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I noticed on my drive home from work one day last week that the for sale signs had come down from in front of the million-dollar new construction on Avondale. Recall that just under a month ago, the price was dropped (again) to $1,275,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n

So did the house sell, or are they just taking it off the market, hoping to re-list with greater success in the spring? As it turns out, the answer is neither one. After getting no bites for six months, despite knocking $450,000 (28%) off the original asking price, the seller decided to fire their agent. The Coldwell Banker signs came down, and over the weekend, shiny new RE\/MAX signs were erected.<\/p>\n

And just like that, the property now shows up as “New on Market!” Although the asking price is holding steady at $1,275,000, at least they made an effort to make the listing<\/a> appear new, with all new pictures and an amusing new description.<\/p>\n

Old ‘n Busted:<\/p>\n

Remarkable new construction on 3+ private acres close into redmond. Easy 520 & 405 commute. Soaring ceilings, arches, granite, tile & hdwds. Craftsman wood details throughout. Massive north & south wings. Private master wing w\/library, office\/workout room, 2 large walk-in closets, w\/d hookup. Oversized 990+\/- sf garage w\/office & full bath. Spectacular waterfall cascading 30′ into pond. Gorgeously landscaped w\/abundant parking. Property in 2 large tiers. Upper tier could be cleared for horses.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

New Hotness:<\/p>\n

A warm & elegant tribute to the distinctive northwest craftsman lifestyle! New majestic custom home on over 3 peaceful, close-in acres w\/equestrian opp. Featuring glistening hardwoods in sun-filled rooms, arched doorways, library, slab granite, state of the art stainless steel gourmet kitchen-6 burner viking. Open & flowing w\/soaring ceilings, greatroom, dining, family~bonus designed for entertaining. Showcase master suite retreat w\/fplc, spa bath, dual closets. Caretaker-nanny-ext. Family wing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Maybe a glistening<\/i> new description is just what’s needed to finally unload this beast.<\/p>\n

Also, in case anyone was wondering, apparently home staging isn’t enough to move a property that’s simply overpriced. The Olympia property that was featured in an article on home staging<\/a> a month ago is still<\/i> active on the MLS<\/a>. So much for that open house bringing “similar results.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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