Christina McDonald
Coldwell Banker Bain
(206) 312-4528
73 Total Sales
1 in Northshore Summit
$1,975,000 Price
Northshore Summit
Suburban Neighborhood in Kenmore, Washington
King County 98028
$1,178,210
Average Value
$433
Average Price per Sq Ft
Just a mile north from the shores of Lake Washington, you’ll find yourself in the suburban hills of Northshore Summit in Kenmore. This predominantly residential neighborhood bursts of greenery with mature pines and firs surrounding single-family homes on slopy yards along steep streets.
You’ll find many Cape Cods and Craftsman-style houses ranging from $1 to $1.5 million. These mid-century homes typically offer around 2,000 to 4,500 square feet of living space with attached garages to fit two to three cars. With the neighborhood being so hilly, you may even get a view of Lake Washington from your front porch or back deck. Along with the scenic beauty, Northshore Summit is loved for its neighborly atmosphere. Eva Croasdale, Realtor with Windermere Real Estate, has called the area home for about 15 years. She says, “It’s like the dictionary definition of a suburb. It’s very well kept, and people take great pride in their homes. It’s also known for being the best place to go on Halloween. Kids will come from all over just to trick-or-treat there.”
When they’re not filling their bags with candy, kids are studying through the Northshore School District, ranked the 6th-best in the state by Niche. Students start at B-plus-rated Kenmore Elementary and go on to Kenmore Middle and Inglemoor High, both of which receive an A grade from Niche. Inglemoor is ranked the 25th-best high school in Washington and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
“The whole area is a hill, but the peak of it is Northshore Summit Park, and that’s like the crown jewel of the neighborhood,” Croasdale says. Locals enjoy visiting the neighborhood’s namesake park for picnics, walking on gravel trails surrounded by nature and having fun on the playground. For more outdoor adventures, head to Wallace Swamp Creek Park to stroll through the woods and over creek bridges. About a mile south, you can visit Log Boom Park on the northern tip of Lake Washington, offering even more incredible sights. Stop by to fish off the dock, relax on the beach or rent a kayak while watching seaplanes land and take off from Kenmore Air, which has planes that can take you all over the Northwest. The beautiful views from Log Boom Park also come alive during the annual Fourth of July fireworks show, which Croasdale sponsors.
You don’t have to travel far for shopping, dining and entertainment with Downtown Kenmore just a mile from the neighborhood. It’s home to the Hangar, a community gathering space where locals can get coffee from the café, relax by a fireplace and play on the splash pad. Locals also like hanging out at Stoup Brewing Company, one of three locations in the Seattle metro serving pub grub and its award-winning craft beer. Buddah Bruddah is another popular Seattle chain, known for its mix of Asian and Hawaiian dishes. For everyday shopping needs, head to Safeway. And when you’re looking for some indoor fun, knock down some pins at Kenmore Lanes.
“We call it half an hour from everywhere,” says Croasdale, “because we have an equal commute to Seattle and Bellevue.” Both cities are 15 miles south, with Seattle on the west side of Lake Washington and Bellevue on the east side, making Northshore Summit a convenient place to live if you have to commute to either city.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Christina McDonald
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Hailu Liu
Hailu Liu
RE/MAX Town Center
(425) 215-0682
178 Total Sales
1 in Northshore Summit
$883,285 Price
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Michelle Lions
Michelle Lions
Responds QuicklyLions Realty Group
(206) 210-3967
218 Total Sales
1 in Northshore Summit
$1,565,000 Price
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Aimee Anthony
Aimee Anthony
Responds QuicklyReal Estate 2000 Inc.
(360) 502-2252
98 Total Sales
1 in Northshore Summit
$900,000 Price
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Virginia Lawson
Virginia Lawson
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Danforth
(206) 905-9049
96 Total Sales
1 in Northshore Summit
$1,190,000 Price
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Michele Lussier
Michele Lussier
Responds QuicklyJohn L. Scott, Inc.
(425) 324-3935
76 Total Sales
1 in Northshore Summit
$525,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Swamp Creek Park
Log Boom Park
Wallace Swamp Creek Park
- Lake
- Trails
Northshore Summit Park
Horizon View Park
Rhododendron Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Boating
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Northshore Summit | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northshore Summit Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northshore Summit, Kenmore sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Northshore Summit, Kenmore over the last 12 months is $1,142,500, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,075,000
Median Sale Price
$1,142,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,142,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
-5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$433
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
319
Median Year Built
1978
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,751
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,393
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
783
Median Age
45
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$143,478
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$173,848
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 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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