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Bremerton Attractions | Hyper Local Video | Driving the Manette Bridge

11-21-09
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Why is WSDOT replacing the Manette Bridge? The Manette Bridge, which was built in 1930, is structurally deficient and functionally obsolete.

Here are some up-to-date facts concerning the new bridge and its design per the WSDOT website - 

November 2009

The project team is currently finalizing design of the bridge. Advertises for bids in March 2010. Construction begins in summer 2010.

Roundabout on Manette side At the request of the City of Bremerton, the intersection on the Manette side of the new bridge will be configured as a roundabout.

More information on the frequently asked questions page. View a video of the proposed roundabout design.

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Bremerton Attractions | Hyper Local Video | Evergreen Park

11-21-09
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner: Real Estate Agent in Bremerton, WA
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Evergreen Rotary Park - 1400 Park Avenue Bremerton - Evergreen District

  • 10 acre
  • 1,900 feet of shoreline
  • 1 group shelter
  • 6 shelters
  • 39 picnic tables
  • 4 BBQs
  • 2 half-court basketball
  • Boat launches
  • Sand volleyball court
  • 75 parking spaces

Evergreen Park is the city's premier park with the highest use rates. The location is just amazing. I love just walking the trails and being able to just sit and watch people, birds and weather.

If you need a place for a family picnic this is the place. There are 5 shelters and 39 picnic tables. The park encompasses 10 acres and had 1900 feet of shoreline. And can you believe - A boat launch!

If you want to BBQ there are 4 located at Evergreen Park. If you want to have some games you could arrange to have a volleyball tourney with friends on the sand volleyball court. Or just shoot some hoops with your kiddos at the 2 ½ court basketball courts.

For the younger kids there is a huge play area with lots of climbing and imagination equipment. Plenty of parking (75 spaces) and if you need you can reserve a shelter by calling the Bremerton Park and Recreation department at (360) 473-5305.

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Bremerton Attractions | Hyper Local Video | Bremerton Harborside Fountain Park

11-21-09
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner: Real Estate Agent in Bremerton, WA
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Harborside Fountain Park - 251 1st Street Bremerton - Downtown - Harborside District

  • 5 fountains
  • Granite Sculptures
  • Naval History Museum
  • Waterfront Views
  • Restrooms
  • Tables and Benches

There are these five copper fountains that "burst" water into the air at different times and different intervals. I had no idea. I was just watching the water fall down the sides when all of a sudden "burst" and with this loud swishing water sound out came this large stream of water. I was so caught off guard that I screamed!! I was the only one in the park so that made me laugh!!

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Bremerton Attractions | Hyper Local Video | PSNS Memorial Plaza

11-21-09
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner: Real Estate Agent in Bremerton, WA
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After the September 11 attacks security for military installations around the country implemented new security measures, and bases in Kitsap County followed suit. The Navy proceeded to purchase land in downtown Bremerton adjacent to the Bremerton Puget Sound Naval Shipyard entrance for a security buffer. Instead of looking at some jersey barriers along the sidewalk the City of Bremerton had a vision that would lead to the creation of PSNS Memorial Plaza.



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Bremerton WA Real Estate |October Homes Sold | Homes Sold in Bremerton WA 2009

11-12-09
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner
Jo Soss :: 360-990-1433 :: Kitsap County Real Estate Broker-Owner: Real Estate Agent in Bremerton, WA
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Bremerton Real Estate

During the month of October there were 68 homes that sold in Bremerton. That is 14 homes less than in September. Seems odd since the NWMLS has reported such a surge in October Puget Sound wide due to the then planned end date of the first time home buyer tax credit. These Bremerton homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Bremerton Washington.

Let's look at those 68 Bremerton homes -

Average List Price

  • $203,933
  • $132 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

  • $202,524
  • $132 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 68 Bremerton homes was 1570 sq ft. These homes spent an average of 115 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 99.31 percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 99.31% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Bremerton, Washington. In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

It is finally official. The homebuyers' tax credit has been extended to April 30, 2010.

Check out some of Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data here - Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data FYI

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

Bremerton Real Estate 2009 Market Reports

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