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Downtown Kenmore

Downtown Kenmore

Suburban Neighborhood in Kenmore, Washington

King County 98028
$558,891 Average Value
$516 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Central Kenmore offers shops, homes and walkable streets

Welcome to Downtown Kenmore! Located at the heart of this laid-back city, Downtown Kenmore refers specifically to the 10 acres surrounding the intersection of 68th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 181st Street. Featuring a large town square complete with commercial retailers, residential spaces and proximity to all things fun, Downtown Kenmore is perfect for folks who want walkability and direct access to all of the hustle and bustle.

Downtown Kenmore is a very walkable neighborhood, just 30 minutes north of Seattle.
Downtown Kenmore is a very walkable neighborhood, just 30 minutes north of Seattle.
Downtown Kenmore residents head to 192 Brewing Company to check out Blues Jam Sundays.
Downtown Kenmore residents head to 192 Brewing Company to check out Blues Jam Sundays.
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Downtown condos, apartments and single-family homes

Housing in Downtown Kenmore consists primarily of condo and apartment options, ranging from high-rise complexes to the smaller garden-style buildings, as well as mobile home options. For those looking to buy, homebuyers will also find a wide range of single-family homes, townhouses and condo options in the near vicinity. Prospective buyers can choose from mid-century designs or opt for a modern farmhouse style. The average listing price here is $1.1 million, but price points can vary from the low $500,000s to over $2.6 million depending on the age, size and location of the property. Most homes here feature lush landscaping and well-tended gardens, plus tall handsome deciduous trees.

Downtown Kenmore is a mixed residential and commercial area with condos and townhomes primarily.
Downtown Kenmore is a mixed residential and commercial area with condos and townhomes primarily.
A contemporary home with modern features and amenities in Downtown Kenmore.
A contemporary home with modern features and amenities in Downtown Kenmore.
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The Hangar is a social hub for coffee and conversation

Locals can grab groceries at Safeway, mail a package at The UPS Store, then pop over to the Kenmore Library to pick up something to read. Casual spots like Zeek’s Pizza or Icihiban Teriyaki have good eats, and Stoup Brewing Kenmore is great for a pint. The Hangar is the city’s communal gathering place. Designed to look like an airplane hangar, vican sip on an espresso, read a book or meet up with friends in this outdoor open-air space.

Meet a friend for coffee at Diva Espresso in Downtown Kenmore.
Meet a friend for coffee at Diva Espresso in Downtown Kenmore.
Downtown Kenmore residents head to Safeway for all their grocery needs.
Downtown Kenmore residents head to Safeway for all their grocery needs.
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Northshore School District ranks third in Washington

Students in Downtown Kenmore attend public schools within the Northshore School District, which Niche ranks as Washington’s third-best school district with an overall A-plus grade. Nearby schools include Kenmore Elementary (A-minus), Kenmore Middle (A) and Inglemoor High (A). Serving over 1,500 students in ninth through twelfth grades, Inglemoor High offers AP coursework, an International Baccalaureate program and early-college credit opportunities for students, in addition to its standard curriculum. The Northshore School District is known statewide and nationally for its academic excellence, and serves more than 20,000 students in Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville and the surrounding areas. And with an overall district ranking of ‘A-plus’ from Niche.com, it should come as no surprise that all three of these schools also received a ranking of ‘B-plus’ or higher, respectively.

Kenmore Middle near Downtown Kenmore is a top-rated school in the area.
Kenmore Middle near Downtown Kenmore is a top-rated school in the area.
Downtown Kenmore students attend Inglemoor High before graduating to college.
Downtown Kenmore students attend Inglemoor High before graduating to college.
Downtown Kenmore youngsters begin their studies at Kenmore Elementary nearby.
Downtown Kenmore youngsters begin their studies at Kenmore Elementary nearby.
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Log Boom Park offers lake access, trails and fishing

Downtown is within a mile of popular Log Boom Park. Located on the shores of Lake Washington, this park offers residents just under 4 acres of waterfront to explore. Enjoy the beach, take a dip in the lake or hike one of the local trails. For those who love fishing, stroll down to the dock and cast out a line. The Burke-Gilman Trail passes through Log Boom Park and offers a total of 19 miles between Kenmore and Bothell for hiking, biking or skating. Boaters can hit the water using Kenmore’s public launch.

Kenmore’s Log Boom Park features public docks for fishing and waterfront walks.
Kenmore’s Log Boom Park features public docks for fishing and waterfront walks.
Go for a peaceful walk or a long bike ride on Burke-Gilman Trail in Downtown Kenmore.
Go for a peaceful walk or a long bike ride on Burke-Gilman Trail in Downtown Kenmore.
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Driving to Seattle takes about an hour via I-5 South

Major area employers like Microsoft, Amazon, Google and Boeing, as well as Kenmore Air and Kenmore Camera, are nearby. Commuters can utilize public transit systems. With both the King County Metro service and the Sound Transit services, commuters can hop on the Link light rail, the Sounder train or the ST express bus to get where they need to be. Or for those who prefer to drive into Seattle, plan for a roughly one-hour commute via Interstate-5 South.

Many Kenmore residents work at Microsoft, a key regional employer outside downtown.
Many Kenmore residents work at Microsoft, a key regional employer outside downtown.
Downtown Kenmore is easily accessible by car or by public transportation.
Downtown Kenmore is easily accessible by car or by public transportation.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle Paine Field International

25 min drive

Bus

68th Ave NE & NE Bothell Way

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68th Ave NE & NE 175th St

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NE Bothell Way & 80th Ave NE

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Kenmore Park & Ride & NE Bothell Way

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NE Bothell Way & 77th Ct NE

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NE Bothell Way & 73rd Ave NE

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NE Bothell Way & 68th Ave NE

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Kenmore US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Downtown Kenmore Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$676,724
Median Sale Price
$669,995
Median Single Family Sale Price
$848,800
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$882,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$699,697
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
54
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$516

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
456
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,018
On par with the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,697
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,095
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
704
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,187

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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,116
Median Age
39
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,479
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$116,814

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.6%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
50%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.9%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

47 / 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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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Downtown Kenmore
Dustin Bruce
Ballpark Realty
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