The Seattle Times reported today that December's countywide sales were up a stunning 57% from December 2008 (which was a miserable month for closings).

Eastside closed sales were 78% and Eastside Pending sales rose 81%.  Pending sales are negotiated sales that have not yet closed, a good indicator of upcoming closings.

Prices are down 5.8% over December 2008.

January 6,2010