Civil Municipal - August 2024

beginning to adjust. Compared to historical rates, current interest rates are relatively moderate. The market has seen a resurgence in activity, with even high-priced age-qualified homes, ranging from $700,000 to over a million dollars, being sold, which is particularly surprising. The demographic landscape of Black Diamond has significantly evolved. The town, which initially had about 30 languages spoken by the early miners, now boasts even greater diversity.“We’ve been growing a lot and seeing more diversity and younger families moving in, which brings a vibrant and dynamic energy to Black Diamond,” says Mayor Benson. This shift is 63 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 08 BLACK DIAMOND, WA

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