Realogics Sotheby's International RealtyCeleste Zarling | Lifestyle & Real Estate Advisor

2725 197th Pl SW #B, Lynnwood, WA 98036

Your Lynnwood Townhome Strategy: Aligning the $800K Goal With Your October Timing

Priyanka, following our conversation regarding your current tenant's October transition: you now have your detailed comparative market analysis. Let's talk through what the sales data means for your plans and explore direct, off-market investor avenues to make your next step clear and effortless.

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October 2026 Lease HorizonOff-Market / Investor FocusText Confirmation First

Strategic Alignment

A plan built around your next chapter.

As an active real estate investor, you know every property decision comes down to leverage, certainty, and timing. Here is how meeting with Celeste helps you make a clear decision:

Targeting Your $800K Valuation

Your 1,896 sq. ft. layout is the largest among neighborhood townhomes. We evaluate how to position that premium space to investors seeking turn-key Lynnwood rental yields near the light rail corridor.

Seamless October Lease Timing

With your tenant moving out this October, you hold the freedom either to secure a qualified private investor buyer without showing disruption, or seamlessly re-tenant if terms don’t meet your baseline.

Private Off-Market Network

Because you already work with your own representation and prefer direct/off-market offers over public listing hassles, we focus on pre-vetted buyers and 1031 exchange investors ready to move.

Direct Answers

Addressing what's holding you back.

Answers tailored to your investment priorities, tenant schedule, and pricing expectations.

Recent neighborhood closed sales range from $629,000 to $710,000, averaging $395–$426 per sq. ft. However, your townhome is 1,896 sq. ft.—significantly larger than recent sales, with a 3rd-floor finished flex space and new AC. Reaching the $800K mark is achievable primarily by connecting with off-market 1031 exchange or long-term rental investors who recognize turn-key Lynnwood cash flow.

Market Evidence & Positioning

What recent sales tell us about your home.

Source: Comparative Market Analysis — October 5, 2026 prepared by Celeste Zarling, Realogics Sotheby's International Realty.

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Subject Property

2725 197th Pl SW #B, Lynnwood, WA 98036

3 Beds • 2.50 Baths • 1,896 Livable Sq. Ft. • Attached 2-Car Garage • Finished 3rd Floor Flex Attic

Target Price$800,000

OccupancyTenant vacates Oct

Closed SaleSold: 7/9/26

20831 28th Avenue W #A

MLS #2521131 • Lynnwood, WA 98036

$710,000

$426 / sq. ft.

3 Beds • 2.5 Baths • 1,665 sq. ft.

Market Time: 4 Days

Key Comparison: Highest closed townhome sale in the area ($710K, $426/sq.ft.) selling in just 4 days at 101.4% of list. Your home has 231 more sq. ft., supporting a premium tier for ready buyers.

Active CompetitionActive

2733 197th Lane SW #B

MLS #2590262 • Lynnwood, WA 98036

$684,950(Asking Price)

$385 / sq. ft.

3 Beds • 2.5 Baths • 1,781 sq. ft.

Market Time: 4 Days

Key Comparison: Direct neighbor on 197th Lane asking $684,950 at $385/sq.ft. Active asking prices test the market without closed confirmation; your 1,896 sq. ft. offers 115 sq. ft. more livable space.

Closed SaleSold: 7/8/26

2502 204th Place SW #B1

MLS #2514771 • Lynnwood, WA 98036

$635,000

$358 / sq. ft.

3 Beds • 2.25 Baths • 1,775 sq. ft.

Market Time: 41 Days

Key Comparison: Closed at $635,000 after 41 days ($358/sq.ft.). Demonstrates price resistance for layouts lacking updated functional flex spaces like your finished 3rd floor.

CMA Key Takeaways & Positioning:

1. Significant Size PremiumYour 1,896 sq. ft. layout exceeds average closed comps (1,668 sq. ft.) by 228 sq. ft. At $426/sq.ft. demonstrated by recent sales, size alone adds strong value.

2. Market VelocityClosed comps averaged 15 days on market at 99.71% of list price, confirming immediate buyer demand for quality Lynnwood attached properties.

3. The $800K StrategyWhile conventional MLS townhomes trade around $635K–$710K, $800K is best pursued through private off-market placement targeting yield-focused 1031 investors.

Data cited from CMA Report dated October 5, 2026. List price recommendations are reserved for private review with Celeste.

Optional Marketing Strategy

Could First Look option fit your timing?

First Look is an optional NWMLS listing stage that allows your home to be marketed for up to 21 days while we prepare for an Active launch. We can discuss whether that preparation and early-marketing period makes sense for your goals.

Showings and online distribution depend strictly on your instructions, respecting your tenant’s final weeks.

Listings are available to all NWMLS member brokers and their clients, testing buyer appetite without accumulating public market days.

First Look history remains recorded in NWMLS. We can review whether this fits your timeline on our call.

Low-Pressure Strategy

Let's turn the information into a clear next step.

Booking a 15-minute conversation with Celeste and Chad is an opportunity to evaluate a personalized selling plan without committing to sell.

Property & Updates Review

Review your home's layout, brand-new AC, and 3rd-floor flex space to evaluate how condition and features affect positioning.

Off-Market Investor Demand

Discuss presenting your home directly to qualified private buyers seeking rental investments near Lynnwood City Center.

October Lease Decision Matrix

Outline timing and clear parameters: if a strong $800K offer is secured, proceed smoothly; if not, re-rent with complete peace of mind.

Direct Scheduling

Select a convenient time for our callback.

Per your preference, we will text you first before calling. Choose a time below to connect with Celeste and Chad regarding 2725 197th Pl SW #B.

Celeste Zarling & Chad

Property Strategy & Offer Discussion

15 Minutes • Direct Advisory Call (Text first per Priyanka's request)

Personalized Documentation

Download Priyanka's Selling Plan & CMA Summary

A verified summary of your Lynnwood property positioning, October transition roadmap, and key comparable findings to review or share.

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