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FEATURES 12 Let There Be Light An Eclectic Kitchen Remodel Combines Traditional and High-Tech Design to Create a Dream Home

16 Condos on the Rise The Impact of the Condominium Act

20 The Buchanan House 1890 Kirkland Home Stands the Test of Time

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32 Welcome, Mayor Sweet City Council Selects Council Member Penny Sweet to Serve as Mayor of Kirkland

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Let There Be Light AN ECLECTIC KITCHEN REMODEL COMBINES TRADITIONAL AND HIGH-TECH DESIGN TO CREATE A DREAM HOME ARTICLE MARY BERNARD | PHOTOGRAPHY AGID

WHETHER BUYING A NEW OR PREVIOUSLY OWNED

(30-by-30 inches) in a diamond pattern throughout.

HOME, MOST PEOPLE EMBRACE ITS CHARMS

These tiles are made with through-body color rather

AND YET DREAM OF THE DAY WHEN THEY CAN

than being glazed and provide a deeply reflective sur-

MAKE IT TRULY THEIR OWN. The buyer of the home

face for the under-cabinet lighting.

featured here was no exception. Yes, the original decor was acceptable and even handsome, but he wanted

THE LIGHTING’S THE THING

something else—something timeless. Specifically, he

The owner actually brought the lighting he liked

wanted his home to be a castle. Obviously, that can

to one of the design meetings, and he and Amanda

mean different things to different people, and a moat

worked on where to put it and which surfaces it would

certainly was not in the offing. Nonetheless, that was

work best with. There is a control module (the cir-

the inspiration for the project, and it was up to Eastside

cular rainbow dial in the photo) for each level: soffit,

designer Amanda George of Amanda George Interior

over-cabinet, under-cabinet and bar area. Each mod-

Design to help him realize his vision.

ule allows for an array of colors and programmability. There’s an app that can be used to control the lighting,

CHOICES, CHOICES

or it can also be managed with Alexa. For example,

The first decision was to have a light palette, or as

one could say, “Alexa, turn on home from work,” and

Amanda put it, “white on white on white.” Surprisingly,

a specific lighting scheme would come on, Amanda

she says, whites are hard to match, so the challenge was

says. The homeowner is big on holiday ornamenta-

to use that palette while adding texture or complemen-

tion, and this fits right in with his desire to decorate

tary color for interest. For example, the backsplash is

for such occasions.

made with high-polished chrome elements, which lends

Although there is a stamped tin ceiling in other parts

it to being paired with a light gray (rather than white)

of the home that could have been extended into the

quartz countertop. The tidy installation of under-cabinet

kitchen, the homeowner opted for simplicity. Still, the

modular power strips rather than standard electrical

theme of luster is promoted through the use of crystal

outlet cover plates keeps the focus on the beauty of the

pulls on the glass-faced cabinetry and crystal chan-

material. The strips, which come in lengths from 12 to 36

deliers that reflect nicely in the polished flooring. The

inches and various configurations, also allow for custom-

metallic chrome backsplash and lit glass shelves in the

ization for specific power needs such as USB ports for

cabinetry also refract light and add sparkle and tex-

charging cell phones or other devices.

ture. The solely decorative glass-faced cabinet doors

Another big priority was the desire for a high-gloss

above the refrigerator use 1-inch beveled panes rather

floor as seen in some European castles and villas. The

than wood. A commercial-grade stove vent hood that

choice was to use highly polished white porcelain tiles

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Bright, shiny, open and airy, the kitchen has been reinvented.

Installing the floor tiles along the hallway centerline took some effort, but the result was worth it.

The modular lighting can be as dramatic or subtle as one desires.

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The polished chrome backsplash is complemented by the light gray quartz countertop. Note the under-cabinet modular power strip installation.

W h e t h e r b u y i n g a n e w o r p r e v i o u s ly owned home, most people embrace its c h a r m s a n d y e t d r e a m o f t h e d ay w h e n t h e y c a n m a k e i t t r u ly t h e i r o w n .

is installed flush with the ceiling keeps the overall look open and clean. The owner wanted new appliances as well, and the kitchen features a 36-inch commercial gas range in the island along with a 48-inch stainless-steel refrigerator. The under-cabinet lighting showcases this area as well. KITCHEN REMODEL…PLUS The remodel carries over into the living room and adjacent hallways, where the polished

porcelain

flooring

continues.

Amanda notes that getting the tiles to line up along the centerline of the hallway was laborious but worth the effort. In the living room, the porcelain flooring replaced the original hardwood, and the fireplace received a facelift with a new mantel and hearth. The entertainment cabinet next to the fireplace, originally intended for a television set, was turned into a glass-faced curio cabinet with modular lighting as used in the kitchen. HOME AT LAST Even the island lights up and showcases the new commercial-grade gas stove.

It is said that a man’s home is his castle, and now this owner has his. Is he happy with the result? When she asked him

The remodel carried over into the living room, with the new flooring, hearth, mantel and glass-faced curio cabinet.

about this, Amanda says he responded that every day when he walks into his house, it makes him smile. “It’s like Christmas.” If one can keep that spirit year-round, mission accomplished. To view more photos, visit LifestylePubs.com/Kirkland.

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The control modules for the lighting allow individualized color schemes for each space to fit the mood.

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C O N D O s o n

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THE IMPACT OF THE CONDOMINIUM ACT ARTICLE EDDIE CHANG | 張正禾 | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

t h e

OUT OF BALANCE If you watch the news or read any of the publications in the greater Puget Sound area, it’s no secret that our housing market is unbalanced and has been for many years. This seems to be the norm throughout

r i s e

the Seattle area, and Kirkland in particular can appear to be very out of balance depending on who you ask. AFFORDABLE DOWNSIZE One of the biggest missing segments in our market is the lack of affordable condominiums. Affordable condominiums are an important part of a stable housing economy because they provide entrylevel homes to people, and more importantly, options for seniors to downsize. Condominiums provide single-floor units without the dreaded stairs that our beloved seniors are no longer willing or able to tolerate. Usually, they require minimal upkeep and maintenance, which is the perfect combination for people to “age in place” rather than having to face another relocation later in life. However, after the Condominium Act revision in 2005, the number of condominiums that have been built is close to zero. Affordable condos for downsizing has always been a crucial part of the real estate cycle. In a typical lifetime, people will move a few times; either to a bigger home, a better location or for many other various reasons. Later in life, seniors typically downsize from a large home into a smaller, more manageable condo, which opens up their existing home for those who are looking to trade up. It creates inventory for those in other stages of their purchase cycle and subsequently aids in a stable economy. CONTINUED >

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OPEN HOUSE

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THE CONDOMINIUM ACT

SEEKING RESOLUTION

In 2005, there were a few “bad apples”

Because standard construction insurance

out there, putting out subpar products, both

contracts no longer covered condominium

in new construction and in condo conver-

projects, some insurance companies started

sions. Due to these issues and the special

offering specialty insurance for these proj-

assessments that arose and burdened

ects. However, the premiums are so high, it

homeowners, there was a revision to the

made potential projects too expensive. All of

Condominium Act which greatly increased

this has contributed to the lack of major con-

consumer protection. For four years after

dominium projects being built over the past

completion, it allowed the owners of condo-

10 years. As of now, we are starting to see

miniums a window where the builders are

more condominium projects entering the

still held liable under the statute of repose

market, such as Jade in Totem Lake or First

for any potential defects. As a result, over the

Light in Seattle. However, due to the high

past 13 years, several condominium projects

cost of insurance, these condominiums are

started engaging in lawsuits with the condo-

not by any means what most would deem

minium builders regardless of how large or

affordable. First Light is the opening salvo

small the issue, with some buildings having

of Westbank Development in Seattle. Prices

no defects whatsoever yet still somehow

there start at $500,000 for a 392-square-foot

involved in litigation.

studio with a range of up to $6.5 million for a

IF YOU WATCH THE NEWS OR READ ANY OF THE PUBLICATIONS IN THE GREATER PUGET SOUND AREA, IT’S NO SECRET THAT OUR HOUSING MARKET IS UNBALANCED AND HAS BEEN FOR MANY YEARS. THIS SEEMS TO BE THE NORM THROUGHOUT THE SEATTLE AREA, AND KIRKLAND IN PARTICULAR CAN APPEAR TO BE VERY OUT OF BALANCE DEPENDING ON WHO YOU ASK. HomeSight, a local nonprofit builder,

2,755-square-foot penthouse—not quite an

was sued over “potential defects,” stating

affordable option for most seniors and only

that there was potential for water damage,

the top luxury units can afford to absorb the

even though not a single drop of water had

cost of the premiums.

entered into the building from this potential

This year, Washington State Legislature is

defect. Due to the prevalence of these law-

ready to tackle the problems that have arisen

suits on condominium projects, construction

from the Condominium Act. There are differ-

insurance companies started abandoning

ent proposed fixes for the issues, and while

Washington State.

insurance companies will take time before insuring any new projects at a reasonable rate, hopefully we will take the first important step to affordable home ownership.

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ARTICLE MARY BERNARD PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

The Buchanan House BUCHANAN HOUSE, ALSO KNOWN AS THE TRUEBLOOD HOUSE, IS A HISTORIC KIRKLAND GEM THAT WAS PRESERVED THANKS TO EARNEST BUYERS AND COMMUNITY ENTHUSIASM. As an integral spot on the “Emerald Corridor,” King County has experienced tremendous growth, and with this comes the demand for land that can be developed for various commercial and residential purposes. Sometimes, that means older residences are sacrificed for these endeavors, and this appeared to be the possible fate of the Buchanan House in Kirkland. The two-story wood-frame structure was built in 1890 by Kirkland founder Peter Kirk and the Kirkland Land and Improvement Company. Its original owner, Dr. William D. Buchanan, Kirkland’s first physician, made his office at the residence, alongside his wife, Abbie.

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New owners and current residents, Drs. Dan & Kim Hartman

Dr. William Buchanan

T I M E L I N E 1889–1890

1889–1893

1916

1907–1909

1927–1945

Peter Kirk and the Kirkland

Delayed rail access and

Peter slowly sells off his land

The role of Dr. Trueblood’s

The Buchanan House is

Land

Improvement

uncertainty of a canal con-

holdings and moves to the

involvement is somewhat con-

believed to have turned

Company constructs a group

necting Lake Washington to

San Juan Islands where he

voluted, and the first recorded

over in ownership several

of homes for would-be steel

the Puget Sound, coupled by

passed away in 1916. Largely

mention of the Truebloods

times, at least every five

executives, one of which Dr.

the Great Seattle Fire of 1889

due to his groundwork,

was in a 1970 newspaper, but

years, but history evidences

William

Buchanan,

and the nationwide financial

Kirkland went on to thrive.

Dr. Trueblood’s wife’s son,

that J.L. Ringer occupied

Kirkland’s first physician, and

Panic of 1893 dampens

Albert Newell, and his wife,

the home from 1927–1945

his wife, Abbie, will purchase.

Peter’s enthusiasm, and his

Polly, did own the home

vision fails to materialize.

from 1907–1909.

and

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A SINGULAR VISION

Former owner Susan Creger recalls conver-

Peter Kirk envisioned a steel mill as the

sations during this time when historians sug-

town’s main commerce and built a group

gested it had been the home of Kirkland’s

of homes for would-be industry executives,

first physician, but somehow Dr. Trueblood

one of which sold to Dr. Buchanan. Peter’s

had been assigned that designation instead

vision failed to materialize due to “delayed

of Dr. Buchanan. To be clear, the Truebloods

rail access and the uncertainty of a canal

did have a long association with Kirkland,

connecting Lake Washington to the Puget

and Dr. Trueblood did practice medicine in

Sound.” His enthusiasm was further damp-

the city, but not from this house, according

ened by the Great Seattle Fire of 1889, which

to the CKLC application.

destroyed much of downtown, followed by the nationwide financial Panic of 1893,

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

according to a City of Kirkland Landmarks

Various criteria are used to determine the

Commission Planning Department registra-

historical and architectural significance of

tion application. Dr. Buchanan left Kirkland

Kirkland buildings. According to the CKLC,

within a year of the Panic, and Peter slowly

the Buchanan House meets the criteria in

sold off his land holdings, later moving to

numerous ways. For example, the home

the San Juan Islands, where he died in 1916.

“reflects an important chapter in the for-

Nonetheless, Kirkland went on to thrive.

mative years of medicine and medical care

Early owners of the Buchanan House

in Kirkland and Washington, when most

included Kirkland stalwarts. The Buchanans

services were performed by private phy-

were followed by the proprietor of the

sicians in their homes or via house calls.”

Pioneer Grocery and then a long-serving

Architecturally, “it is an excellent and intact

mayor and his wife. What is unclear from the

example of a late 19th-century Folk Victorian

historical record, according to the CKLC,

dwelling executed in the common gable-

is who actually lived in the residence and

front-and-wing form” that was popular

for how long. Indeed, this home is believed

throughout Washington and the U.S.

to have turned over in ownership at least every five years until J.L. Ringer owned it from 1927–1945.

IT TAKES A COMMUNITY The city of Kirkland has been recognized for its dedication to preserving the historical ori-

THE TRUEBLOOD DISCUSSION

gins of the city. While embracing development,

The role of Dr. Barclay Trueblood’s

it has also used zoning laws to help protect

involvement in the house is somewhat

historic neighborhoods that lend the city part

convoluted, but an examination of the his-

of its charm. Indeed, the Buchanan House had

torical record suggests the following. The

been listed on the National Register of Historic

CKLC registration application states that

Places, giving it honorary landmark status,

neither Dr. Trueblood nor his wife, Zarah,

but that did not mean it would withstand the

ever owned the house, and there is no evi-

pressures of the city’s growth.

dence of them having lived or worked there.

In 2016, the previous owners decided they

An indirect association is that Zarah’s son,

wanted to build a new, larger residence on

Albert Newell, and his wife, Polly, owned it

the property, but they were also open to the

from 1907–1909. The first recorded mention

idea of relocating the house to preserve it.

Drs. Dan and Kim Hartman, both

of the Truebloods is from 1970s newspaper

When a buyer was not found, the Nickel

coincidentally physicians, pur-

articles, published during the process of

Bros. Company, which is involved with

chase the house, secure a lot, and

nominating several Kirkland properties to

historic home preservation, purchased the

undertake the massive endeavor

the National Register of Historic Places. The

house, and the structure was moved to a

to relocate this historic home

confusion may have arisen from a hand-

temporary site until a more permanent solu-

to 129 Sixth Ave., just one block

written note on the King County property

tion could be found.

away from the original site and

record calling it the “Dr. Trueblood home,”

In 2017, Drs. Dan and Kim Hartman, both

in close proximity to many of the

but where the note came from is unknown.

physicians (coincidentally), purchased the

Aug. 15, 2017

city’s oldest surviving buildings.

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house and then had to secure a place for it. On Aug. 15, 2017, it was moved to 129 Sixth Ave. in the Norkirk neighborhood, just a block from the original site and home to many of the city’s oldest surviving buildings. The Hartmans recognize how special the house is and how unique it is to live in it. They have also expressed appreciation for the community’s enthusiasm to save this important piece of Kirkland’s history. “We truly love this house. Through the restoration process, we were able to preserve the majority of the house as when it was first built. We love to envision all the families who have called this their home and hope with all of the care and hard work of so many, it will continue to be a home for another 129 years." –The Hartmans To view more photos, visit LifestylePubs.com/Kirkland.

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the best

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FRESH BERRIES AND CREAMY CHOCOLATE GOODNESS ON A PLATE

chocolate strawberry cream cheese pie I ABSOLUTELY LOVE FRESH STRAW-

INGREDIENTS

BERRIES WHEN THEY ARE IN SEASON AND MY FAVORITE WAY TO ENJOY THEM IS WHEN THEY ARE COVERED IN CHOCOLATE! My mom was always a great cook, as is my sister. But I never did well following recipes because I loved improvising. A few years back, I was about to make a cheesecake and some chocolate-covered strawberries for a neighborhood barbecue. True to form, I went off the grid and came up with this beautiful pie! I have entered this recipe in contests three different times and won every time. If you would like to impress your family and friends, give this a try. Beautiful, delicious and EASY, I promise!

+ 1 1/3 C crushed graham cracker crumbs (substitute Oreo crumbs, if you really like chocolate) + 3 T granulated sugar + 2/3 C melted butter + 12 oz. softened cream cheese + 1 1/4 C semisweet chocolate chips (save 1/4 C for top) + 1/4 C packed brown sugar + 1 T vanilla + 12 oz. frozen whipped topping, thawed in refrigerator (very important!) + 1/2 in. square of paraffin + 1 QT fresh strawberries, sliced lengthwise about 1/8” thick

DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 325 degrees CRUST Combine cookie crumbs, sugar and butter well. Spray 9” pie pan lightly with cooking spray or lightly grease. Press crumbs into bottom and up sides of pan, distributing evenly. Bake for 10 minutes. Cool. FILLING Melt one cup of chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave. Be careful the chocolate does not burn. Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy with electric mixer. Add brown sugar and vanilla. Mix well. Add cooled chocolate. Mix well. Fold in the whipped topping. Spoon the filling into the cooled crust evenly, smoothing out the top. Cover with foil and chill at least four hours. TOPPING Don’t top until just a couple hours before serving as berries can get soft. Start at the outer edge of the pie and make a row of strawberries overlapping the edge of the pie pan a bit. Continue laying out strawberries in circular, overlapping rows. Save one whole berry for the very center of the pie. Heat paraffin and remain 1/4 C chocolate (add paraffin if chocolate is too thick to drizzle). Drizzle chocolate from a small spoon over berries.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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Center are proud to announce the

and a meet-and-greet with the artist.

long-anticipated return of the Kirkland

KPCenter.org

ROMEO & JULIET

zations are joining forces to present

Community Musical. Both organi-

Studio East

Meredith Wilson’s classic The Music

In the famous play, a feud between the

Man. KPCenter.org

ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL

Montague and Capulet families disrupts the city of Verona and causes tragic results for Romeo and Juliet. Lord Pringle’s production is set in West Virginia in the 1870s, "Hatfield-McCoy" version of revenge,

Kirkland Performance Center

Asleep at the Wheel is the winner of 10 Grammies and holds 20 singles on

KIRKLAND CIVIC ORCHESTRA

the Billboard country charts. Traveling

Northwest University

as an eight-piece band, Katie Shore,

tragedy for both families. Recommended

Kirkland Civic Orchestra is an all-vol-

Dennis Ludiker, Connor Forsyth and

for ages 9 and up. Studio-East.org

unteer classical symphony orchestra

Josh Hoag have instilled their unique

that plays at locations in the Eastside

style within the band. Between those

and Seattle area. Get tickets for

Texas Twin Fiddles and Boogie Piano,

regular season offerings and learn

you’ll be dancin’ and swingin’ when

AMAZING BUBBLE MAN

about special

the Wheel rolls in! KPCenter.org

Benaroya Hall and the Ballard Locks

love and a secret marriage that causes

performances

Kirkland Performance Center

by visiting KirklandOrchestra.org.

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences

Busoni: Vorspiel to the Geharnischte Suite

worldwide for decades while explor-

Vaughn Williams: Symphony No. 5

ing the breathtaking dynamics of bub-

Sibelius: Symphony No. 7

bles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. From square bubbles to rocket bubbles, tornado

28-31 TASTE WASHINGTON Various Locations

Taste Washington is back, and you’re

BIRD WALK AT JUANITA BAY PARK

most wine and food from one single

invited! A food and wine lovers’ wonderland, Taste Washington offers the

Juanita Bay Park

place, in one single place. With more

Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks

Join in on an early morning walk with

than 235 wineries, 65 restaurants and

of laughter and gasps of amazement

Mary Frances Mathis of the Eastside

some of the nation’s most talented

from all ages. KPCenter.org

Audubon Society to see what birds

chefs, it's the ultimate taste test. Get

are in the park and on the bay during

ready to drink and eat your heart out.

winter. Maybe the rare Bewick’s swan

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JUANITA BAY PARK INTERPRETIVE TOUR

preregistration is required. Bring bin-

bubbles to flying saucer bubbles, the

Juanita Bay Park

is still in residence, along with other tundra and trumpeter swans. No oculars and meet in the parking lot. EastsideAudubon.org

Eastside Park Rangers lead this easy one-hour walk on the first Sunday of every month. Children aged 6 and above, accompanied by an adult, are welcome. No pre-registration required. EastsideAudubon.org

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30-31 SEATTLE ROCK ORCHESTRA: LED ZEPPELIN III & IV Kirkland Performance Center

Seattle Rock Orchestra doesn’t hide behind a rock band; it is the rock band! SRO performs every blistering

Kirkland Performance Center

riff from Led Zeppelin’s explosive III

Don Felder is renowned as a former lead

and IV albums, including songs like

9, 10, 15, 16

guitarist of The Eagles, one of the most

“Immigrant Song” and “Stairway to

popular and influential rock groups of

Heaven" as they utilize strings, wood-

THE MUSIC MAN

our time. He originated the music and

winds, brass, percussion and a rotat-

co-wrote The Eaglesʼ biggest hit, “Hotel

ing cast of exciting guest vocalists to

Kirkland Performance Center

California.” Limited VIP tickets include

deliver tribute shows unlike any other.

Studio East and Kirkland Performance

access to "The Kirk," KPC’s VIP lounge,

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WELCOME, MAYOR SWEET CITY COUNCIL SELECTS COUNCILMEMBER PENNY SWEET TO SERVE AS MAYOR OF KIRKLAND ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF KIRKLAND

THE

KIRKLAND

CITY

COUNCIL

SELECTED

COUNCILMEMBER PENNY SWEET TO SERVE AS MAYOR FOR THE REMAINDER OF 2019 DURING A MEETING ON JAN. 2. The Council’s selection came after Mayor Amy Walen announced she’d be resigning from the City Council effective Jan. 31, 2019, to dedicate her time to serving in her newly elected role in the Washington State House of Representatives. Mayor Sweet began her first term on the City Council in January 2010. She served as Deputy Mayor from 2010–2011 and 2014–2015. Mayor Sweet has lived in Kirkland since 1985. In addition to serving on the City Council’s Planning and the Economic Development Committee and chairing the Public Safety Committee, Mayor Sweet is on the Board of Directors for the Cascade Water Alliance, the Kirkland Downtown Association and Hopelink. Mayor Sweet also serves on the SCA Regional Water Quality Committee, the Solid Waste Advisory Council and as the chair of Metropolitan Solid Waste Management Advisory Committee. “I would like to thank my fellow councilmembers for selecting me to serve the Kirkland community as mayor,” Mayor Sweet says. “I also want to thank Rep. Amy Walen for her leadership during her almost 10 years of dedicated service on the Kirkland City Council.” The City of Kirkland operates under the “council-manager” form of government, which means the mayor’s responsibilities are primarily to preside at council meetings and act as the head of the city for ceremonial purposes and for purposes of military law. The mayor votes as a councilmember and does not have veto power. More information on Mayor Sweet can be found on the City’s website: KirklandWA.gov.

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REALTY REPORT

KIRKLAND

NEIGHBORHOOD

REALTY REPORT

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Houghton

$1,100,000

100.00%

1.75

Rose Hill

$1,319,950

100.00%

119

3.25

West of Market

$1,595,000

$1,575,000

98.74%

2.75

Downtown

$2,299,000

$2,200,000

95.69%

4.5

North Rose Hill

$1,150,000

$1,058,000

92.00%

$3,500,000

100.00%

3.5

Juanita

$1,195,000

$1,110,000

92.88%

1.75

Downtown

$1,170,566

$1,174,966

100.37%

2.75

Totem Lake

$1,214,020

$1,224,020

100.82%

3.25

Juanita

$1,250,000

100.00%

2.75

Totem Lake

$1,349,950

$1,380,754

102.28%

3.75

Holmes Point

$2,150,000

100.00%

4.25

Finn Hill

$2,200,000

$2,190,000

99.54%

3.5

Totem Lake

$1,349,950

100.00%

313

3.25

Houghton

This data is a sampling of sold properties from January 2019. Source: IRES MLS system.

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