Lake Stevens, WA

The UPI is reporting today that the Lake Stevens area outside of Everett is one of the top ten areas in the country when comparing the list price of a home to the actual selling price. Not a bad thing for sellers in the area!

The question that my researcher had for me was ‘why?’. The answer is partly because people are still buying homes in the Seattle area, and second is the availability of 0% down payment home loans. What? You thought those had all died out? Nope, two still exist! The USDA Rural Home Loan and of course VA loans. Both obviously come with their own set of conditions and restrictions.

It is my professional opinion that people are willing to pay a premium for homes in the Lake Stevens area because they qualify for no down payment home loans. Additionally, there are many new home developments in that area that qualify for the USDA loans. This means that buyers can get into a home with very little money AND don’t have to deal with the head aches and delays associated with buying a home going through a short sale.

If you take those two factors into consideration, it is no surprise that the Lake Stevens area is getting a lot of interest lately! If you are looking for a home in an area that might qualify for the USDA 0% down payment home loan and have questions or need help finding a property that qualifies, give me a call at 425-773-3149. I have helped several clients find great homes that qualified for zero down loans and I can help you too!

Are you looking for a wooded paradise in Snohomish County to call home? Welcome to The Preserve at Lake Cassidy, located just north of Lake Stevens. Picture looking out your window and seeing the neighborhood deer (at last count there's 5 of them, up from 3 last year) walking through a neighbor's yard, going from one feeding spot to another. Or maybe you are out in the backyard playing with the kids or dogs and two Bald Eagles fly just overhead.

About the Location and Lake
The Preserve at Lake Cassidy is situated approx. one mile from the Centennial Trail and is within walking distance of Lake Cassidy, utilizing a series of wooded paths winding through the outskirts of the community. Lake Cassidy is a small fishing lake allowing 10 hp max boats with a speed limit of 8mph. It's peaceful, serene and beautiful. There is a public boat launch off 99th (west side of lake) with parking. On the east side of the lake (along the Centennial Trail - no vehicle parking) there is a public fishing dock.

About the Homes
The homes here are situated on estate sized lots, most being about 3/4 acre, while other lots could be up to approx. 1 acre. All feature at least 3 car garages, while some have 4-car garages. Some owners have built workshops or guest houses on their properties. Many properties border NGPA land with towering evergreens.

Current Market
As of 2/22/08 there are 10 homes listed for sale, ranging in price from $385,950 to $538,950 and in size from 2005 square feet to 2620 square feet. In the last six months five homes have sold ranging in price from $519,950 to $584,950 and in size from 2006 square feet to 2900 square feet. Some of the larger homes in the community are over 3000 square feet.

If you would like to see any of the homes available in The Preserve at Lake Cassidy, or any other community please call me.

New to Western Washington? Are you considering moving to the Emerald State? Just ask for my Welcome Home Washington booklet filled with helpful information about the area.

Thinking of buying or selling? I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you! Tina Faust provides full time real estate expertise and advice to buyers, sellers, corporate and military relocations, new home purchases and investors.

Buyers: My services to you are FREE; Sellers: I don't get paid unless your home sells. I look forward to hearing from you!

Tina Faust, GRI
RE/MAX Champions
Direct: 425-374-2728
Email: Tina@TinaFaust.com
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