Western Washington Realtist, based in Kent, WA, is the local chapter of NAREB—the oldest minority professional trade association in America, founded in 1947 to secure equal housing opportunities regardless of race, creed, or color. With roots in a powerful historical mission, Western Washington Realtist continues to champion fair housing and equitable homeownership for all communities throughout Western Washington.
The organization operates on three core pillars: Advocacy, Activism, and Action. Through advocacy, Western Washington Realtist works to influence public policies that protect and expand sustainable homeownership. Through activism, the organization maintains a strong social justice commitment, vigorously supporting equal opportunity and fair treatment for the Black community in housing. Through action, members promote homeownership and civic engagement grounded in the principle of democracy in housing.
Founded locally in December 2009 and chartered in August 2010, Western Washington Realtist has built a vibrant community of real estate professionals united by shared values. The term "Realtist" itself carries historical significance, representing professionals who stood with communities of color when the established real estate industry closed its doors to them. Today, Western Washington Realtist members represent all professional disciplines within real estate, united in their commitment to ensuring that communities of color are treated with dignity and respect. When conversations involve Black homeownership in Washington State, Western Washington Realtist is at the table, advancing the legacy of equal housing opportunity for future generations.
Kent, WA