Why Live in Morningside
Morningside in Bothell is a peaceful suburb known for its diverse housing options and central location. The neighborhood features a mix of traditional homes, split levels, new luxury constructions, trilevel townhouses, condos, and well-maintained mobile home communities. The Northshore School District serves the area, with schools that have high ratings for test scores, student progress, and college readiness. Woodin Elementary offers a Spanish Immersion program, while Leota Middle School and Woodinville High School provide various academic support programs. Outdoor activities are abundant, with the Sammamish River, Lake Washington, and the Cascade Mountain Range nearby. Rotary Community Park offers hiking, a playground, a skate park, and a rock-climbing wall, while Wilmot Gateway Park provides fishing, kayaking, and a trail that connects to Lake Sammamish. Hollyhills Drive Northeast features a small playground and basketball court for local families. The neighborhood's location near Highway 522 makes commuting to tech employers like Microsoft, Amazon, and Facebook convenient, with Redmond less than five miles away and Seattle less than ten miles. Morningside is also close to Woodinville's Town Center, which includes shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as renowned wineries like JM Cellars and Chateau Sainte Michelle. Downtown Bothell, just three miles away, offers additional amenities, including the University of Washington-Bothell, boutiques, restaurants, and breweries.
Morningside Home Prices vs. Nearby Bothell, WA Neighborhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Morningside a good place to live?
Morningside is a good place to live. Morningside is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Morningside is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Morningside has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.0 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $180,738 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 56.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Morningside are home owners, with 18% of residents renting and 82% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Morningside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Morningside neighborhood guide.
Is Morningside, WA a safe neighborhood?
Morningside, WA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Morningside?
The median home price in Morningside is $1,199,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $240,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.58%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $262K a year to afford the median home price in Morningside. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Morningside is $181K.
What are the best public schools in Morningside?
The best public schools that serve Morningside are:
What are the best private schools in Morningside?
The best private schools that serve Morningside are:
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Are home prices dropping in Morningside?
Yes, home prices in Morningside are down 16% in the last 12 months.
