Sell my house — Westwood Highlands Bellevue
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Adriano Tori
Founder & Designated Broker — RexMont Real Estate · WA Lic. #27660
Adriano leads RexMont Real Estate — the most-reviewed real estate brokerage in Seattle and the Eastside. 1,200+ closed transactions, $1B+ in production, and 1,242 five-star Google reviews.
Selling in Bellevue — the numbers
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What a Bellevue sale costs in Washington
The median asking price in Bellevue is $1.95M (Stats updated October 2026) and Washington excise tax on a sale at that price is $40,013. Asking prices of homes currently listed, not closed sales.
Sell fast or list
What a quick cash sale and a listed sale each net at the Bellevue median asking price
Same home, same October 2026 median asking price of $1,950,000, same mortgage payoff. The cash columns run the instant-offer range RexMont models, 5% and 15% below that asking price, as-is, with no commission and no prep; Washington REET, title and the payoff are still due.
- List on the open market
- $1,950,000 sale price
- $1,110,088
- Estimated net · baseline
- Cash offer 5% below asking
- $1,855,000 offer
- $1,130,675
- Estimated net · +$20,588 vs listing
- Cash offer 15% below asking
- $1,660,000 offer
- $942,013
- Estimated net · −$168,075 vs listing
The $188,663 between the two cash columns is what a written offer settles; a program fee or a repair credit deducted after inspection moves it further. Bring any offer you already hold: the review costs nothing and you keep every option, including taking the cash.
Compare a written cash offer against a broker-tested listing priceA modelling range RexMont uses until a written offer exists, not a quote from any buyer; program fees are not modelled. For context, Research summaries have placed the total cost of instant-offer programs to sellers at roughly 13–15% of the home’s value.
Washington REET tiers for a Bellevue sale
| Portion of sale price | State REET |
|---|---|
| Up to $525,000 | 1.10% |
| $525,001 to $1,525,000 | 1.28% |
| $1,525,001 to $3,025,000 | 2.75% |
| Above $3,025,000 | 3.00% |
| King County local REET — on the full price | 0.50% |
Each rate applies only to the slice of the price inside its tier; the seller pays at closing. Breakpoints move to $551,000, $1,551,000 and $3,051,000 for closings on or after January 1, 2027; rates unchanged.
State schedule (2023–2026 schedule) per the Washington Department of Revenue, verified October 2026. Local rate per DOR’s local REET rate table, rates effective May 2026.
Worked example at the Bellevue median
- Sale price (city median, rounded)
- $1,950,000
- Commission (5% total)
- −$97,500
- Washington REET (state + local)$30,263 state (2023–2026 schedule) + $9,750 local
- −$40,013
- Title and escrow
- −$2,400
- Pre-listing prep
- −$15,000
- Mortgage payoff (example: 35% of price)
- −$685,000
- Estimated net proceeds
- $1,110,088
Selling costs of $154,913 (7.9% of price), computed with the same function as the calculator below, on the 2023–2026 schedule. An estimate for planning, not a quote; your payoff, prep and title fees replace the example values.
Run your own Bellevue numbers belowFigures reviewed by Adriano Tori, Designated Broker and Owner, RexMont Real Estate · WA Lic. #27660 · market figures updated , REET schedule per the Washington Department of Revenue.
Market context
Westwood Highlands sellers win when buyers see the full value of location, schools, and condition.
Westwood Highlands sellers benefit most when their listing is priced accurately and positioned to reach the specific buyer pool driving demand in this Bellevue neighborhood. Hillside residential community. Homes here trade in the $1.0M – $1.6M range, and the spread between well-prepared and poorly-prepared listings is significant.
Bellevue School District access and commute convenience are the two variables most buyers evaluate first in Westwood Highlands. 15 min to Downtown Bellevue (Amazon Eastside). Listings that explicitly communicate school assignments and commute benchmarks to key tech employers reach the most motivated buyer profiles. RexMont builds this into listing strategy from day one.
RexMont prepares a locally-researched comparable analysis for every Westwood Highlands listing — not an automated estimate, but an agent-reviewed analysis of actual Bellevue closed sales. Combined with professional photography, pre-listing preparation guidance, and targeted digital marketing, this approach positions Westwood Highlands sellers to achieve maximum value with minimum days on market. 1,242 Google five-star reviews and $1B+ in closed production back every listing RexMont takes on.
Coverage
Service area at a glance
RexMont represents buyers and sellers across these Seattle and Eastside markets. Click any city for the full local guide.
Bellevue, WA
ZIPs: 98004 · 98005 · 98006 · 98007 · 98008
Schools: Bellevue SD
Medina, WA
ZIP: 98039
Schools: Bellevue SD
Clyde Hill, WA
ZIP: 98004
Schools: Bellevue SD
Mercer Island, WA
ZIP: 98040
Schools: Mercer Island SD
Kirkland, WA
ZIPs: 98033 · 98034
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Redmond, WA
ZIPs: 98052 · 98053
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Sammamish, WA
ZIPs: 98074 · 98075
Schools: Lake Washington / Issaquah SD
Issaquah, WA
ZIPs: 98027 · 98029
Schools: Issaquah SD
Newcastle, WA
ZIPs: 98056 · 98059
Schools: Renton SD
Woodinville, WA
ZIPs: 98072 · 98077
Schools: Northshore SD
Kenmore, WA
ZIP: 98028
Schools: Northshore SD
Seattle, WA
ZIPs: 98101 · 98109 · 98112 · 98115 · 98118
Schools: Seattle Public Schools
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Washington's state excise-tax breakpoints step up for sales closing on or after January 1, 2027 (rates unchanged). The calculator applies the schedule in force on this date.
Using the 2023–2026 schedule: 1.10% to $525K, 1.28% to $1.525M, 2.75% to $3.025M, 3.00% above, plus 0.50% King County.
Estimated net proceeds
$919,838
after $130,163 in selling costs (7.9% of price) and mortgage payoff
Estimates for educational purposes only. Not financial, tax, legal, or investment advice. Actual REET, commission, escrow, and payoff figures vary by transaction and closing date. King County REET shown is the state graduated tax plus the 0.50% local portion; the state breakpoints step up for closings on or after January 1, 2027. Verify current rates with WA DOR and your CPA before acting.
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FAQ
Questions buyers and sellers ask first.
Who buys homes in Westwood Highlands Bellevue?
Westwood Highlands attracts a mix of buyers including tech professionals commuting to Eastside and Seattle employers, families seeking Bellevue school district access, and move-up buyers from adjacent neighborhoods. 15 min to Downtown Bellevue (Amazon Eastside). Understanding the specific buyer profile for your home helps RexMont target marketing and position your listing for the most motivated buyers.
How should I price my Westwood Highlands Bellevue home?
Accurate pricing in Westwood Highlands requires a locally-researched comparable analysis based on recent closed sales within the neighborhood — not an automated online estimate. The range for Westwood Highlands runs $1.0M – $1.6M, but condition, updates, lot size, and view exposure create meaningful differences between individual properties. RexMont prepares a detailed comparable analysis before recommending a list price.
What is Westwood Highlands's strongest selling point for buyers?
Hillside residential community. Sellers who frame these advantages clearly in their marketing reach the most motivated buyer pool. RexMont's listing strategy positions each home around the specific value drivers that matter most to active Westwood Highlands buyers — whether that is school district, commute access, lot size, or neighborhood character.
How long does it take to sell a home in Westwood Highlands?
Well-priced and well-prepared Westwood Highlands homes in Bellevue typically receive offers within one to two weeks during active market windows (spring and early fall). Overpriced or under-prepared homes can sit for months and often sell for less than they would have with a stronger initial strategy. RexMont's 5-Star Listing Edge program includes pre-listing preparation guidance to maximize first-impression quality and minimize days on market.
Can RexMont help me sell my home in Westwood Highlands?
Yes. RexMont covers the full Bellevue market including Westwood Highlands and can provide a locally-researched comparable analysis, professional photography, targeted digital marketing, and full listing support. With 1,242 Google five-star reviews and $1B+ in closed production, RexMont brings proven results to Westwood Highlands sellers.
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