Seattle Realtor • John L. Scott – West Seattle

Real estate decisions, made simpler.

I help buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the Seattle market with clear strategy, straight answers, and sharp execution — with a strong focus on West Seattle, Arbor Heights, Des Moines, Burien, and Normandy Park.

Buyers
Offer strategy + comps
Sellers
Pricing + marketing
Investors
Deal analysis + zoning lens
West Seattle
Arbor Heights
Des Moines
Burien
Normandy Park

What you get

  • Fast communication and clear next steps.
  • Comps and strategy explained in plain English.
  • A clean plan for the next 7–30 days.

How to start

  • Send your timeline + area.
  • I’ll respond with a short plan + questions.
  • We book a call and move fast.

Services

Buying

Search strategy, tour planning, comps, and offer terms built to win without overpaying.

Selling

Pricing plan, prep checklist, marketing, and negotiation designed to maximize net.

Investing

Deal analysis, rent comps, zoning/ADU feasibility, and exit strategy planning.

Areas I serve

West Seattle and nearby neighborhoods, plus South King County markets where value and lifestyle align.

West Seattle
Arbor Heights
Burien
Des Moines
Normandy Park

Featured Neighborhood Guides

West Seattle

Beach lifestyle, local businesses, parks, views, and one of Seattle’s strongest neighborhood identities.

Explore West Seattle

Burien

Relative affordability, airport access, local restaurants, and growing popularity in South King County.

Explore Burien

Normandy Park

Larger lots, privacy, quiet residential feel, and a more tucked-away Puget Sound lifestyle.

Explore Normandy Park

Des Moines

Marina lifestyle, waterfront access, parks, and strong value opportunities south of Seattle.

Explore Des Moines

First-Time Buyer Guide

Learn how to approach financing, neighborhoods, inspections, offers, and strategy with clarity.

Read Buyer Guide

Seller Prep Guide

Learn how pricing, repairs, staging, and preparation can affect your final outcome.

Read Seller Guide

How I Work

Real estate decisions are easier when the process is calm, clear, and strategic. My goal is not to pressure you into a move. My goal is to help you understand your options, avoid expensive mistakes, and make the right decision for your life.

Clear strategy

Whether you are buying, selling, or investing, we start with your goals, timing, and numbers.

Straight answers

I will tell you what I see clearly — including risks, tradeoffs, and when a deal does not make sense.

Local perspective

Seattle-area neighborhoods behave differently. The right strategy depends on the specific market, not generic advice.

Brian Truman Seattle Realtor
Seattle Realtor
John L. Scott
15+ Years Experience

About Brian

I help buyers, sellers, and investors navigate Seattle-area real estate with clear strategy, honest guidance, and practical decision-making.

My approach is relationship-driven and straightforward. I believe clients make better decisions when they fully understand the market, the risks, the opportunities, and the tradeoffs involved.

Over the years, I’ve worked across residential real estate, investment properties, multifamily, land, flips, and light commercial opportunities throughout the region.

Before real estate, I served in the United States Navy aboard an aircraft carrier — an experience that shaped the discipline, communication, and calm-under-pressure mindset I bring into business today.

Whether someone is buying their first home, relocating, investing, or preparing to sell, my goal is to help them move forward with clarity and confidence instead of pressure and confusion.

Contact

Tell me what you’re trying to do, your timeline, and your target area — I’ll reply with next steps.