Why Live in Lake Burien
Lake Burien is a serene neighborhood centered around the exclusive 44-acre Lake Burien, offering residents a peaceful retreat just blocks from the Puget Sound shoreline. The area features a mix of single-family homes, modern ramblers, bungalows, and luxurious waterfront properties, many built in the 1950s. These homes often include spacious garages and driveways, ideal for boat or camper storage, and lot sizes typically range from 7,200 to 15,000 square feet. Residents enjoy private access to the lake, perfect for swimming, kayaking, and small boating. The neighborhood also includes Lake Burien School Memorial Park, a four-acre green space with a renovated playground, trails, and summer events. Local amenities are conveniently close, with The Bean coffee shop and PCC Community Markets within two miles, and the historic Olde Burien town center less than a five-minute walk away. Here, you can find the Tin Room Bar & Theater, Classic Eats, Treat Cookies bakery, and various boutiques. The Lake Burien Shore Club organizes community events like the annual fireworks display and winter festival, fostering a tight-knit, welcoming atmosphere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Burien a good place to live?
Lake Burien is a good place to live. Lake Burien is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Lake Burien is a suburban neighborhood. Lake Burien has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.9 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $130,667 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 40.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Lake Burien are home owners, with 40% of residents renting and 60% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lake Burien can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lake Burien neighborhood guide.
Is Lake Burien, WA a safe neighborhood?
Lake Burien, WA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lake Burien?
The median home price in Lake Burien is $342,495. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $76K a year to afford the median home price in Lake Burien. The average household income in Lake Burien is $131K.
What are the best public schools in Lake Burien?
The best public schools that serve Lake Burien are:
What are the best private schools in Lake Burien?
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Are home prices dropping in Lake Burien?
Yes, home prices in Lake Burien are down 28% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Lake Burien, WA
On average, homes in Lake Burien, Burien sell after 146 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Burien, Burien over the last 12 months is $265,000, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$265,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$312,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$342,495
Median Change From 1st List Price
15%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%