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Here are three top real-estate brokerages in the Seattle area that specialize in luxury homes and are well worth considering if you’re selling a high-end property. Each brings a slightly different strength, so I’ve highlighted what makes them stand out for luxury sellers. 1. The Agency Seattle 6 Why it’s a top pick for luxury sellers: The Agency brand positions itself as a boutique global luxury brokerage, with an emphasis on high-end service and marketing. The Agency Seattle +1 For the Seattle/Kirkland market, their website explicitly says they blend local expertise with global reach, and that luxury “isn’t about the price tag—it’s about the experience.” The Agency Seattle They’ve got recognition and infrastructure geared for luxury: e.g., in-house creative, PR, and tech support for upscale listings. The Agency Seattle +1 What to ask when evaluating them: How many homes over $2 M, $5 M, etc., have they sold in the past year in the neighborhoods relevant to you (e.g., Hunts Point, Medina, Broadmoor)? What specific marketing do they provide for a luxury listing (e.g., drone video, international exposure, bespoke print material)? How do they handle high-net-worth buyer networks (locally and globally)? 2. Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty 6 Why it stands out: Realogics Sotheby’s is part of the global Sotheby’s International Realty network, which is well-known for marketing ultra-luxury estates, international buyers, and distinctive homes. Mary Nelson +1 Their regional presence in the Pacific Northwest is strong: multiple branches (Downtown Seattle, Bainbridge Island, etc.) and they emphasize typical luxury-home marketing channels: global microsites, partnerships with major media publications. Realogics SIR What to evaluate: Does the local team have sold comparable listings in your neighborhood (waterfront, large acreage, high-end finishes)? How do they differentiate themselves in the Seattle market versus more generic luxury listings? What is their track record of sales value versus list price in the high end (say $3 M+, $5 M+)? 3. Windermere Real Estate 6 Why it’s worth serious consideration: According to local market data, Windermere leads in listing and selling luxury homes in King County and the Eastside when looking at homes sold for $2.5 M + over a recent 12-month period. Laura Smith +2 Rob Graham Seattle Windermere +2 For a seller this is important: a brokerage that already dominates the local luxury segment likely has strong buyer-agent relationships, market knowledge, and credibility with affluent clients. Questions to ask: What is their luxury-specific team or program? (Not just “we sell homes,” but “we sell significant homes for $X+”.) What is their marketing budget / approach for a luxury listing? What past luxury properties have they closed in your specific area (e.g., waterfront, Eastside, Bellevue, Mercer Island)? ✅ Summary & Next Steps for You If I were to pick a short list for you to interview (based on your selling luxury home in Seattle), I’d suggest these three first. Here’s how you might proceed: Contact each brokerage and ask for recent comparable luxury sales they have done in your area. Ask for a marketing plan tailored to your home and budget: what they’ll do that makes your home stand out in the luxury category. Discuss pricing strategy: In the Seattle market, homes over $X M behave differently, so you’ll want a brokerage with accurate valuation and high-end buyer insights. Compare their fees, timelines, and service levels specifically for luxury properties (e.g., staging, photography, concierge services) rather than standard homes. If you like, I can pull together a longer list of 5-7 luxury-home-focused brokerages in the Seattle/Eastside area (with pros/cons, style differences, and specializations). Would that be helpful?