Resale Homes
Resale homes can offer established neighborhoods, mature landscaping, larger lots and architectural character that may be harder to find in newer developments.
When buying a resale property, it’s important to look beyond finishes and staging. Age of major systems, roof condition, inspections, repairs, neighborhood trends and comparable sales can all influence both value and your overall ownership costs.
The Maxey Home Team can help you evaluate properties, understand local pricing and negotiate terms based on the condition of the home and current market.
New Construction
New construction gives buyers the opportunity to purchase a newly built home with modern layouts, updated building standards and, depending on the stage of construction, options for finishes or upgrades.
The process can be very different from purchasing a resale home. Builder contracts, deposits, construction timelines, lot premiums, upgrade selections and incentives all deserve careful review.
The Maxey Home Team works with local and regional builders and can help buyers compare communities, available homes and builder opportunities throughout the South Sound.
Land & Build Opportunities
For buyers who want more control over location, design or property size, purchasing land can be the first step toward building a custom home. But not every parcel that looks buildable actually is.
Before purchasing land, buyers should consider:
- Zoning and allowed uses
- Septic or sewer availability
- Water access
- Utilities
- Wetlands and critical areas
- Road access and easements
- Site preparation
- Permitting requirements
- Builder and construction costs
The Maxey Home Team can help buyers identify land opportunities and coordinate with builders and other professionals during the early stages of a potential project.
Custom Homes
A custom-home project can allow buyers to create a home around their lifestyle, property and long-term needs rather than adapting to an existing floor plan.
The process may involve land acquisition, feasibility, home design, permitting, financing, selections and construction before the home is complete.
Our team works with custom builders throughout the region and can help buyers understand how the real estate portion of the process fits together with the design and construction side.
Relocating to the South Sound
The South Sound includes a wide range of communities, from Tacoma and Olympia to smaller cities, suburban neighborhoods and rural properties.
Buyers relocating to the area often compare factors such as:
- Commute time
- JBLM access
- Urban versus suburban living
- New construction availability
- Lot size and acreage
- Shopping and services
- Parks and outdoor recreation
- Access to major highways and transit
Our community pages can help you compare Pierce and Thurston County locations before narrowing your home search.
Buying Near JBLM
Joint Base Lewis-McChord is a major part of the South Sound housing market.
Buyers working at or relocating to JBLM often consider communities including Lakewood, Spanaway, Tacoma, Puyallup, Graham, Roy, Yelm and Lacey.
Commute times can vary considerably based on gate access, traffic and the exact location of the property, so looking at the broader area rather than just mileage can make a big difference.