Beneath the northern Pacific overgrowth, Alderbrook has an eclectic layout with neighborhood trails that wander over woodland ponds in Federal Way, a suburban town south of Seattle. The area has easy access to natural spaces, including nearby parks and wetland preserves along the Puget Sound. Outdoor recreation is a central part of life here, with trails, shoreline areas and forested green spaces all within reach.
Enjoy quiet and easy living with access to nearby city life in Alderton.
Alderbrook is surrounded by forested land.
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Split-level designs and traditional architecture
Comprised of cul-de-sacs on hilly streets, Alderbrook homes feature a different take on traditional architecture, with A-frames, slanted roofs and other design features that stand out. Most of the architecture includes vinyl siding and chimneys. Lunette glass peaks give oversized windows an arched view. Floor plans have split-level designs, with some ground-level floors and others elevated on natural hills, some with custom New Traditional and contemporary homes that combine Craftsman and cottage-style architecture. Contemporary homes cost around $240,000 to $780,000, and New Traditional styles range from $470,000 to $800,000.
Many residnetial streets in Alderbrook end in quiet cul-de-sacs.
Alderbrook architecture is most known for it's large number of new traditional homes.
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Walking trails through woodland ponds
Conna Park features a forested walking track by a pond and playground over a 25-acre space. The track continues to main roads and landmarks. “The walking and biking trails make it easy to live here,” says Pillay. Another trail leads down to Duck Pond, where residents can feed mallard. Saghalie Park provides turf and grassy fields for soccer, along with beach volleyball, tennis and basketball courts. Saghalie Park also has a running track and jungle gym structures. Many facilities have lighting installations for games after nightfall. The Federal Way Community Center has a swimming pool with a two-story waterslide, a climbing wall and fitness classes.
Duck Pond is a centrally located small park and pond in Alderbrook.
Saghalie Park in Alderbrook features a number of free use sports fields.
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Happenings in Federal Way
The Federal Way Community Center also throws townwide holiday events, like the Jingle Bell Brunch in December. The community's annual July 4th celebration is called the Red, White and Blues Festival, and this tradition includes food vendors, live music and fireworks in Celebration Park.
Students earn college credit
Each public school in the Alderbrook pipeline receives an overall C-plus grade from Niche. Silver Lake Elementary School has a leadership program for students looking to improve their skills. Illahee Middle School has athletics programs like wrestling, soccer and gymnastics. Decatur High School offers the “Running Start” program, which allows students to earn up to 60 college credits before graduation. After high school, various universities are in the region, like the University of Washington in Tacoma, about 10 miles south.
Dining at Pimiento Bistro
Nearby shopping centers provide a convenient stop for food without the hassle of heading farther into Federal Way. Twin Lakes Village is a retail center that offers restaurants, markets and cafes. KC Deez serves Kansas-style barbecue dishes with coleslaw and potato salad in a simple interior. Pimienta Bistro serves seafood and pasta in a formal dining room with an old-fashioned atmosphere. Safeway is on 336th Street, and Fred Meyer is another supermarket on 21st Avenue.
Enjoy freshly made Pupusas from La Herradura in Alderbrook.
Try the Smoked briscuit at KC Deez BBQ in Alderbrook.
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Car-dependent with options
Alderbrook is car dependent, although the Sound Transit (ST Express) bus system provides public transportation with six stops along 21st Avenue. About 4 miles northeast is downtown Federal Way, by taking 320th Street. Tacoma is roughly 10 miles south, and Seattle is approximately 27 miles north on Interstate 5. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) offers air travel for Federal Way.
Alderbrook residents have access to the King County Metro System.
Alderbrook has great public sidewalks which makes the area walkable.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alderbrook
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Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Alderbrook Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alderbrook, Federal Way sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Alderbrook, Federal Way over the last 12 months is $677,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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