.org

(425) 865-0234
1510 NW Maple St, Issaquah

 


Toys for Tots

Last year, King County Toys for Tots donated 85,169 toys to 61,092 local children in need. Consider helping out this year by making a cash donation, or asking your organization to become a toy drop site.

https://fort-lewis-wa.toysfortots.org
Coordinator: GySgt Edward Chapman, 760-405-3203

**2020 toy donation locations and times to be announced**

 


Food Lifeline

Every year, nearly 40% of our country’s food ends up in landfills, while millions go hungry. Food Lifeline attempts to solve both problems by rescuing millions of pounds of surplus food from farmers, manufacturers, grocery stores, and restaurants. They then deliver this healthy and nutritious food to more than 300 food banks, shelters and meal programs across Western Washington–providing the equivalent of 116,000 meals every day for hungry children, adults and seniors. You can help by volunteering (opportunities are available for kids as young as 6, too!), donating funds or hosting a food drive.

https://foodlifeline.org/
(206) 545-6600
815 S 96th St, Seattle

 


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Wellspring helps low-income and vulnerable individuals, children and families in Seattle and King County address issues such as mental health, family homelessness, early learning, basic needs, and domestic violence intervention. Each year they help thousands of children and families break cycles of instability, homelessness, and adversity to achieve positive, permanent change. You can help by donating to their Giving Together holiday campaign or getting your children involved in the Kids Helping Kids youth philanthropy program.

http://wellspringfs.org/
(206) 826-3050
1900 Rainier Avenue South, Seattle

 


 

Seattle Children's Hospital Research Foundation

 

Founded and run by a group of philanthropic women over 100 years ago, Seattle Children’s mission is to provide hope, care and cures to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. You can help their patients by donating a new toy or gift card, volunteering, contributing funds, or supporting one of its guilds (such as the Project Kids Cancer Cure Guild).

http://www.seattlechildrens.org
(206) 987-2000
4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle

 


 

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Real Estate April 15, 2020

Q1 2020 Reports: Market Update

Q1 Market Snapshot: Seattle & The Eastside

 

As we are fully entrenched in a new normal amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to note that the Q1 stats you see are based on pre-coronavirus closed sales activity and therefore largely untouched by our current market reality.

 

While Q1 serves as a pre-coronavirus benchmark, Q2 and Q3 will more accurately show the impacts of the (necessary) stay home order and resulting economic fallout. Our region stands to rebound more quickly than many US markets due to its pre-coronavirus strength.

 

Q1 saw a continued inventory shortage, although many homes were just queuing up to come on the market prior to the outbreak. Mortgage interest rates hit new lows in March (down about 1% from a year ago) bringing the typical monthly payment down significantly. For reference, a 1% change in interest rate equates to about a 10% change in buying power (i.e. an $800,000 home at 3.4% costs about the same per month as a $720,000 home at 4.4% interest).

 

Click or scroll down to find your area report:

Seattle | Eastside | Mercer Island | Condos | Waterfront

 


SEATTLE

There were 11.2% more Seattle home sales in Q1 2020 (1,632) compared to Q1 2019 (1,468). Seattle’s median sale price increased by an average of 3.4% in 2019 to $750,000. Lake Forest Park (+8.0%) and Queen Anne-Magnolia (+7.0%) were the area’s top performers. The Central Seattle was down 6.9% over Q1 2019, much of which can be attributed to fewer luxury market sales and a higher percentage of smaller homes transacting during that period.

 

In Q1, 68.0% of Seattle homes (all price points) sold at or above their listed price, while only 13.7% of homes priced above $1 million did so. The average number of days to sell decreased to 41 from 50 in Q1 of the year prior.

 

The highest Seattle home sale was a 1930-built Lake Forest Park waterfront home for $5,000,000 and the lowest was a 1955-built 2-bedroom Skyway home for $215,000.

 

Seattle Q1 2020 Recap

Click here to view the complete report for a neighborhood by neighborhood breakdown of Average Sale Price, size, and number of homes sold.

 

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EASTSIDE

In Q1, 64.6% of Eastside homes, and 28.6% of homes priced above one million dollars, sold for at or above their listed price.

 

The Eastside median sale price was $989,500 in Q1, up 6.8% over Q1 2019. South Eastside (+18.1%) and Kirkland (+14.1%) performed best, while Woodinville saw a 2.5% decrease in its median sale price. The highest sale was an $11.5 million Medina waterfront home and the lowest sale was a 1960’s Lake Margaret area cottage.

 

Eastside Q1 2020 Recap

Click here for the full report and neighborhood-by-neighborhood statistics!

 

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MERCER ISLAND

Mercer Island has seen a record shortage of homes on the market in Q1 with the lack of homes for sale dominating conversations between buyers and their brokers. There were 56 home sales in the first quarter, with only 6 homes sold below $1 million and 19 with sale prices above $2 million.

 

In Q1, 48.2% of all homes, and 12.5% of homes priced above two million dollars, sold for at or above their listed price. The highest Mercer Island sale was a $4.8 million waterfront home on the north-eastern tip of the Island. The lowest was a $815,000 renovation/rebuild ready rambler on West Mercer Way.

Mercer Island Q1 2020 Recap

Click here to view the complete report for a neighborhood by neighborhood breakdown of Average Sale Price, size, and number of homes sold.

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CONDOS – SEATTLE & EASTSIDE

Seattle’s condo median sale price was the same in Q1 2020 as in Q 1 2019 ($460,000) with 605 units transacting. The North Seattle (+28.3%) and Richmond Beach-Shoreline (+18.4%) outperformed the region while West Seattle condos were down 5.0% over Q1 of the prior year. In Q1, 53.7% of Seattle condos (all prices), and 3.1% of condos priced above one million dollars, sold for at or above their listed price.

 

On the Eastside, the median sale price was up 6.5% to $490,000. Woodinville (+21.4%) and Redmond (+17.2%) condos outpaced those in surrounding cities while East Bellevue condos sold for 23.2% less than in Q1 2019. There were 528 units sold on the Eastside this quarter.

 

In Q1, 67.4% of all Eastside condos, and 4.2% of those priced above one million dollars, sold for at or above their listed price.

 

Check out all of these factoids and more in the full condo report.

 

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WATERFRONT

The pace of waterfront transactions has been slowing over the past few quarters, driven in large part by fewer international buyers in the market. Even so, Q1 was markedly off for waterfront sales. The Eastside had 3 private waterfront home sales. Seattle had 8, Mercer Island had 2, and Lake Sammamish had no sales in the first three months on 2020.

 

The highest private waterfront sale in Q1 was on Lake Washington in Medina at $11.5 million. The most affordable waterfront sale was a $1.5 million Beach Drive West Seattle home with 22 feet of waterfront on Puget Sound. Note this report includes privately-owned, rather than shared, waterfront transactions only.

 

This top-level overview of the entire Seattle-Eastside private waterfront market, including Mercer Island and Lake Sammamish, provides a glance into the trends occurring in our region over time. Interesting, and certainly insightful, it in no way replaces an in-depth analysis on waterfront value provided by a savvy broker with years of local waterfront experience.

 

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