SOLD in 2 Days With 2 Offers!
This darling home, in the Rose Hill neighborhood, sold in 2 days and had 2 offers!
If you or anyone you know is looking to buy or sell a home, please contact me at 206-334-6761 or Stephanie@cooperjacobs.com. I specialize in the NE Seattle area but I’m happy to look at your neighborhood too!
Room & Board To Replace Barnes & Noble At University Village
The Seattle Times announced today that the modern furniture store, Room & Board, will be taking 27,000 sq. ft. of the space formerly occupied by Barnes & Noble at University Village. The remaining 19,000 sq. ft. has yet to be leased.
This announcement comes as shock to many NE Seattle residents as Barnes & Noble became a “home away from home” for many. I for one will miss the book store immensely.
If you or anyone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in NE Seattle, please give me a call! 206-334-6761 or Stephanie@cooperjacobs.com
Easy and helpful tips to winterize your home.
Old Man Winter is back and since the forecast is calling for a colder and wetter winter this year, be prepared. Below are 7 easy and helpful tips to get your home winterized.
1. Stop Drafts!
The U.S. Department of Energy reports that a simple draft can waste between 5-30% of energy use. If you feel a draft coming in from under a door simply roll a towel and place it along the bottom of the door. You can purchase fancier versions of this but a towel works great. Make sure that drafts are not affecting your thermostat. A draft can give your thermostat a false reading and therefore cause it to work overtime. If you have drafty single-pane windows, pick up a Window Insulation Kit for under $10.00.
2. Change Furnace Filters!
During the heating season you should change your furnace filters once a month. Dirty filters restrict air flow therefore increasing energy demand. You may also consider switching to an electrostatic filter. Electrostatic filters catch between 40-70% more debris than fiberglass filters. Even better are HEPA filters which gather up to 99% of debris such as molds, bacterias, pollen, viruses, etc.
3. Drain A/C & Water Lines!
Simply drain any hoses or A/C pipes and be sure there is no pooling water in the equipment. Make sure all outdoor hoses are rolled up and stored away for the winter. Cover any hose bibs with some type of insulator. You can purchase a hose bib cover for under $5.00
4. Turn Down Your Water Heater!
Most home water heaters are set at 140 degrees but most of us don’t use or need water that hot. However you are paying extra for the energy it costs to heat the water. Turning down your water heater can save you between 6-10% on you heating bill.
5. Tune Up Your Furnace!
Keeping your furnace clean, lubricated, and properly adjusted can save you up to 5% on your energy bill. If your furnace is old, it might be time for an upgrade. New furnaces can be expensive but it will save you in the long run.
6. Reprogram Your Thermostat!
It’s probably not necessary to keep your heat on all day long. Set your thermostat to come on 1 hour before you get home and turn it off at night when you go to sleep. Did you know that every degree you turn down your thermostat can save you between 1-3% on your heating bill?
7. Insulate Your Attic Floor and Basement Ceiling!
We all know that heat rises and if your attic is not well insulated, the heat goes up and out. Adding insulation to all interior walls can make a huge difference as well.
URGENT CARE CLINIC at Seattle Children’s NOW OPEN!
It’s 5:30 pm and you suspect your child has an ear infection. Your pediatrician’s office is closed and your only option is the emergency room at Seattle Children’s. Not anymore.
If your child has a NON life threatening illness you can now take him or her to the new Urgent Care Clinic located at the Whale 4 entrance at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
Hours of operation are as follows:
Monday-Friday 5 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
(206) 987-2211
Seattle Children’s Hospital is another great reason to live in or near NE Seattle! If you’re planning to move to the NE Seattle area please contact me!
stephanie@cooperjacobs.com
SCHOOLS OUT Basketball Clinic in Fremont!
November 21-23 there is NO SCHOOL … ALL HOOPS!
Who: Boys and Girls, Grades 1-5
What: Join coach Watts and his staff for a day full of skills, drills, games and prizes!
Where: Fremont Sound Mind and Body
When: Monday-Wednesday, November 21-23, 9am-3pm
Cost $150
Register https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=756&GroupID=79873
Hairspray, The Musical at Seattle Musical Theater Nov 11-Dec 11, 2011
Seattle Musical Theater is proud to present the musical HAIRSPRAY!
Showing from November 11 – December 11, 2011.
Friday & Saturdays @ 7:30 p.m.
Sundays @ 2:00 p.m.
Seattle Musical Theater is located in Magnuson Park in NE Seattle.
7200 Sand Point Way NE – (206) 363-2809
If you’re planning on seeing a show or moving to the area, let me know! I’d be happy to tour you around NE Seattle and show you any NE Seattle properties currently available.
Fire Station #38…Your New Home!
Ever dreamed of owning your own fire station? Now’s your chance! Last month the Seattle City Council approved the sale of 2 vintage fire stations, one of which is located in the Bryant neighborhood of Seattle…old Fire Station #38!
Though owning your own piece of Seattle history seems like a lot of fun, do your research as this property comes with some challenges.
The first being the layout. The firehouse was designed to house firefighters and equipment so expect a lot of chopped up spaces. Secondly, think you want to paint your new fire doors green? Not so fast. Before making changes to architectural features on the front exterior of the structure, you must first consult the city’s Landmark Preservation Board.
Click here to check out the new Fire Station #38 which recently moved to the nearby neighborhood of Hawthorne Hills. Great news about this is that all the proceeds from this Seattle real estate sale go directly to benefit local firefighters.
I am also happy to show you this or other NE Seattle properties.
Kids Spooky Sprint Fun Run – Magnuson Park
Looking for a fun and spooky NE Seattle Halloween adventure for your kids? Come run the “Spooky Sprint“!!
1 or 2 mile fun run for kids ages 3-5 & 6-12
Dress in Costume!! Food and Prizes!!
Rainy grey weather getting you down? Join the MAC!
It’s that time of the year again when we see little of the sun and a lot of rain. Do you enjoy exercise but just can’t get outside? Check out the new Magnuson Athletic Club (MAC) located in Warren G. Magnuson Park.
The MAC opened their doors in December, 2010 after 
converting a 1930′s airplane hangar into a fully equipped workout facility. Aside from the fact that it’s just a great place to workout, you can enjoy tremendous views of Lake Washington, abundant nearby parking, state of the art fitness equipment, and a full size basketball court. When you’re all done with your workout don’t forget to book a massage from a MAC massage team member! Interested in playing hoops? Join a basketball league! Have kids between the ages of 6 months and 14 years? Check them in at the MiniMAC 7 days a week!
The staff is friendly and eager to help you reach your goals. Don’t wait one more minute! Join the MAC today!
This is just one more reason why I love living and working in NE Seattle – If you need help from a NE Seattle Realtor, please feel free to call me.
A Brief History of View Ridge
View Ridge, although not having fixed boundaries, can be thought of as NE 65th Street in the south, 40th and 45th Avenues NE in the west, Sand Point Country Club in the north, and Sand Point Way in the east.
View Ridge was first settled in 1936 by Ralph Jones and Al Balch. After purchasing 10 acres, Jones and Balch cleared trees to create views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains. After selling properties between $450.00-$940.00, they were able to expand their efforts and buy more land to reach the current boundaries of View Ridge.
Looking for a Seattle view property? Many of the homes in View Ridge offer breathtaking views of Lake Washington, Mount Rainier, and the Cascade Mountain Range. Looking for a fantastic Elementary school? View Ridge Elementary is considered to be one of the best elementary schools in the state of Washington according to www.Greatschools.com.
If you’re considering a View Ridge property or another NE Seattle home, please feel free to contact me.