Howard Murray | Real Estate Broker

Howard Murray

206.200.8067

hmurray@banyancreekprop.com

I have a deep passion for real estate that began in 2004. Starting as an investor, I gained valuable experience in property acquisition and management, developing a sharp eye for market trends. In 2018, I became a licensed real estate broker, allowing me to guide clients through their buying, selling, and investing journeys with confidence.

In addition to brokering, I am a licensed mortgage broker specializing in both commercial and residential financing. Since 2020, I've been dedicated to helping clients secure the best financing options tailored to their needs. My knowledge of mortgage products and market conditions ensures clients receive comprehensive guidance throughout the process.

Real estate is about building lasting relationships, not just transactions. Clients appreciate my hands-on approach, attention to detail, and commitment to their success. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or looking to finance a commercial property, I'm here to provide the support and expertise you need.

As a fluent Spanish speaker, I can effectively communicate with a diverse range of clients, breaking down language barriers and providing exceptional service to Spanish-speaking individuals, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy playing tennis. The discipline and strategy required on the court translate seamlessly into my real estate work, where every decision counts.

Let’s connect and explore how I can assist you in your real estate journey. Together, we can turn your dreams into reality!

 

New Listings

$1,500,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2573615 MLS ⋅ Genevieve Park Add BLDG.
**Welcome to your serene retreat in the woods.** This classic home has been thoughtfully updated and lovingly maintained. Surrounded by mature trees & a lush green yard, the beauty of nature is right outside your door. Step inside to a warm and inviting living room with a cozy fireplace and French doors leading to a dedicated office. At the heart of the home is the spacious, light-filled eat-in kitchen. With solar tubes, abundant windows, built-in storage, a newer gas range, and plenty of room to gather - this sunny kitchen truly feels like the heart of the home. Step outside to the oversized deck, creating an easy flow for indoor-outdoor living. A formal dining room offers the perfect space for special occasions. The daylight lower level includes the 4th bedroom, 3/4 bath, bonus room, and large second living area—ideal for guests, hobbies, or possible MIL-style living. Additional highlights include recently peek-a-boo water views from living/dining room, updated bathrooms (2026), hardwood floors, A/C, a two-car garage with EV charger hook-up, outdoor sprinkler system, under-deck storage, generator hookup, and abundant storage throughout. Just minutes from Old Town Burien, this location offers the best of both worlds: a quiet, private retreat surrounded by nature with convenient access to shops, restaurants, parks, and other Burien amenities. Pre-inspected for piece of mind.

15108 24th Avenue SW, Burien

Courtesy of SCOUT
$335,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2580936 MLS ⋅ ALTAMONTE CONDOMINIUM BLDG.
Rare opportunity to own this oversized 3-bedroom, 1.75-bath condo in the heart of Renton. No rental cap and no special assessments! The generous layout features luxury vinyl flooring and beautifully updated bathrooms. The primary suite includes a private 3/4 bath with beautiful tilework and double closets that provide ample storage. Additional updates include a new bathtub, quartz vanities, fresh paint and a new water heater. The living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace and sliding doors that open to a peaceful covered patio with additional storage and greenbelt views. Two designated parking spaces are included, one covered. Enjoy a well-managed, pet-friendly community with a secure building and elevator. The prime location is just minutes from Sea-Tac Airport, Boeing, Valley Medical Center, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, The Landing, Southcenter Mall and SODO. This condo has it all - a spacious layout, modern updates, a convenient location and a well-managed community. Come make this charming place your home!

701 SW 5th Court Unit #B301, Renton

Courtesy of Pellego, Inc.
$1,495,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2577719 MLS
Classic & Stately Seattle Foursquare! This home has ALL THE FEELS: high ceilings, wainscoting, pocket doors, box beam ceiling, glorious living and dining rooms, circular floor plan, & perfect front porch with handsome columns for morning coffee! 3 bedrooms upstairs, including a PRIMARY SUITE!, all accessed via classic 2nd story landing. Oh, the details do enchant: beautiful honey fir floors upstairs, W/D upstairs, closet organizers, eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar that flows out so conveniently through French doors to a patio and lovely, level, fully-fenced backyard. Fully-finished lower level offers a rec room/home theater + office space + 4th bed. This home has ALL THE SPACES you are seeking: main floor AND lower level entertaining, formal dining room, outdoor entertaing space, comfortable primary suite, & 4 bathrooms. Stellar condition and freshly painted exterior! This location could not be more wonderful! Just around the corner is coveted Madrona retail, just down the hill is Lake Washington for boating, a dip, or cruising along the boulevard on a stroll, a run, a bike ride or with the top down. And just over the hill is classic, central Seattle: First Hill, Downtown, South Lake Union, and Capitol Hill. Stellar school and commuting choices abound, parks tucked here, there and everywhere, and a level backyard oasis - picnics, games, and endless play with your furry friends.

338 29th Avenue, Seattle

Courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.
$1,175,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2578832 MLS ⋅ Juanita Farmhouse Cottages BLDG.
Welcome to Walnut Cottage, a 2017 John Buchan-built single-family home in Juanita Farmhouse Cottages—an intimate community of just 9 residences. Featured in The Wall Street Journal, this special home with coveted main-floor primary suite welcomes you w/a charming covered porch that blends timeless cottage character, thoughtful design & a true sense of community. 5-Star Built Green certified with hardwood floors throughout, electric fireplace, attached 1-car garage w/EV wiring, geothermal heat pump for efficient heating & cooling, and abundant storage. Fresh paint, updated lighting, new Samsung induction range & dishwasher + newer LG W/D add move-in-ready appeal to this light-filled home. At the heart of the kitchen, a handcrafted applewood island table—made from a tree once rooted on the property—creates a warm gathering spot w/casual dining space. Upstairs features 2 guest bedrooms and a full bath. Open the Dutch-style split door to a deck overlooking shared gardens & courtyard, or unwind on the private paved side patio beneath string lights. Additional street parking right out front. Just steps away, the Barn feels like an extension of your home—a reservable community space w/full kitchen for working, parties & gatherings—plus private storage and even a fenced-in dog park. HOA-maintained landscaping & beautifully established common grounds. Minutes to Juanita Village, Totem Lake, Juanita Beach Park, dining & shopping. Lake Washington Schools.

9407 NE 128th Street, Kirkland

Courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
$2,900,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2580851 MLS
Where Beaver Lake reflects the changing sky, 47 feet of private waterfront create a setting defined by natural beauty and life at the water's edge. Step onto the balcony before the rest of the world stirs. Surrounded by towering evergreens, the lake stretches out below, still and luminous. Inside, a skylit sitting area and dining room soar beneath vaulted ceilings, where hardwood floors draw you naturally toward the lake, framed by oversized windows in the kitchen and living room beyond. Upstairs, the expansive loft enjoys commanding water views and presents a rare opportunity to create a spectacular full-floor primary sanctuary, pairing elevated lake vistas with the privacy of an entire level. The current primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a custom walk-in closet and en-suite bath featuring a glass-enclosed shower and radiant heated floors. Two additional bedrooms and an airy recreation room centered on a gas fireplace complete the lower level, where French doors open to the wraparound deck, outdoor dining space, and a private hot tub tucked just around the corner. Follow the pathway through sculpted grounds to the flagstone patio at the water's edge. Launch from your private dock for afternoons spent on the lake, then watch the fading light settle into gold across the far shore as evening quietly arrives.

2057 E Beaver Lake Drive SE, Sammamish

Courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East
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