Pullman Washington
Pullman WA Information ~ By Lori Cofer “Your Pullman Real Estate Connection”
I am a big fan of Pullman Washington as you can tell. Pullman Washington is uniquely situated in the rolling hills of the Palouse. What is the palouse you might ask? I know lots of my relocating clients coming to Pullman ask this of me quite often. The Palouse describes some of the most beautiful and picturesque rolling hills that contain very fertile crop land known for producing wheat and legumes. In fact, each year in the fall we have our annual Lentil Festival. There is a great deal of additional information on the formation and origin of the term Palouse. Personally I think that the Canadian Fur Traders French term “pelouse” which means land with short and thick grass describes the natural fields that you find in Pullman.
Pullman is a town of approximately 27,000 residents. That number rises significantly when Washington State University is in session. Students from all over the world come to our great university. And a large portion of those students are from the west side of our state. The university provides wonderful things for our great community. So whether you want to take in a game, or maybe go to a concert or enjoy some art, we always have lots to do. I know I enjoy the benefits of living in a college town. It certainly keeps you young at heart!
And of course, Pullman is uniquely situated near so many outside activities that are always at your beck and call. We are uniquely situated in between many wonderful areas of the country. Head north and you are only about and hour and half from Spokane Washington and another 30 minutes and your are in wonderful Couer D’alene. So whether shopping is your cup of tea or getting out on the lakes, we got you covered. Skiing and snowboarding are popular in the winter months. Head south about 45 minutes and you are in Lewiston Idaho, the mouth of the Grand Canyon.
We experience all 4 distinct seasons in Pullman. Relocating clients also ask me quite often about our weather. Winters do tend to mean snow…maybe not all the time and certainly this year was mild 
but we do begin to see snow fall in late October to Mid November. Springs are be a wonderful mix of bright sunny days or days when winter seems to try to creep back in with flurries often even into early Spring. Summer is wonderful here in Pullman. It usually starts to warm up around Mother’s Day and that is traditionally when annuals and planted. Lovely temperatures to the 80 to 90 in the days and cooler 50 degree evenings. Fall brings lovely colors to the trees and signals cooler shorter days.
Pullman is divided into four hills or neighborhoods.. The dividing streets are Main Street and Grand Avenue. They divide our town into 4 areas, Pioneer Hill, Sunnyside Hill, Military Hill and College Hill. The following Map I made might be helpful.
We have three elementary schools, Franklin Elementary, Jefferson Elementary and Sunnyside Elementary. We have one middle school, Lincoln Middle School, and one high school, Pullman High. This is one of our treasures in Pullman. So if you have school age children, you will appreciate our great schools!
Here is a most helpful link for additional information on Pullman I would love to show you my hometown!
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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is “Your Pullman WA Real Estate Connection
Pullman Real Estate ~ Helping Find a Home For A Hero
Lori Cofer, REALTOR ~ “Your Pullman WA Real Estate Connection”
One of my great joys as a Pullman Washington Realtor has got to be helping someone relocate to our great area and find the perfect house for them to call home. This summer marked one of those special times that I will truly never forget, and a patriotic one at that!
I had the great privilege of serving one of our service woman who serves our great country. On Memorial Day weekend we looked at several homes that had been pre-selected by her Mom, a wonderful lady and new found friend. When her daughter arrived I was floored by this special hero. We began our refined search and by the end of the day we were back writing an offer! It really marked a special Memorial Day both for me and this very special first time home buyer! I truly can’t say who was more excited! My buyer, her Mom or me!!! I really hated to see them leave after the weekend…but then over the 4th of July Weekend we did our walk-through! 
Somehow it was all so fitting!!!
There are certain times that I believe will be milestones in anyone’s life. No doubt for my special Marine, owning her first home will be one and she will begin a special new and exciting chapter in her life. And for me, too. I have not only helped one of our great heroes buy their first home, but settled them into our great Pullman community….and did I mention the best part….I have gained two new wonderful friends! What more could you ask for?
Story used by permission
About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Real Estate needs. Lori is “Your Pullman WA Real Estate Connection!”
Pullman WA Real Estate ~ Relocating To Pullman
The last few days have been such a joy as I have been helping a client in their relocation needs as they move to Pullman. As a REALTOR, I love helping people find that perfect house that says home. It is even more enjoyable to help people who come from all over our nation to explore and settle into our part of Washington State.
Pullman Washington is home to Washington State University. So we have many people from all walks of life relocate to Pullman providing a wonderful rich and diverse community. I personally find it so rewarding to help someone from miles away come to our community and show them what our great community is all about.
We are very fortunate in Pullman. We are surrounded by the beautiful rolling hills of the Palouse. So if you love outdoor activities – whether it be biking, hiking, fishing, skiing – you will love our beautiful corner of the Pacific Northwest. We also enjoy so many wonderful benefits of hosting Washington State University. Being a college town there is always lots of activity. So grab your Coug gear and head off to a game! Hope to see you there!!! GO COUGS!
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Go Green ~ Arbor Day in Pullman WA
By Lori Cofer, REALTOR ~ “Your Pullman Real Estate
Connection”
National Arbor Day is Friday, April 10th. Pullman Washington will celebrate with the rest of the country by encouraging all Pullman residents to plant a tree. From 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM you can come to the Pine Street Plaza downtown Pullman for a free seedling.
Arbor Day has its roots in Nebraska where J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture that a special day be set aside to plant trees. The first Arbor Day in Nebraska in 1872 was celebrated with over a million trees planted in Nebraska!
Trees are wonderful for our environment and enrich our daily lives as they clean the air we breathe, conserve soil and water, and moderate our temperatures. They are also wonders to behold! The welcoming buds of Spring on a deciduous tree are quickly followed by the beauty of a blanket of green leaves only to put on a glorious show of color in the fall. And evergreens proudly display their foliage all year long.
They are also wonderful opportunities to grow memories too. I remember planting three trees when I was very young one day with my mother and my father. They have now passed off the scene, but when I drive by our old home and see those three trees growing so proudly, it brings back a wonderful memory in my life that brings a smile to my face
About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Real Estate needs
Palouse Habitat For Humanity Fund Raiser — Pullman WA
Palouse Habitat For Humanity Fund Raiser, Pullman WA ~ Beans & Jeans
By Lori Cofer, REALTOR ~ “Your Pullman Real Estate Connection”
Beans and Jeans is the theme of the Palouse Habitat for Humanity benefit fund raiser scheduled for April 17, 2009. The picnic style atmosphere of this relaxed get together is sure to provide lots of fun and an opportunity to support a very worthwhile cause.
The Palouse Habitat for Humanity has recently finished a home in Genesee Idaho. That is so cool!!! The next build is to take place in Palouse Washington and we are hoping to begin this Summer! Our ability to build this home is dependent upon raising funds locally, so please come out and show your support!!! 
There will be live music from Hog Heaven Big Band. Dinner and a silent auction will also be a part of the evenings festivities that will take place in the SEL event center from 6PM to 11PM. What a great way to unwind on a Friday night and know that you are helping those who need a helping hand! Tickets are $40 and are available at the following locations:
- Beasley Realty, Pullman WA
- Neill’s Flowers and Gifts, Pullman WA
- Cafe Moro, Pullman WA
- Book People, Moscow ID
- The Green Frog, Palouse WA
- Bank Left, Palouse WA
- Tick Klock Drug, Colfax, WA
So put on your favorite pair of jeans…grab a friend…and head off for a great night of fun! You will be glad you did!!!
About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Real Estate needs.
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Pullman WA — WSU Spring Break
Spring Break For Washington State University- Pullman WA
By Lori Cofer REALTOR – “Your Pullman Real Estate Connection”
Spring is around the corner, but the weather sure feels far from Spring for us today in Pullman Washington. On Monday the 9th we had quite the storm! Approximately 6 inches of snow fell followed by a plunge in the temperatures. It got pretty cold last night. I woke up to 6 degrees! BRRR….It is still only 24 degrees and it is 1:00.
As I looked out my kitchen window this morning I saw a robin on a vine all surrounded with snow. It was a beautiful sight and somehow so fitting of our straddle between Winter and Spring. I tried to take a picture, but the little robin saw me and took flight.
So you are probably wondering, what does this all have to do with Spring? Well, Washington State University 
Spring Break begins on March 16th through the 20th! And kind of fitting this year with March 20th being the official beginning of Spring! All the students are madly getting those final assignments done and get packed for Spring Break! Spring Break is a time for the students to head off to tropical destinations or head home for some well earned down time with family and friends. My family has a student based salon in the heart of WSU and they have been packed with students getting those last minute highlights, cuts and tans. I know of a few students who are heading to warm destinations…and Mexico seems to be one of the favorites. Oh, how I envy them!
For the rest of us “locals” in Pullman, we are just hoping the snow will melt and we can enjoy some spring time activities, whether some early gardening, a nice walk outside or maybe a little get away. I know I am looking forward to a day of shopping and my husband is looking forward to some fishing. Let’s just hope the weather channel is right and we enjoy some beautiful fifty degree days. It will seem like the tropics compared to last night! So please, THINK SPRING! THINK WARM!
About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow ID Real Estate needs
Pullman WA & Moscow ID Home & Garden Ideas
Spring + Palouse Empire Home and Garden Show = Inspiration For Your Pullman WA or Moscow ID Home!
By Lori Cofer, REALTOR ~ Your Pullman WA Real Estate Connection
Spring is around the corner and so is the time to get your home in shape! In today’s market it is more important than ever to spruce up your home in preparation to put your home on the market. Buyer’s are looking for good buys and homes that say “Buy Me.”
Here is a great idea for you! On March 14th & 15th the University of Idaho Kibbie Dome will host the 10th annual Palouse Empire Home and Garden Expo. What a great way to get lots of ideas all under one roof!
Approximately 100 area businesses will set up their wares, and many of these exhibitors will be giving away thousands of dollars of services and goods! You gotta like that! Local restaurants and caters will also be there to provide food and refreshment for the weary! So you can grab a bite to each and shop till you drop!
Admission is free for children under 12 when with a parent and $2.00 for adults. What a bargain! For additional information check out their website at www.PalouseExpo.com. The EXPO is producted by local radio stations KHTR Border 104 and KQQQ NewsTalk 1150 in conjunction with the University of Idaho Kibbie Dome.
There are so many different booths and so many knowledgeable folks to provide information for everything to do with home and garden. Ah, the garden! My personal favorite, especially at this time of the year when my fingers are just itching to get down and dirty in the garden! For me, there is nothing like watching the spring flowers bloom!!! It is so uplifting! I guess until the garden show these pictures of spring pictures will have to do!
THINK SPRING! THINK SPRING! THINK SPRING! THINK SPRING! THINK SPRING!
About the Author: The above piece was provided by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Real Estate needs
Spring Ahead on March 8, 2009 and Enjoy “Swan Lake” in Pullman WA!
Spring Ahead on March 8, 2009 and Enjoy “Swan Lake” in Pullman WA
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By Lori Cofer, Realtor®, “Your Pullman Real Estate Connection”
March 8th will signal the beginning of daylight savings time as we “Spring Ahead” 1 hour on the clock. Before you know it longer days will be here!!!
What better way to celebrate that extra hour of daylight savings time than to enjoy a production of “Swan Lake?” No doubt, there will be lots of springing, leaping and jumping by the Eugene Ballet as they present the beautiful ballet Swan Lake! Swan Lake is one of the most famous of all ballets, and one that many hold near and dear as their favorite of all the ballets.
Swan Lake will be presented at 3 PM by Festival Dance and Performing Arts at the Beasley Coliseum in Pullman Washington.
For ticket information call the Beasley ticket office at 509-335-1514 or check out their website at http://www.beasley.wsu.edu/
About the Author: The above piece was provided by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Real Estate needs
Pullman WA Parks ~ Part Three: Reaney Park
Pullman WA Parks ~ Part Three: Reaney Park
By Lori Cofer “Your Pullman Real Estate Connection”
Reaney Park is located in downtown Pullman. It is one of Pullman’s oldest parks and was established in 1914. The mature trees that grace this wonderful gathering place were planted in 1915.
Reaney Park is also the home of our outdoor swimming pool. It also has an extensive play area for children.
Photo Of Reaney Park Courtesy of City of Pullman
Reaney Park is host to the Reaney Park Concert Series on Summer evenings. What a great way to enjoy a warm summer evening!
Reaney Park is also home to our National Lentil Festival which takes place in the Fall, usually the weekend after our students come back for Fall Semester at Washington State University (WSU). Friday night kicks off the festivities with our giant pot of Lentil Chili and booths set up with a wide range of activities and vendors in downtown Pullman.
The highlight of Saturday for the children has to be the Lentil Parade which, fortunate for us at Beasley Realty, comes right in front of our office. I love watching the Parade and watching the little ones taking it all in. The parade ends at Reaney Park where again we have vendors and booths that provide a good time for all. Seeing friends, family and neighbors at Reaney Park is part of what makes Pullman such a special place to live.
Reaney Park is located at 690 Reaney Way, Pullman WA
About the Author:The above piece was provided by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Real Estate needs.
