Archive for September, 2008
Vashon Solar Tour October 4th
The Vashon Solar Tour will be held Saturday, October 4 from 10 – 4 rain or shine. Eight homes will be featured in the all-solar event, and the Tour will showcase local renewable energy energy and plumbing installers. A variety of solar technologies will be demonstrated and the emphasis on education will benefit all interested participants! For more information, go to Vashon Solar Tour.
Vashon Real Estate Market Slows
Vashon Island real estate prices have fallen and inventory has grown in the first real downturn Vashon has experienced in 15 or 20 years. Buyers, particularly first-time buyers who can avail themselves of new government incentives, can find true bargains on Vashon.
Unfortunately, sellers are finding that traditional home marketing methods may not be adequate in this stagnant market.
Unique homes, waterfront properties or properties with special charms are still attracting buyers.
Windermere reports that 40% (67 homes) fewer homes were sold in the first 8 months of 2008 as compared with 2007 (107 homes). And time on the market has swelled from 58 days to 94 days within the same time period.
Prices have dropped 14% during this time period. And the number of sellers reducing prices is increasing.
See the complete September 24, 2008, Beachcomber article.
Vashon Island Kayak Rentals
What: Hourly rentals at Jensen Point Boat House at Burton Acres Park.
When: Memorial Day to Labor Day, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10 am – 5 pm. Later in September and on weekdays by appointment.
Vashon Island Bicycle Rentals
Absolutely the best way to see Vashon - Maury Island. Roads and drivers are bicycle friendly.
What: Hourly rentals for adults and kids. Guided tours of Vashon Island. Service, repairs, sales. Free trail maps.
Where: 9925 178th Ave. (behind movie theater). (206) 463-6225.
Farmers’ Market
When: Wednesdays 2 – 6 PM until October 15
Saturdays 10 – 2 PM until December 13
What: Fresh local vegetables and fruit including apples. plums, raspberriesmelons, corn squash, pumpkins and herbs, flowers and crafts including hats and scarves, jewelry, candles, furniture, tiles, soap, cards, cutting boards, knife sharpening and massage.
Where: the Village Green across from the Thriftway parking lot.
August 2008 King County Real Estate Statistics
08-08 King County Real Estate Statistics
By clicking the link above you’ll open a very informative PDF that provides valuable market data. Use the information it provides to help you determine the timing of your next move!
Vashon-Maury Island Heritage Museum
Vintage photo of the old Vashon Island ferry dock
The Vashon-Maury Island Heritage Museum is located at 10105 Bank Road in the town of Vashon. The building was originally a Lutheran Church built in 1907 and subsequently used as the home for Vashon Allied Arts and the Vashon Children’s Centre. The Museum houses a permanent exhibit, periodic special exhibits, a History Resource Room, and an extensive archive of island photographs and other materials.
The Heritage Museum is open on Wednesday’s from 1:00-3:00 pm and on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Vashon Island Ferries
Revalue Your Existing Ferry Card
Fauntleroy (West Seattle) / Vashon Schedule
Seattle / Vashon Passenger Only Schedule
Pt. Defiance (Tacoma) / Tahlequah (Vashon) Schedule
Washington State Ferry Cameras
Washington State Ferry Schedules
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