Real Estate Insights From Mark Popach
Market updates, buyer guides, and seller strategies for every city on the Eastside. Written by Mark Popach.
Bellevue’s housing market split in two in the first half of 2026. The mid-tier single-family segment, homes priced $1.4M to $2.0M, is still moving fast. The condo market has shifted toward buyers, with more inventory, longer days on market, and room to negotiate that did not exist a year ago. And the luxury tier above $2.5M is running on its own timeline entirely. Understanding which market you are actually in is the difference between overpaying and winning.
Buying a home in Bellevue? One number will not tell you much. The citywide median is around $1.5 million in 2026.
Most buyers who end up choosing between Bellevue and Kirkland do not make a bad decision. Both cities are genuinely good places to live.
Relocating for a role at Amazon or Microsoft often starts with excitement and quickly turns into a series of decisions that feel more complex than expected. Where you live affects
Why 2026 Will Be a Defining Year for Luxury Condo Buyers in Bellevue Bellevue’s luxury high-rise condo market has always been shaped by scarcity. The most desirable residences rarely come
The New Center of Lakefront Living For years, Seattle defined Pacific Northwest waterfront prestige. Today, more buyers are crossing the 520 bridge and calling Kirkland home. The reasons are not
The Dream of Bellevue Waterfront Living Understanding Market Dynamics and Investment Logic Bellevue’s waterfront real estate represents the pinnacle of Pacific Northwest living and one of the region’s most secure
Updated June 2026 | By Mark Popach, Popach & Co. When buyers first look at Issaquah and Sammamish, they are often surprised by how different the two cities feel despite
When most people think of Redmond, Microsoft comes to mind first. That association is accurate and it is also incomplete. Redmond is now one of the most consistently in-demand residential
A Lake That Redefines Home For many Eastside residents, Lake Sammamish is more than a body of water. It represents a lifestyle built around balance, beauty, and calm. From sunrise
Thinking About Mercer Island? Whether you are buying your first home on the island or ready to sell, Mark Popach works directly with every client from start to finish. No
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