First Harbor Real Estate

Business Details

42 Years

experience

Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Aberdeen, WA

We have been serving Grays Harbor County's real estate needs since 1984 with our main office located at 1915 Simpson Ave. in Aberdeen, Washington. Our team of experienced Realtors and staff specializes in helping clients buy, sell, and manage residential, commercial, and land properties throughout the region. As members of the Northwest Multiple Listing Service, we provide access to comprehensive property listings across all local agencies. We are committed to delivering personalized service, leveraging our deep local market knowledge to help clients achieve their real estate goals. Our property management division offers full-service solutions for landlords and property owners.

We pride ourselves on transparency, professionalism, and a client-first approach that prioritizes long-term relationships over transactional interactions. With decades of combined experience, we guide clients through every step of the real estate process, from initial consultation to successful closing. Our website provides tools for property searches, home value estimations, and customized email alerts for new listings. We maintain affiliations with local industry professionals to ensure comprehensive support for all real estate needs.

Services

Property Management Buyer Representation Seller Services Property Valuation Land Sales Commercial Real Estate

Details

Year established: 1984

Highlights and features

We have over 40 years of experience serving Grays Harbor County real estate needs
Our team provides full-service property management solutions
We offer access to all local MLS listings regardless of listing agent
Our agents maintain deep knowledge of Pacific Northwest property markets
We provide personalized buyer and seller representation with local expertise

What people say

Great help finding home Professional guidance through closing Local market expertise Reliable property management Responsive communication

Website

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Services

Property Management

Our property management division provides comprehensive landlord services including tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. With over 25 years of experience managing residential and commercial properties in Grays Harbor County, we ensure property owners receive reliable returns while maintaining compliance with local regulations. Our services cover routine inspections, emergency repairs, and lease administration for single-family homes and multi-unit complexes.

Buyer Representation

We offer personalized buyer representation services to help clients find ideal properties matching their specific needs and budget. Our agents provide market analysis, property comparisons, and negotiation expertise to secure favorable purchase terms. From initial consultation through closing, we guide buyers through every step of the acquisition process while maintaining communication with lenders and inspectors to ensure smooth transactions.

Seller Services

Our seller services include property marketing, pricing strategy, staging guidance, and transaction management. We develop customized marketing plans using professional photography, virtual tours, and MLS exposure to maximize property visibility. Our team advises on pre-sale improvements, handles showings, and negotiates offers to help homeowners achieve optimal sale prices within desired timelines.

Property Valuation

We provide accurate property valuation services using comparative market analysis and recent sales data. Our valuation experts help clients understand current market conditions, property positioning, and pricing strategies. This service benefits both buyers seeking fair market value assessments and sellers preparing for market entry with competitive pricing.

Commercial Real Estate

Our commercial real estate services cover office spaces, retail locations, industrial properties, and investment opportunities. We represent buyers and sellers in commercial transactions with expertise in lease negotiations, site selection, and market analysis. Our team understands the unique requirements of business property transactions and provides tailored solutions for investors and business owners.

People

Martha Carr

Designated Broker/Owner

Martha Carr leads First Harbor Real Estate with over 35 years of local real estate experience. She specializes in guiding first-time homebuyers through the purchase process while maintaining a strong focus on client education and market transparency.

Mary Carr

Managing Broker

Mary Carr oversees daily brokerage operations with expertise in property management and investment real estate. She brings 30+ years of experience helping clients maximize returns on residential and commercial properties in Grays Harbor County.

Barb Ford

Broker

Barb Ford specializes in residential sales and relocation services. With deep knowledge of Aberdeen's neighborhoods, she helps families find homes that match their lifestyle needs while providing market trend analysis and pricing strategy advice.

Alan Stouffer

Broker

Alan Stouffer focuses on land and commercial property transactions. He has extensive experience with rural property sales and business real estate, assisting clients with investment analysis and development opportunities across Western Washington.

Cindy Barre

Property Manager

Cindy Barre manages the property management division with expertise in landlord-tenant relations and maintenance coordination. She ensures property owners receive timely reports and tenants experience quality living conditions across managed properties.

Questions

What areas do you serve?

We primarily serve Grays Harbor County including Aberdeen, Hoquiam, Westport, and surrounding communities in Washington State.

Do you work with first-time homebuyers?

Yes, we specialize in assisting first-time buyers with mortgage options, down payment assistance programs, and purchase process education.

How can I determine my home's value?

We offer free comparative market analyses using recent local sales data to provide accurate home valuation estimates.

What property management services do you offer?

Our property management includes tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, financial reporting, and lease administration for residential and commercial properties.

Reviews (7)

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Michael James Kellner

Jul 04, 2020 Report

Horrible service from property management. Tried renting a house, lady made it seem like i had the place. She had a week to go over my application, then called tell me to bring in proof of income and the deposit would be a little higher due to having no credit. Only to be told sorry its not going to work. The lady knew we were in town. I live 3 hours away. Made me wait all day. She Never called. When i walked in she told me she still hasnt looked at my proof of income. She wasnt even going call me. Horrible service. I Dont recommend.

Amanda Mckinney

Jun 09, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We find first harbor to be the best property management place in town. They worked with us since day one.giving us a chance and It's been over a year and they continue to work with is making sure we are safe and comptrable in our home. I give them 5 stars and will continue to rent from this company till we buy our first home..

Daryl Johnson

Mar 02, 2020 Report

They were a great help when I was looking for a place. I am very happy with the my home in Central Park. Thanks for walking me through this and keeping the ball rolling through closing.

Craig Hensley

Nov 02, 2019 Report

This place is a horrid place to rent from. My wife and I moved into a house that is a " makeshift duplex ", when we did the walkthrough everything seemed fine... We rented the house on an " as is " lease, we found after less than a month tile was missing from under the tub, and a bunch of pieces of junk wood left on the floor. This is only where the start of our problems happened, we asked the office to fix it numerous times with no response from the office, instead we started getting letters in our mailbox about water leaking to our neighbors bellow us. The neighbors took advantage of this problem

Marielle Harsin

May 05, 2018 Report

We've rented from Cindy at harbor reality for 3.5 years so far and have nothing but good things to say about them. They are helpful with any maintenance issues and concerns. Very kind and helpful. Thanks for all you do

Carina Hawkins

Nov 20, 2017 Report

I have had nothing but trouble from this company's office manager, Cindy Barre. She had their maintenance man "Trash out" all of my possessions that were secured in my tool shed. I am filing burglary charges, as there were firearms in the shed. Sheis telling me that all has been taken to the dump. They are shady and non communicative and greedy. They allowed my room mate to be 9 months delinquent and issued me a 3 day pay or vacate notice after only two weeks delinquent. They weren't at court on the appointed day and were granted a continuance of seven days. Beware! The other side of their smileis

Neil Usefara

Jul 28, 2017 Report

I rented an apartment from these folks 2 years ago. I was having issues with the person who was living below me; they were playing loud music late at night. I complained to management several times and wrote formal emails and made phone calls. It took many times of me complaining for them to send a letter to everyone in the building about playing loud music. Due to this letter, I believe the tenant played their music louder and later at night. I gave management a final warning and that my tenant rights are being violated and that they need to do something. Nothing happened as a result of my formal