Stella Bender

Compassionate, meticulous, and full of energy, luxury real estate expert Stella Bender has been redefining the Buying and Selling process for her clients for nearly two decades. As one of the Eastside’s most respected brokers, Stella knows that respect, honesty, and trust are the foundations on which all relationships should be built.

Known for her patience and discernment, Stella diligently advocates for her clients from start to finish - even during the tricky situations. As a luxury new construction specialist, she is well versed in the many nuances of property procurement and development, and has garnered a loyal following of both clients and colleagues who look to her for expertise and guidance. 

Being a Pacific Northwest native, Stella truly understands what makes our area special and sought after. She takes great pride in listening to the wants and needs of her clients, and connecting them to properties that truly fulfill the lifestyle they’re seeking. No project is too big or small for Stella and her team. Her extensive knowledge of waterfront homes, estate properties, and unique, lifestyle-oriented dwellings is unsurpassed, providing extraordinary benefits for her clients when both buying and selling.

A resident of the Eastside, Stella enjoys spending time with her family and giving back to her community. She also works alongside her husband and his sought after, luxury home construction company, Bender Custom Construction. An avid hiker, Stella loves being outdoors, and especially enjoys sneaking away to her favorite getaway in Big Sky, Montana every chance she can.

Stella is proud to align her real estate expertise with the reputation and capability of Marketplace Sotheby’s International Realty, a brand she admires for providing her the ability to give her clients an exceptional real estate experience.