How Do you Measure a Good Buy?

I was doing some research for a friend who was relocating to Western Washington. As I pulled up house after house in a variety of neighborhoods, we started to look more at what the prices in each were, and the communities that they offered as a gage for where she wanted to live. Below is a comparison of Renton, Washington- close to Seattle and Tacoma, as compared with Mason County just 30 minutes from the Tacoma Narrows Bridge deck. Both offer great amenities. Their difference would be urban and more rural.

Renton: Average Cost per Sq. Ft. Average Sq. Ft. Average asking price

$189.00 1347 $237,321.00

Mason County: $155.00 1615 $228,202.00

The values seem to be in Mason county. It all depends on what you are looking for, and what it is worth to you. If you are in the market for a new home, give me a call and I will put the numbers to the test and do a market analysis before you purchase. It is important to be educated on the communities, and what they offer before making an educated decision on where you will buy your next home.