Located in King County
Carnation is a quiet town with a rural atmosphere on the outskirts of the greater Seattle area. The community is filled with locally owned businesses and popular farms, like Carnations Farms and Remlinger Farms. Residents get mountain views, access to family-friendly attractions and direct routes to jobs in busy areas like Redmond and Bellevue. You can also find homes close to downtown or tucked away in tall trees.
Carnation may feel set apart from the busier Seattle and Eastside scenes, but that’s exactly what residents here enjoy. “People in Carnation are looking for something more rural without being too far from Seattle,” says Eric Kinzler, a Realtor and broker on the Palone Kinzler team with Windermere Real Estate. “They want bigger houses, bigger lots. ... There’s tons of new construction. They added a lot of housing developments that are townhouses.” Manufactured homes and cottages can sell for the mid-$100,000s to mid-$500,000s. Most properties are newer builds, from townhouses to detached homes with contemporary designs, and they range from the lower $600,000s to mid-$900,000s. Homes that go for $1 million to $2.5 million are usually new detached single-family homes with contemporary designs, at least three bedrooms and moderate yard space.
The town’s scenery and community are major selling points, just as much as the routes to jobs and larger lots. “You really get more views, mountain views, out there,” Kinzler says. “The biggest thing overall, there’s a sense of community.” Kinzler compares Carnation to the fictional town of Stars Hollow from the "Gilmore Girls" show. “You’re walking down the streets, and people wave and chat,” Kinzler says. “Seattle isn’t known for that kind of thing.” Homes closer to the center of town are usually on public water and sewer systems, but those on the outskirts often run on septic tanks and private wells. Carnation is close to the Snoqualmie River. Because of this, there’s a risk of flooding, so residents should check local maps to see if their home is in a flood zone.
Carnation is a great place to enjoy time at home, but when it’s time for work, commuters have a straightforward drive to nearby job hubs. “They might be commuting to the Eastside; Bellevue, Redmond, that kind of thing,” Kinzler says. “Redmond has Facebook and Bellevue has Microsoft, so the jobs aren’t all in Seattle.” Bellevue and Redmond are about 30 minutes away with light traffic. In downtown Carnation, many streets have sidewalks, so you might walk or bike from home to a cafe along Tolt Avenue. Despite the somewhat rural setting, Snoqualmie Valley Transportation buses run up and down state Route 203, taking passengers from Carnation to nearby areas like Duvall and Fall City.
Aside from one Starbucks, you won’t find national chains here. Everything is locally owned and operated. “Every business or gas station, and the one grocery store, is on the main drag,” Kinzler says. Carnation Market is the town’s main grocery store, but living in an area with agriculture means having access to farmers markets. There’s Remlinger Farms, Jubilee Farm and Carnation Farms, home to the original Carnation Condensed Milk. It’s also easy to support local restaurants with options along Tolt Avenue, like:
Carnation is a part of the highly rated Riverview School District. Kids attend elementary and middle school in Carnation and then later learn at Cedarcrest High School in Duvall. Cedarcrest High offers Career and Technical Education courses, including sports medicine and agriculture.
Carnation has outdoor recreation throughout, like Nick Loutsis Park and Valley Memorial Park, but Tolt-MacDonald Park is the busiest spot. The park has over 500 acres to explore, with attractions like a suspension bridge over the Snoqualmie River, campgrounds and hiking trails. The river is more than a pretty feature. You can put boats and kayaks into the water from the launch off Northeast Tolt Hill Road.
Remlinger Farms has activities you'd expect, like picking strawberries in the summer, but this destination offers much more. People from all over visit for:
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Sam Savage
John L. Scott, Inc.
(425) 491-1842
58 Total Sales
1 in Carnation
$1,760,000 Price
JM
James Madsen
Champions Real Estate
(425) 474-5868
3 Total Sales
2 in Carnation
$600K - $1.2M Price Range
Stanley Liu
Rain Town Realty + JPAR
(360) 685-7990
3 Total Sales
1 in Carnation
$1,250,000 Price
Katlin Lee
Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
(425) 749-4343
57 Total Sales
3 in Carnation
$650K - $1.1M Price Range
Mike Peters
RE/MAX Northwest
(877) 349-2757
82 Total Sales
1 in Carnation
$825,000 Price
Starlene Ward
RE/MAX Integrity
(206) 558-0847
49 Total Sales
1 in Carnation
$580,000 Price
On average, homes in Carnation, WA sell after 96 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Carnation, WA over the last 12 months is $859,995, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$542,226
Welcome to 85 Degrees! This beautiful boutique community features 2-story luxury townhomes in the heart of Carnation's historic downtown. This interior unit home offers 2 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths, great room style living space, with 13' ceilings on lower level, 8' doors throughout. A bright, sunny kitchen w/tons of cabinets, pantry & dining room. Upstairs, live comfortably with a secondary
Jenny Albritton Pulte Homes of Washington Inc
$524,195
Welcome to 85 Degrees! This beautiful boutique community features 2-story luxury townhomes in the heart of Carnation's historic downtown. This interior unit home offers 2 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths, great room style living space, with 13' celings on lower level, 8' doors throughout. A bright, sunny kitchen w/tons of cabinets, pantry & dining room. Upstairs, live comfortably with a secondary
Jenny Albritton Pulte Homes of Washington Inc
$1,099,995
“APRIL More with MainVue Sales Event” MOVE IN READY!! MainVue’s luxury homes at Tolt River Terrace offer access to trails, rivers, & parks. The Abelia is a luxurious 4-bed home. Enter through the Foyer & see stairs w/ open iron railing in a matte black finish. The 3/4 Bath offers 3cm Quartz vanity & pendant LED lighting. Home Office sits off the Gourmet Kitchen w/ Quartz counters, stainless steel
Tammy Nelson Teambuilder KW
$1,498,000
Nestled on just under an acre in the highly sought-after Daniels Ranch community, this gorgeous home offers a rare blend of privacy, space, and convenience just minutes from everyday amenities. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors, elegant wainscoting, and expansive windows create a warm, light-filled ambiance. The formal living and dining rooms are perfect for entertaining, while the chef’s kitchen
Robert Papke RE/MAX Alliance
$749,900
New compelling price and new incentives! Preferred rates available starting as low as 4.9% with builder buy down. Only two new homes left from high-quality local builder, Hultquist Homes. These thoughtfully designed duplex-style townhomes live like single-family homes where every home is an end-unit with a two-car garage and includes a covered patio with gated outdoor space perfect for relaxing,
Dianne Masaoka Redfin
$1,295,000
Perched within the evergreen tree canopy overlooking the Snoqualmie River Valley and Cascade Mountains, this Northwest Contemporary home offers a rare blend of modern sophistication and tranquil, nature-filled living—while remaining conveniently close to both Downtown Redmond and Downtown Bellevue. Vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and expansive windows flood the interior with natural light,
Franz Diessner Coldwell Banker Bain
$2,945,000
Nestled in the peaceful foothills of Carnation, this exceptional estate style property offers a rare blend of seclusion, space & pristine natural beauty. Set on 20+ acres of unparalleled privacy, this exquisite residence provides a tranquil retreat that feels worlds away while remaining conveniently close to amenities. Custom built & meticulously crafted in 2022, this immaculate residence boasts
Nick Loveless Windermere R.E. Northeast, Inc
$1,295,000
Perched on 1.3 private acres, this custom-built home captures breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier, the Cascade Mountains, and Snoqualmie Valley. Ideally located just 20 minutes from Microsoft and Redmond and moments from downtown Carnation, it offers the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. The well-designed layout features a sun-filled living room, spacious bonus room, chef’s kitchen
Kyle Moss COMPASS
$839,000
Thoughtfully designed and filled with natural light, this inviting, better than new townhome, offers a seamless blend of comfort, functionality, and modern style. Set in the heart of charming Carnation and just moments from downtown, scenic trails, and the Tolt River, this location offers a lifestyle that feels both connected and peaceful. The main floor features an open concept layout where the
Shane Coulter COMPASS
$2,975,000
This exceptional home features 3,590 square feet of refined living, built in 2016, with a spacious floor plan, and breathtaking sunset views on approximately 26.7 private acres. With potential to subdivide, the acreage also presents a unique investment or future development opportunity, if desired. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday comfort and elevated entertaining, the home features; a
Apryl Tolstoy Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue
$2,500,000
Established in 1884, Meadow Lake Farm spans over 106 acres of A35-zoned land and offers strong income potential. The property features THREE tenant-occupied residences, a roadside market, and approximately 47,000 square feet of industrial-style barn space, along with several additional outbuildings—ideal for a variety of agricultural, ranching, and residential uses. Scenic open fields surround
Porter Balke COMPASS
$542,226
Welcome to 85 Degrees! This beautiful boutique community features 2-story luxury townhomes in the heart of Carnation's historic downtown. This interior unit home offers 2 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths, great room style living space, with 13' ceilings on lower level, 8' doors throughout. A bright, sunny kitchen w/tons of cabinets, pantry & dining room. Upstairs, live comfortably with a secondary
Jenny Albritton Pulte Homes of Washington Inc
$552,500
42 acres of farmland set in the heart of the picturesque Snoqualmie Valley, an area celebrated for its rich, fertile soils and enduring agricultural heritage. The land itself is the true asset—open, productive acreage currently used for grazing, with excellent potential for continued agricultural use, long-term land investment, and completing the existing structure into a beautiful residential
Porter Balke COMPASS
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