Leah Applewhite, Broker/Realtor®

11-year winner of the “BEST IN CLIENT SATISFACTION” award from Seattle Magazine, Leah Applewhite is a full-time REALTOR® on Bainbridge Island with over 25 years of experience as a top producing agent. At the core of Leah’s business are strong Island Values, long-term community relationships, and a commitment to education, environment, and quality of life. Having traveled extensively and having lived with her children in Europe and across the U.S., Leah possesses a global perspective that aids in her understanding of her client’s unique relocation needs. Additionally, she leverages her educational background and continued interest in marine shorelines to guide her clients through the issues unique to selling and purchasing waterfront properties. Leah is committed to her community and clients–with over $200 million in personal sales, she consistently has been among the top 5 producing agents in her office since 2001, having ranked #1 in 2005 and 2010. Most recently, in 2022, the efforts of Leah Applewhite’s team resulted in the office award of #2 Top Producing Team on Bainbridge Island. Also, in 2022, Leah attained “Legend” status from Five-Star Professional for receiving the award for 11 years and counting, an achievement that less than one percent of realtors have earned. Before real estate, Leah graduated from Evergreen State College. She worked in HAZMAT response with the National Oceanic Atmospheric Admin and spearheaded a non-profit oil spill response cooperative for the San Juan Islands. In addition, she was selected to a Bainbridge Island citizens’ committee for the update of the Master Shoreline Plan, was a founding board member of the Bainbridge Island Wooden Boat Festival, and has been involved in or supported the following organizations: Bainbridge Prepares, Island Caregivers, Madrona Waldorf School, Shoreline Stewards, Beach Naturalists, Safety at Sea Seminars, The Schooner Martha Foundation, and Bloedel Reserve. Leah is also a proud mother of two grown children, a dog lover, and an avid sailor. When she isn’t working on her latest remodeling project or managing her short-term rental property, she is most often enjoying life near the water—walking, kayaking, SUPing, or even swimming in the cold waters of Puget Sound.