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Downtown Bellevue

Downtown Bellevue

Suburban Neighborhood in Bellevue, Washington

King County 98004

$1,207,703 Average Value
$945 Average Price per Sq Ft
66 Homes For Sale

City living on the coast

Downtown Bellevue is Washington's second-largest city center, with nearly 12,000 residents in half a square mile. This densely populated urban core offers high-rise condos, luxury retail and parks. While smaller than nearby Seattle, Bellevue’s city center is a popular spot for people who want easy access to Washington’s great outdoors without forsaking the convenience of the city.

"There's a ton of places to have fun and network with the Bellevue community," says Realtor Matt Steel with Steel Realty Group, “plus, plenty of opportunities to access the outdoors.”

High-rise condos in the middle of everything

In Downtown Bellevue, residential buildings offer condos in an unbeatable location with views of Lake Washington. These luxury condos are a mix of high-rise and low-rise, offering amenities such as floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies or patios. Prices range between $550,000 for a one-bedroom condo and up to $3 million for a multi-bedroom condo or penthouse. Single-family townhomes are uncommon in the downtown area—when they are available, prices start at $2 million for a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom just outside the city center. Even rarer are stand-alone houses, with modern custom-builds north of NE 12th Street selling for over $5 million.

City parks and lakefront views

Located by the shores of Lake Washington, Downtown Bellevue is full of beautiful outdoor spots. The popular Bellevue Downtown Park is home to community events like the Bellevue Farmer's Market, movie screenings and live music. With its large grassy picnic area, colorful playground and gorgeous skyline views, it's the neighborhood’s go-to place to relax. Meydenbauer Bay Park, just east of downtown, is a great spot to soak up the sun in the summer. Locals fill the grassy shore with blankets and beach chairs during Washington’s warm seasons.

Throughout the year, locals stroll the galleries at Bellevue Art Museum, enjoy family outings at the interactive KidsQuest Children's Museum, and attend book clubs at Bellevue Library.

High-ranking public schools

Students can attend schools in the Bellevue School District, rated A+ by Niche and ranked the number two public school district in Washington. They can attend Medina Elementary School for preschool through fifth grade and then continue to Chinook Middle School for sixth through eighth grade. Both schools are rated A by Niche. Students can enroll in Bellevue High School, rated A+ by Niche and listed as the 7th-best public high school in the state.

Private schools, including Bellevue Christian School, are also available. BCS was rated A by Niche and offers preschool through high school education. Another option is Eastside Academics School, which was rated A- by Niche and teaches grades eight through twelve.

Public transit and commuter options

Downtown Bellevue’s expansive transit system makes getting around without a car easy. King County Metro, Sound Transit buses, Sounder Commuter Rail and Link Light Rail combine to offer transportation through Bellevue and to the surrounding areas, including Sammamish, Kenmore, Kirkland, Mercer Island, Federal Way and Seattle.

Driving to nearby cities and towns is convenient since Interstates 90 and 405 entrances are close to residential areas. Seattle is 10 miles west of Downtown Bellevue and can be reached by taking Interstate 90 across the East Channel Bridge to Mercer Island and then across Homer M. Hadley Memorial Bridge. This drive can take 45 minutes to an hour during heavy traffic times and under a half hour when traffic is light.

From casual dining to luxury retail

One of Downtown Bellevue’s biggest draws is its shopping, with over 200 shops and restaurants between Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square and Bellevue Place. Locals can play TopGolf and enjoy elevated comfort food at Earl’s Kitchen + Bar, go bowling and play mini-golf at Lucky Strike, or peruse luxury retail stores in The Shops at The Bravern’s open-air mall.

Outside of the shopping centers, plenty of local restaurants line Downtown Bellevue’s streets. Tavern Hall, on the corner of Bellevue Way and NE 7th Street, is a bar and restaurant with arcade games. The venue, covered in layers of vine, can be rented to host corporate and family celebrations.

Home cooks won’t be disappointed in Bellevue’s grocery selection. Grocery stores in the area include Safeway, H-Mart, Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

27 min drive

Bus

Bravern-1

Bus

106th Ave NE & NE 6th St

Bus

Bellevue Transit Center - Bay 1

Bus

NE 4th St & 114th Ave NE

Bus

Main St & 108th Ave NE

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108th Ave NE & NE 2nd St

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Bellevue Way NE & NE 4th St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Bellevue US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Downtown Bellevue Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,285,000
Median Sale Price
$1,344,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$913,202
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,702,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,700,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
190
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$945

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,738
Number of Homes for Sale
66
Median Year Built
2005
Months of Supply
4.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,576
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,856
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,409
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
848
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
514
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
33,976

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    11am - 1pm

    10700 NE 4th St Unit 806, Bellevue, WA 98004

    $1,045,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,354 Sq Ft
    • 10700 NE 4th St
    • Unit 806
    • New 1 day ago

    Experience modern luxury in this bright & spacious Bellevue Towers condo. Flooded with natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, this open-concept home features gorgeous hardwoods, a contemporary chef’s kitchen with granite counters & high-end appliances, plus a private balcony with tranquil views of the gardens, gas BBQ hookup & peak-a-boo water views. King-size primary suite boasts a

    Shelly Baker KW Greater Seattle

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  • Saturday, Jun 14
    1 - 3pm

    300 110th Ave NE Unit 303, Bellevue, WA 98004

    $700,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 887 Sq Ft
    • 300 110th Ave NE
    • Unit 303
    • New 2 days ago

    Discover the perfect blend of style, comfort, & convenience in this updated 1-bed, 1-bath condo w/ a versatile DEN/OFFICE, ideally situated in the heart of vibrant DT Bellevue. Boasting an open floor plan, this home features large windows that invite abundant natural light throughout. The beautiful kitchen is a chef’s dream, offering modern finishes & ample counter space for cooking &

    Samantha Collins Windermere Real Estate/East

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  • Saturday, Jun 14
    10:30am - 3:30pm

    10610 NE 9th Place Unit G403, Bellevue, WA 98004

    $665,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 841 Sq Ft
    • 10610 NE 9th Place
    • Unit G403

    Rare Chance to Own a Highly Limited "Garden Suite" with Townhouse-Style Street Entry to Prestigious "Washington Square Tower I". This Popular Terrace Floor Plan features Three Entrances: 1) Main Lobby with 24-HR Concierge & Mailboxes, 2) Assigned Spacious Parking Lot right by the "Tower I" Elevator, 3) Secured Direct Public Street Access—Ideal for Pet Owners and Those Seeking a "House-Like" Feel.

    Raymond Hwang Frontier Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
17,931
Median Age
37
Population Density
42 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$153,411
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$181,575

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
75.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

61 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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