Welcome October!

As the leaves turn and pumpkin spice everything appears, October isn't just about costumes and candy – it's also a fang-tastic time to sink your teeth into the real estate market!

Whether you're haunting for your dream home or considering listing your current abode before the ghoulishly busy holiday season, this month offers some unique opportunities. The market might be a little less "boo-sy" than the summer, but that can be a treat for buyers looking for less competition and sellers who want to stand out.

Thinking of making a move? Don't be a scaredy-cat! With cooler weather perfect for open houses (and avoiding melting in the summer heat!), and motivated buyers looking to settle before the snow flies, October can be a real estate sweet spot.

So, don't let this opportunity vanish into thin air. Let's treat the October market as your next big opportunity. After all, in real estate, timing is everything, and sometimes, the biggest treats come when you least expect them!

Happy House Hunting (or Selling!) and Happy Halloween!

 

Real Estate in the News

From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy. Homes were listed one day and gone the next. Sometimes it only took hours. You had to drop everything to go and see the house, and if you hesitated even slightly, someone else swooped in and bought it – sometimes even sight unseen.

 

Word Around the Block

New & Anticipated Bellevue Restaurant Openings for Fall 2025

Bellevue's dining scene continues to grow with exciting new spots opening this season. Keep an eye out for a modern Japanese izakaya downtown, a rooftop wine bar near Lincoln Square and a family-friendly farm-to-table cafe in Old Bellevue.

 

Ten Spooktacular Halloween Festivities in Downtown Bellevue

After long months of warm weather, spooky season is finally upon us! Halloween in Downtown Bellevue brings a frightfully fun time for everyone.

 

Local Events

Family Charm at Serres Farm

October 2 - 31

Serres Farm opens it's doors in October to a pumpkin patch filled with fun varietals like Jack be Littles, Jack O'Lantern, Baby Boo, Knucklehead, Warty Goblins, Long Face, White Ghost pumpkins. There will be duck races, fun rides on the train for kids and adults, and a corn maze to explore.

 

Bellevue Botanical Garden Fall Colors Tour

All October

This is an ongoing activity, enjoy the crisp autumn walks among vibrant seasonal foliage through bellevue's very own botanical garden.

 

Tips & Tricks

5 Exterior Paint Color Trends Boosting Curb Appeal in 2025

From soft and welcoming to bold and statement-making, these are the paint color trends transforming home exteriors this year.

 

Fall Front Entry Ideas You'll Want to Copy ASAP

Celebrate the season in style with a welcoming fall front entry display.

 
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Compass National Market Insights - September 2025