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Real Estate on Bainbridge Island

Real estate on Bainbridge Island is shaped by more than pricing and inventory. Homes here are influenced by lifestyle, long-term ownership, land characteristics, and neighborhood context. Whether you are buying or selling, understanding these local nuances can make the process clearer and more successful.

As a local real estate advisor, my role is to help clients make informed decisions by providing clear guidance, thoughtful strategy, and a realistic understanding of how the Bainbridge Island market works.


Understanding the Bainbridge Island Real Estate Market

Bainbridge Island is a unique market within the region. Many homeowners stay for years—sometimes decades—which means inventory is often limited and homes do not always trade frequently. Pricing, buyer demand, and timing can vary significantly by neighborhood, property type, and condition.

Because of this, broad market statistics only tell part of the story. Local insight is essential when evaluating value, setting expectations, and determining the right approach for each individual situation.

For a deeper look at how location affects value and lifestyle, visit the Bainbridge Island Neighborhood Guide.


Buying Real Estate on Bainbridge Island

Buying a home on Bainbridge Island is often a thoughtful, long-term decision. Preparation and local understanding tend to matter more here than speed alone.


Work With a Local Advisor

Bainbridge Island neighborhoods differ widely in lifestyle, pricing patterns, and property characteristics. Working with someone who understands these distinctions helps buyers focus on homes that truly fit their needs, rather than relying solely on online data or averages.

Local insight can help buyers:

  • Evaluate neighborhoods realistically
  • Understand pricing context beyond recent sales
  • Navigate inspections and property considerations common to the island

For a more detailed overview of the buying process, see the Buyer Guide: Buying a Home on Bainbridge Island.


Establish a Clear and Comfortable Budget

Before beginning your search, it’s important to understand not just what you can spend, but what feels comfortable long term. This includes considering monthly payments, maintenance expectations, and potential future costs associated with island properties.

I’m happy to connect buyers with trusted local lenders who understand Bainbridge Island transactions and can help clarify financing options early in the process.


Be Prepared—Not Rushed

Homes on Bainbridge Island can attract strong interest, but successful buyers are not those who rush—they are those who are prepared. Having financing in place, understanding inspection norms, and knowing your priorities allows you to act confidently when the right home appears.

Preparation creates options. Pressure rarely does.


Selling Real Estate on Bainbridge Island

Selling on Bainbridge Island requires a thoughtful approach that reflects how buyers evaluate homes here. Preparation, pricing context, and neighborhood positioning often matter more than timing alone.

Sellers benefit from understanding:

  • How preparation impacts buyer confidence
  • Why pricing is influenced by more than recent sales
  • How neighborhood context affects demand

You can explore this in more detail in the Seller Guide: Selling a Home on Bainbridge Island.


A Thoughtful Approach to Bainbridge Island Real Estate

Whether buying or selling, real estate decisions here are rarely one-size-fits-all. Each property, neighborhood, and client goal requires a tailored approach rooted in education and planning.


My goal is to serve as a steady, informed resource—helping clients navigate Bainbridge Island real estate with clarity, confidence, and a long-term perspective.


If you’re beginning to explore your options, I’m always happy to be a sounding board and guide.

December 2025 Market Update for Bainbridge Island

sold listing

This Bainbridge Island gem is officially off the market, closing at $1,250,000. Congrats to our sellers, and welcome to the new homeowners!

SOLD LISTING - BUYER REP

This waterfront gem is now sold! With 3,564 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, bonus studio/office, and sweeping views of Admiralty Inlet and the Cascades—including majestic Mt. Baker—this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and serenity!

SOLD LISTING - BUYER REP

This peaceful .70-acre property tucked among the trees is now sold — and I'm thrilled for the buyers! With peekaboo views of Liberty Bay, refreshed interiors, and so much potential, this one checks all the boxes for privacy, flexibility, and location.

sold listing

This one had its ups and downs! It hit the market back in mid-March—before tariffs, before market jitters—and faced some challenges along the way. But sometimes, it just takes the right moment… and the right buyers walking through the door at the final open house!

Congrats to my wonderful sellers for staying the course!

Sold Listing - Buyer Rep

A huge congratulations to my wonderful buyers. We'd been working on finding the perfect place since Oct. 2024. 

This open floor plan, 2 bed, 2 bath gem with scenic outdoor views checked all the boxes! Conveniently located near the ferry and downtown Winslow. 

Sold Listing - Buyer Rep

I was thrilled to find this beautiful, 1,764 Sqft. home in town for my buyers. This exclusive sale was handled entirely in-house, with both buyers and sellers represented by Bainbridge Homes Real Estate. It was a seamless process and I'm proud to have helped my clients find their perfect first home!

Sold Listing

We chatted about her options of listing and downsizing. We thought it would be months out. 

Well from listing appointment to her finding and putting a contingent offer on a condo was just 3 weeks so we had to get her house on the market in 5 days! Within a few weeks we were pending.  

Sold Listing

Just one block from the ferry, this 1 bed, 1.5 bath, unit offered a prime location & easy walk to Winslow. My clients reached out on 5/11, we had it listed by 6/19 and received a full price offer contingent offer in 6 days! 

Sellers were beyond patient during this process and I wish them the best in their next chapter!

Sold Listing

Experience breathtaking views of the Puget Sound, Seattle skyline, and majestic Mount Rainier from this exceptional waterfront property on Bainbridge Island. Nestled within the landscape, discover not one, but two (2) homes that define the essence of island living. 

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