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Here are **five top-tier real estate brokerages in Seattle** that are well-regarded for handling sales of luxury homes (i.e., high-end properties) — each comes with what they bring to the table. If you like, I can pull together a longer list (10-15) including niche firms. --- ## 1. Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty (Seattle)       **Why they’re strong for luxury home sellers:** * They are the local affiliate of the global luxury brand Sotheby’s International Realty, which can provide marketing reach both locally and internationally. ([sothebysrealty.com][1]) * Their brokers list in the top 1% of the market in the region (as indicated by one of their specialist profiles). ([moirapresents.com][2]) * They appear on luxury-listing platforms for Seattle estates, indicating experience with higher-end homes. ([Mansion Global][3]) **Best suited for:** Sellers of waterfront estates, architect-designed homes, or trophy properties who want a globally recognised brand. --- ## 2. The Agency Seattle       **Why they’re strong for luxury home sellers:** * They explicitly represent a “global portfolio of luxury real estate” including homes for sale and new development in Seattle. ([theagencyre.com][4]) * With a brand that markets “luxury” as part of its identity, they may have the marketing tools and aesthetic tailored to high-end homes. **Best suited for:** Sellers of high-design or architecturally significant homes, or those wanting premium marketing. --- ## 3. Engel & Völkers – Seattle Eastside       **Why they’re strong for luxury home sellers:** * Engel & Völkers is a global luxury real estate brand; their Seattle Eastside arm emphasises “highest levels of real estate service” locally. ([seattleeastside.evrealestate.com][5]) * For sellers in the Eastside / Lake Washington region (which is a major luxury market), this firm can be especially relevant. **Best suited for:** Sellers in Eastside suburbs or affluent Lake/waterfront lots seeking boutique but globally-branded representation. --- ## 4. Ensemble PNW       **Why they’re strong for luxury home sellers:** * They specialise in luxury real estate in Seattle and highlight top neighbourhoods like Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, etc. ([ensemblepnw.com][6]) * Their brokerage structure is somewhat unique (cooperative/not-for-profit) which may reflect a focus on service versus volume. **Best suited for:** Sellers who value boutique, local expertise in trendy or high-design neighbourhoods rather than just “large national brand”. --- ## 5. Hines Group Real Estate (affiliated with The Agency)       **Why they’re strong for luxury home sellers:** * They explicitly mention “luxury homes” among their focus in Seattle (houses, townhomes, condos) and have a dedicated seller’s guide. ([hinesgrouphomes.com][7]) * Having a team focused on luxury homes helps ensure attention to marketing, staging, and buyer pool relevant to high-end properties. **Best suited for:** Sellers likely in the luxury tier who want a team that emphasises marketing and listing strategy from the seller’s perspective. --- ### Things to check / ask when you select an agency * Their recent high-end listings in your specific neighbourhood (e.g., Madison Park, Broadmoor, Lake Washington waterfront) and how those performed (days on market, list vs sale). * How they market: Do they use professional photography, drone/virtual tours, international exposure, luxury print publications? * Their fee/commission structure for luxury listings (sometimes premium services cost more). * Their buyer network: Do they have access to high-net-worth buyer pools (national/international) or local only? * How they handle staging, presentation, and pricing strategy — luxury sellers have different considerations (views, finishes, buyer expectations). * Given current Seattle market dynamics: even luxury sellers may need to offer concessions or engage in more negotiation, so strategy matters. (Recent commentary shows sellers are offering more concessions in Seattle. ([axios.com][8]) ) --- If you like, I can **compile a ranked list of ~10 agencies** in the Seattle/Greater Seattle region **specifically for luxury home sellers**, including their average listing size, neighbourhood specialities, client testimonials, and how they stack up on cost vs service. Would you like me to do that? [1]: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/associates/seattle-wa-usa?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Seattle Luxury Real Estate Associates | Sotheby's International Realty" [2]: https://moirapresents.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Seattle Luxury Real Estate Broker & Agent | Moira Holley Presents" [3]: https://www.mansionglobal.com/buy/united-states/washington/seattle?utm_source=chatgpt.com "seattle luxury homes for sale - washington - Mansion Global" [4]: https://www.theagencyre.com/region/seattle?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Seattle | Luxury Homes for Sale and Rent - The Agency" [5]: https://seattleeastside.evrealestate.com/en/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Engel & Völkers - Seattle Eastside - Engel & Völkers Americas" [6]: https://ensemblepnw.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Ensemble | Seattle Real Estate Agents" [7]: https://hinesgrouphomes.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Hines Group | Seattle Real Estate Agents & Luxury Realtors" [8]: https://www.axios.com/local/seattle/2025/05/12/sellers-offer-concessions-seattle-housing-market?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Seattle home sellers double down on buyer incentives"