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Talus

Talus

Suburban Neighborhood in Issaquah, Washington

King County 98027
$1,554,443 Average Value
$550 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Talus offers highly rated schools and a convenient location

With mature evergreens and natural-looking stone features, it would be easy to miss the Talus neighborhood while driving along Renton Issaquah Road. This mixed-use development tucked into the hillside might seem far from civilization, but it’s just minutes from all your daily needs. “The location is great. It’s close to Costco and the highways,” says Irene Mendoza, a managing broker with Keller Williams. “It has a very good school nearby. It’s one of the top-rated schools in the area.” The highly-rated schools and convenience to shopping, dining and recreation make Talus a desirable neighborhood in the Seattle suburb of Issaquah.

Modern single-family and townhomes in southwest Issaquah

Talus is a relatively new community, and most homes have been built within the last 20 years, with several new areas of the neighborhood still being developed. There is a mix of town houses and single-family homes, often with several stories. “Because of the topography, most of the homes will be multi-level. You want to maximize the views you can get from your home,” says Mendoza. The hilly terrain offers pristine views of the surrounding mountains and countryside.

Many houses have Craftsman features such as spacious porches and square columns on the front of the home. Exteriors often feature a mix of wood siding and stone accents. Most houses in Talus come in shades of blue, green or gray, matching the natural landscape. Other styles of homes include modern contemporary with large windows that let in plenty of light and sharp, defined edges. Houses are close together, giving the neighborhood an urban feel. Young trees line the streets, adding to the natural beauty of the surrounding forest. Homes in Talus typically cost at least $800,000 and often cost more than $1 million.

Highly rated Issaquah School District 411

Students in Talus might attend Issaquah Valley Elementary School, rated an A-minus by Niche, Issaquah Middle School, rated an A, and Issaquah High School, which gets an A-plus rating. Issaquah High is rated as one of the best public high schools in the state and offers several programs to help students prepare for college, including the Running Start and College in the High School programs. Students participating in these programs can earn college credit while working on their high school diploma. The school also has a thriving sports medicine program that has won the state and national competitions 10 times.

Harvey Manning, Cougar Mountain Regional and other parks nearby

Harvey Manning Park is a small 10-acre neighborhood park located at the northern edge of the development. This green space has a half-court basketball court, a playground and natural open space. Talus is also surrounded by state and local parks. Several trailheads in and near the neighborhood link residents to Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park and Squak Mountain State Park. Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is a 5,000-acre park with more than 35 miles of trails for residents to explore. The park features forests with mature trees, streams, wetlands and cliffs. The Shangri-La Trail runs to the Million Dollar View Pergola, which offers sweeping views of nearby Lake Sammamish and the Cascade Mountains.

Shopping and dining options in Talus, more in Issaquah

Shopping and dining options are close at hand in Talus. L’Experience Paris is a local café chain located in the heart of the neighborhood. Residents enjoy the upscale, cozy atmosphere at this restaurant, known for its cappuccinos and croissants. WildfFin American Grill is a lively lunch and dinner restaurant in town, known for Pacific Northwest fare, including locally raised ribeye and crab-stuffed rockfish. Locals enjoy the happy hour menu, which features discounted drinks and appetizers seven days a week. For groceries, there’s a Trader Joe’s on Gilman Boulevard. For other household needs, stores such as Target and Costco are also nearby.

Commuting from Talus to downtown Seattle, Bellevue and more

Interstate 90 connects to downtown Seattle, less than 17 miles northwest. “A lot of people are moving out of downtown Seattle, and this is the best place for them because they can still get to Seattle easily,” says Mendoza. The thriving business community in Bellevue is roughly 11 miles away. Renton Issaquah Road runs south to Interstate 405, which connects to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, just over 16 miles away.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

33 min drive

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Talus Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,044,500
Median Sale Price
$1,014,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,630,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$760,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$785,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$550

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
791
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,277
Significantly above the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,539
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,605
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,058
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,629
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$190,789
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$199,646

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
74.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.3%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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