MATTHEW KOENIG

Established in Magnolia.
Advising Seattle and the Eastside.

REAL ESTATE GUIDANCE FOR A CHANGING REGION

I help buyers and sellers make clear real estate decisions that support both quality of life and long-term financial position.

Licensed since 2009, I focus on our region’s established neighborhoods and the forces reshaping them — technology, mobility, and growth.

My work often connects long-time homeowners preparing for a next chapter with modern professional buyers looking for the right place to build their lives.

Selected Recognition and Leadership

Top 5% of Seattle Real Estate Agents (RealTrends Verified)
Seattle Magazine Five-Star Professional Award Winner, 2015-2026
Magnolia Community Council, 2017-2023
Founder, Compass Tech Partners

ONE HOME. TWO SETS OF PRIORITIES.
I BRIDGE THE GAP

PRIORITIES OF LONG-TERM OWNERS

Legacy. Timing. Maintenance. Taxes. Family. What comes next.

PRIORITIES OF MODERN PROFESSIONAL BUYERS

Opportunity. Commute. Career flexibility. Equity growth. Long-term fit.

Jen

“Matthew is personable, trustworthy, professional and fun. A winning and successful combination!”

Patrick

“Matthew is simply amazing. He made the process easy for me. He helped me understand what to look for in each home I visited.”

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How Staying in Your Home for the Long Term Can Create More Freedom
How Staying in Your Home for the Long Term Can Create More Freedom

Staying in a home for decades can create more than stability. For Seattle homeowners who have built significant equity or paid off their mortgage, that equity can create flexibility—from staying in place to downsizing, moving closer to family, or changing how they use their housing.

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Should You Wait for Lower Interest Rates to Buy in Seattle? | Magnolia Real Estate
Should You Wait for Lower Interest Rates to Buy in Seattle? | Magnolia Real Estate

Waiting for lower interest rates may seem like the obvious strategy when buying a home in Seattle. But rates are only one part of the transaction. In neighborhoods like Magnolia, purchase price, inspection items, financing costs, and seller concessions can all affect the overall decision.

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Should You Price Your Magnolia Home High? When a Higher List Price Can Make Sense
Should You Price Your Magnolia Home High? When a Higher List Price Can Make Sense

Selling a home in Seattle? Pricing below market to create a bidding war doesn't always work. Here's when pricing on the high side may make sense — especially when your home stands out from the competition.

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Why Neighborhood Matters When Buying a Home in Seattle
Why Neighborhood Matters When Buying a Home in Seattle

When buying a home in Seattle, the house is only part of the decision. The neighborhood shapes your routines, relationships, experiences, and the life you build over time. Magnolia offers a useful example of why neighborhood can matter just as much as the property itself.

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Why Seattle Real Estate Is About More Than the House
Why Seattle Real Estate Is About More Than the House

When you buy a home in Seattle, you're buying more than the property itself. You're buying proximity to jobs, waterfront, parks, sports, culture, transportation, and the experiences that make Seattle such a desirable place to live.

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