22 Years of Army Service · Washington Real Estate Broker
A Lifetime of Service.A New Mission in Real Estate.
After 22 years of military service, I bring the same commitment, integrity, and mission-focused approach to helping Washington families buy and sell real estate.
— David Wahlers, Retired U.S. Army Warrant Officer
22 Years
U.S. Army service
Retired
Warrant Officer
4 Counties
Pierce · Thurston · King · Lewis
Military & Civilian
Buyers and sellers
Meet David Wahlers
Same standards. New mission.
I served 22 years in the U.S. Army and retired as a Warrant Officer, including service as a 131A Targeting Technician — work that demanded precision, planning, and trust.
Today I bring that same discipline to real estate. Whether you're a military family on PCS orders, a first-time buyer, or a homeowner ready for your next chapter, you'll get a clear plan, honest advice, and someone who answers the phone.
I'm based in Yelm and serve buyers and sellers across Pierce, Thurston, King, and Lewis Counties as a broker with Century 21 North Homes Realty.
Search Washington Homes
Every listing. Updated continuously. One search.
My Century 21 property search shows homes listed on the Northwest MLS — search by map, drive time, price, or neighborhood, and save searches to get new-listing alerts.
Sell Your Home
Your home. Your equity. Our mission.
Selling is a campaign, not a coin toss. You get a clear strategy for pricing, preparation, marketing, and negotiation — executed with attention to detail.
Pricing strategy
Grounded in recent comparable sales and current competition.
Preparation plan
Prioritized, budget-aware advice on what's worth doing.
Professional marketing
Quality photography and broad online exposure.
Skilled negotiation
Protecting your price, terms, and timeline.
Military Relocation & VA Buyers
From one veteran to another — your next mission starts here.
I've made the PCS moves, worked through the timelines, and juggled report dates with family life. Let me help you find the right home near JBLM — even before you arrive.
PCS planning
Timelines built around your orders and report date.
VA loan know-how
Understand the process, appraisal, and how to compete.
Virtual tours
Live video walkthroughs so you can buy from anywhere.
Sell before you go
A plan to sell or rent your home before you PCS out.
Communities We Serve
Know the ground before you move.
From the JBLM fence line to the state capital — practical guides to the South Sound's most popular communities.
Pierce County
Tacoma
Historic neighborhoods, a working waterfront, and Pierce County's urban core.
Explore TacomaThurston County
Olympia
Washington's capital city on the southern tip of Puget Sound.
Explore OlympiaThurston County
Lacey
Convenient South Sound living between JBLM and the capital.
Explore LaceyThurston County
Yelm
Small-town feel, mountain views, and room to breathe.
Explore YelmPierce County
Spanaway
Room to spread out, minutes from McChord Field.
Explore SpanawayPierce County
Lakewood
Lakeside living right outside JBLM's main gates.
Explore LakewoodPierce County
Puyallup
Valley living with a classic hometown downtown.
Explore PuyallupPierce County
DuPont
A walkable planned community bordering JBLM.
Explore DuPontWhy Work With David?
Discipline, honesty, and follow-through.
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Mission-focused leadership
Two decades of Army leadership taught me to plan carefully, communicate clearly, and see every mission through.
02
Integrity first
You'll get honest advice — even when it isn't what you hoped to hear. Your interests come before any commission.
03
South Sound knowledge
Based in Yelm and working across Pierce, Thurston, King, and Lewis Counties, with deep familiarity around JBLM.
04
Communication you can count on
Fast responses, regular updates, and a clear plan at every step — whether you're down the street or overseas.
05
Military & VA fluency
I've lived the PCS cycle. I understand orders, timelines, BAH-driven budgets, and how VA purchases work.
06
Service to every client
Military families, first-time buyers, move-up buyers, investors, and sellers all get the same commitment.
Client Testimonials
In their words.
Client stories are being gathered.
We only publish reviews that clients have personally approved. Worked with David? He'd be honored to hear about your experience.
Contact David
Let's talk about your next move.
Call, text, or send a message. You'll get a personal response — not an automated drip campaign.
Mon–Sun, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Planning a PCS to JBLM? Talk to a veteran Realtor.
Get a straight-talk plan for your timeline, neighborhoods, and VA options — before you ever pack a box.