$1,045,259Average Value$490Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
West Highlands offers convenience, competitive prices, mountain views
The Issaquah neighborhood of West Highlands offers a convenient location and competitive home prices with sweeping mountain views. "One of the big draws of this area is its access to Interstate 90," says Managing Broker for the Agency NW Real Estate Matthew Jensen, who sells homes in West Highlands. "This is a community where buyers can come for a good value, comparatively speaking to, for example, Bellevue, because it's a bit farther away from Seattle yet already has all these amenities to offer."
Roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Seattle, Issaquah is located at the south end of Lake Sammamish, where a valley formed by three evergreen mountain peaks stretches southward. West Highlands sits just above the valley on a plateau on the other side of Interstate 90, lending stunning views of downtown Issaquah and Cougar Mountain to neighborhood homes whose views are not obstructed by thick rows of cedar and pine.
West Highland offers a safe and wholesome environment.
Large craftsman-style lookout overlooking the Sammamish Valley in West Highlands.
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A mix of modern styles for single-family and townhomes
Many of the homes in West Highlands are new builds, often exhibiting a variety of styles, but most often small single-family homes and townhomes with a neo-colonial or contemporary look. "It's a nice mix of different styles and motifs," says Jensen. "The more contemporary design is something that's only been around now for about 10 years. Prior to that, it was a lot of Craftsman's." West Highlands is rather affordable considering its distance from one of America's most expensive housing markets. The median price for single-family homes is about $1.6 million, while the median for townhomes is close to $1 million.
Residential streets in West Highlands are packed with a wide variety of architectural styles.
Many people in West Highlands live in large townhomes or duplexes.
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Highly rated Issaquah School District 411 serves West Highlands
Issaquah School District 411 earns an A-plus grade from Niche. Students may attend Clark Elementary (A), Issaquah Middle (A) and Issaquah High (A-plus). The high school’s College and Career Center guides students through career development programs and the college application process. Issaquah High also offers an International Baccalaureate program.
Clark Elementary School serves students in grades K-5.
Issaquah Middle School serves almost 800 students in the Issaquah School District.
Issaquah High School in the Olde Town neighborhood was founded in 1901.
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West Highlands community parks and more outdoor recreation nearby
"Buyers like the interactive element of this community because it's filled with friendly neighbors and parks," says Jensen. "We not only have everything from tennis courts to basketball courts, but we also have biking parks." Though not in the neighborhood, the trailhead for Grand Ridge is roughly 3 miles outside of town, offering extensive trails for mountain biking and long-distance hiking. But there are also parks in town. The small but cozy Vista Park is where people often gather to play volleyball while children watch and jeer from the nearby jungle gym. On your lunch break, grab a seat on a bench at the Community Pillars, a plaza in town where locals go to chat and people-watch.
Vista Park sits in the middle of West Highlands' residential area.
There are plenty of options to sit outside and enjoy the day in West Highlands.
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Grand Ridge Plaza on Park Drive has shopping and dining options
Park Drive, just south of the neighborhood, is lined with shopping and dining options. The Grand Ridge Plaza features a Safeway, Marshalls & HomeGoods, Snapdoodle Toys & Games and other retailers. Dining options in the area include Ram Restaurant & Brewery, an American spot, and Agave Cocina & Tequila, a popular Mexican bar and restaurant. There’s also a Regal movie theater and an Orangetheory Fitness.
Get some work done over a drink at Cafe Ladro in West Highlands.
Meet friends for drinks and Mexican food at Agave Cocina and Tequila in West Highlands.
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Electric vehicle charging stations, walking paths and bike lanes
West Highlands keeps its residents well-connected with several alternative transportation options, such as charging stations for electric vehicles, paved walking trails and separated bike lanes.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Highlands
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Highlands, Issaquah sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Highlands, Issaquah over the last 12 months is $835,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$850,000
Median Sale Price
$835,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,655,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$399,170
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$490
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
214
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
2008
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,284
Above the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,581
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
974
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
596
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,781
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$134,732
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$164,646
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
61.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.4%
% Population in Labor Force
81.5%
Above the national average
64.9%
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®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 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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