Michele Schuler
Embark on A Real Estate Experience Like No Other
Michele Schuler is a top-producing broker specializing in Seattle, Mercer Island, Bellevue, the greater Eastside, and Bainbridge Island. A Washington native with nearly 20 years of experience, Michele blends her financial background with sharp market insight to guide clients through one of life’s most meaningful transitions. She views real estate as both art and strategy, thriving on helping clients find the perfect home or maximize value when selling.
With over $650 million in career sales, Michele consistently ranks among the best in the industry, including recognition as Washington’s #2 individual broker in 2023 and Sotheby’s International Realty’s Top 100 Teams and Agents worldwide. Known for her analytical precision, warmth, and client-first approach, she leads a dedicated team that delivers seamless, concierge-level service.
A proud University of Washington alum, devoted mother, and design enthusiast, Michele brings energy, expertise, and care to every transaction.
Testimonials
What clients and colleagues have to say about Michele.
I can't recommend Michele enough, whether you're buying or selling. After feeling frustrated with my previous agent who wasn't adding much value in this difficult market, I spent a huge amount of time researching and interviewing local realtors. Michele stood out immediately, and working with her confirmed I absolutely made the right choice. Why Michele stands apart from other agents: 1) Market knowledge: Each time we visited a house in a new neighborhood, Michele would share the neighborhood history, mentioning similar homes she'd helped clients with nearby, and would explain how the house compared to others in the area (especially interior quality which is difficult to judge with photos). With new construction, she could tell us which builders had good reputations and which ones to be cautious about. Her knowledge is seriously impressive. 2) Construction expertise: Michele's extensive background with new construction was super helpful, not just for new homes but especially when we looked at older places needing work. She could recommend certain renovations and provide a realistic idea of costs, plus she has an amazing network of reliable contractors. 3) Genuine integrity: In an industry where there are some inherent conflicts of interest, Michele's commitment to ethics was refreshing. She consistently prioritized our needs over quick transactions, demonstrating that her reputation and client satisfaction were truly prioritized vs. commission. 4) Data-driven approach: Michele’s recommendations always seemed well thought out and often supported by extensive local market data. 5) Access to off-market listings: Through Michele's extensive network, we gained access to several properties never listed publicly. We ultimately purchased our home through an off-market transaction, which wouldn’t have been possible had we relied solely on Redfin/Zillow. 6) Comprehensive selling support: When selling our previous home, Michele’s included staging services and contractor connections streamlined what could have been a much more difficult process. Her attention to presentation details maximized our home’s appeal and value. Working with Michele completely changed my view of what a great realtor can do. If you're looking to buy or sell in the Seattle/Eastside area, you should give her a call. You'll quickly see the difference between an average agent and someone who's truly exceptional at what they do.
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- Michael Garvey
My wife and I recently employed Michele Schuler to represent us in the sale of our home on Mercer Island, Washington. That was a very good decision. Ms. Schuler is very experienced in general and specifically regarding sales on Mercer Island. Ours was an older home with a lot of postponed maintenance and evidence of occupation by four children and a dog. By local standards it was pretty shabby. Complying with all of Michele’s advice, we sold the house for 17% more than the asking price which was based on multiple other estimates of fair market value including a recent unrelated appraisal. Michele made very specific recommendations for improvement of the property prior to sale, which proved highly cost effective, and did not include any expensive remodeling. We were most impressed by the cadre of people upon whom she called to get the property ready for sale, including a personal assistant, a design specialist, broadly capable handymen, painters, cleaners, window washers, drone equipped photographers, yard men, and others. It appeared that the volume of work supports all of them sufficiently that they respond promptly to any of her requests. When one potential buyer was concerned about a crack in the foundation, she had it fixed before the sun set. We could hardly believe how good the house looked when it was ready to show. All these services seemed reasonably priced, and the cost of them plus the capital gains tax we will be paying (for a property acquired in 1985) will easily be covered by that 17%! Furthermore, dealing with her is a pleasure. She is a fine communicator and very responsive. Our experience with Michele was great!
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- Daniel P
Echoing what other clients have shared, Michele is truly in a class of her own. We had high expectations, and she exceeded them at every step. We interviewed several agents, looking for someone who could handle ambiguity and help us uncover the ‘"unknown unknowns" that come with buying your first home. We actually decided to meet Michele on a whim at one of her open houses and she was able to give us the most relevant insights despite being the one agent that we did not notify in advance. She also followed up immediately with relevant resources for us to look into, essentially saving us hours of time even in the initial part of our search - before we were officially her clients. Many agents promise dedication, but Michele is truly invested in her clients — and that’s something you can’t fake. Even though we’re locals, Michele’s area expertise still blew us away. She understands the nuances and character of each street and gives objective insights that go beyond a typical neighborhood tour. We completely trust her judgment. We can’t say enough good things about Michele and her team. They are all incredibly professional and reliable. We feel incredibly lucky to have worked with her on our first home and would love to have her represent us again when it’s time for our next.
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- Melinda Lam
Michele is one of the best real estate agents in Seattle and has been our agent since we first moved here in 2010. She's stayed in touch with us over the years, and here we are 14 years later, still working with her. She just helped us purchase our second home in the area, and we couldn't be happier. My wife and I were just weekend shopping when we unexpectedly stumbled upon a house we really liked. Despite not being prepared with financing or giving Michele a heads-up, she jumped right on it. She arranged for someone on her team to meet us the next day since she was out of town and due to unfortunate circumstances with another buyer, the house fell into our lap. We were able to get our offer together and submitted despite all the heightened interest in a tight market because of Michele's commitment, professionalism, and experience. But Michele isn't just a transactional Realtor. She cares about her clients even after you walk away from closing by extending her network of numerous contacts to get you settled. After our offer was accepted, she advised us on some renovations we were considering and provided contacts for designers and contractors she recommended. She even arranged for a contractor to meet us at the house to give us some high-level ideas about the changes we were thinking of making. There's nothing not to love about Michele. She's always upbeat, ready to help, super responsive, and just very thorough and professional. She answered every question we had off the top of her head. She's super knowledgeable and just a natural at what she does. We've recommended her to friends, and we'll continue to do so. She'll likely be the Realtor who helps us sell our first Seattle home too. After 14 years, Michele isn't just our Realtor - she feels like a friend we can always count on. Thank you Michele!
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- Ernie L.
I can't say enough good things about Michele! After a failed attempt to sell our home in the fall, we knew we needed a great agent this spring. I did my homework, checked out all the possible agents in Seattle, and decided on Michele—and I'm glad we did! Michele is simply amazing. She is experienced, sharp, and empathetic; everything you can hope for in a seller agent. From start to finish, every interaction was smooth and professional. She nailed the timing, pricing, and even staged the house so beautifully. We hit a few bumps during the offer process and, being international sellers, faced quite a few challenges. But Michele handled everything like a pro, guiding us through all the options and helping us close the deal without a hitch. Even after the deal was closed and we had questions, she still answered us promptly and willingly. Most importantly, she sold our home at a great price! If you're looking for an agent who truly delivers, look no further than Michele. You won't be disappointed!
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- Darin S.
