Edmonds Bowl

For scenic views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, wide open green spaces and proximity to thriving Downtown Edmonds, Edmonds Bowl is an underrated luxury area with so much to offer. You're just five miles from the I-5, which puts you less than 20 miles from both Everett and Seattle, making it perfect for those who want the amenities of Edmonds while maintaining a close commute. “This is one of the most desirable areas of Edmonds,” says Realtor and lifelong Edmonds resident Teresa Simanton, “Growing up here was almost idyllic. There are unobstructed views of the water, public beaches, shopping, award-winning restaurants and huge community festivals and celebrations.”

Luxury homes are the name of the game here in Edmonds Bowl. Stunning waterfront estates, beautifully updated midcentury ramblers, trilevels and Craftsman-inspired cottages can be found throughout the area, often tucked away underneath towering evergreen trees. Contemporary town houses are another feature, often with upscale amenities like floor-to-ceiling windows, spa bathrooms and chef's kitchens. These homes typically have private outdoor spaces, offering the chance to create the perfect relaxation or entertainment space. With the area's upscale homes and sweeping views, home prices reflect the area's luxury. Town houses cost $875,000, while cottages, ramblers and midcentury homes range between $1 million and $2 million. For luxury homes with waterfront views, prices cost between $2 million and $6 million.

Families with public school students are part of Edmonds School District, including Edmonds Elementary School. Rated above average on student progress by Great Schools, students here have access to an active library program with online resources, eBooks and a virtual meditation room. At College Place Middle School, students can get after-school help with homework and complex subjects with the school's Cougar Learning Lab. Students in grades nine through twelve attend Edmonds Woodway High School, which ranked above average on test scores and college readiness on Great Schools. Families can personalize their student's education with pathways in culinary arts, architectural design and engineering.

Set on Puget Sound's pebbled shores, living here offers plenty of scenic outdoor recreation. One of the most prominent outdoor spaces is Brackett's Landing Shoreline Sanctuary. This park has trails alongside a pebble-and-sand beach speckled with driftwood, where you can go for a stroll while admiring nearby harbor seals and the occasional pod of orcas. There are also plenty of picnic and bonfire areas that are perfect for watching the sunset. If you're a fan of hiking, head to Maplewood Park. Take a morning stroll or walk your dog along paved walking trails surrounded by mossy cedar and pine trees. Families will love Hummingbird Hill Park, a quiet neighborhood park with a colorful playground and modest walking path.

Located just minutes from Downtown Edmonds, you have so much of the area's dining, retail and entertainment within reach. This charming, tree-lined community center invites you to visit locally owned boutiques like The Curious Nest, an antique shop, and ArtSPOT Edmonds, an art supply store. Spend Sundays getting local produce at the Farmer's Market or grab brunch at restaurants or bakeries. Closer to the neighborhood, you can catch live music, theater productions and local comedy at the Edmonds Center for the Arts or have a cozy date night at Portofino Restaurant and Bar. This charming Italian bistro features wood-fired pizzas, wine and pasta in a candle-lit interior.

Offering a variety of stunning homes, sweeping views of Puget Sound's saltwater shores and all of downtown's dining, retail and entertainment, Edmonds Bowl just might be one of the area's best places to buy a new home.

Written By

Micaela Green

Photography Contributed By

Erik Knudsen

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Jessica Johnson