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From steel mills to startups, Kirkland’s growth spans centuries
The Seattle area is renowned as a haven for professionals who flock to the abundant opportunities in the technology sector. Entrepreneurs and startup owners seek out the coastal city for its natural beauty and well-educated workforce. Therefore, it makes historical sense that Lakeview Kirkland was settled in the 1880s by entrepreneurs. The founders of the Moss Bay Iron and Steel Works planned to turn the lakefront area, which eventually became the City of Bellevue, into a West Coast Pittsburgh-like steel mill town. However, the financial panic of 1893 put a stop to those dreams. By the early 1900s, wool mills and shipbuilding factories had taken hold, bringing stability and emerging prosperity to Lakeview Kirkland. World War I created a significant demand for both industries.
Today, Lakeview Kirkland is thriving, perhaps beyond its founders' wildest dreams. Online publication, Seattle Inno, recently named the Lakeview Kirkland area as “the fastest-growing startup city in the U.S.” The area raised more startup funds – $298.6 million – than any other U.S. city in the second quarter of 2022. Beyond its reputation for incubating emerging startups, the area is acclaimed for its stunning natural lakefront beauty and its shoreline. Local restaurants, hotels, and parks compete for the moniker of “best sunset views.”
Doris Cooper Houghton Beach Park in Lakeview Kirkland is a great place to relax and take in the view.
A street performer entertains visitors at Marina Park Public Beach in Lakeview Kirkland.
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Expansive homes offer lake views and custom designs
Homes are distinctive, expansive and often breathtaking for their design and layouts. Homebuyers can occasionally find a turn-of-the-20th-century Victorian or Craftsman-style home. Seattle native and veteran Sean Meade, a Realtor with Compass Realty, says, “Homes under $5,000,000 tend to be ones that are purchased by buyers seeking waterfront lots who then remove the existing home and build a new one to their own specifications." Contemporary estate homes on Lake Washington run from about $11,000,000. Waterfront homes with about 3,000 square feet range from $3,000,000 to $6,400,000. Two-bedroom condominiums, two blocks from the water, can be found for around $900,000.
Waterfront condos along Lake Washington in Lakeview Kirkland, offering sweeping views of the water and the Seattle skyline across the bay.
Stunning waterfront homes on Lake Washington in Lakeview Kirkland.
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Top-rated elementary and middle school serve the neighborhood
Lake Washington School District is the second-largest in the state of Washington and is ranked 17th. Lakeview Elementary offers kindergarten through fifth grade and ranks in the top 50 best elementary schools in the state. Niche gives them an overall A grade. Kirkland Middle also has an A-rating from Niche and is ranked the tenth-best middle school out of 525 schools in the state. Lake Washington High was founded in 1922 with fewer than 50 students. After nearly 100 years, the school opened in a new building in 2011 and has reached an enrollment today of just under 2,000 students. Niche gives it an overall A grade.
Lakeview Elementary School provides excellent education to Moss Bay's youth.
Lake Washington High School is in the South Rose Hill neighborhood.
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Doris Cooper and Marsh Park have art, sports and green space
As Realtor Meade explains, “Those who live an active, healthy life and who want a beachy lifestyle will fall for this area. It offers so much -- and the views are beyond spectacular.” Lakeview Kirkland area parks offer Lake Washington and the Seattle skyline views. Doris Cooper Houghton Beach Park fronts the lake and offers amenities to keep folks busy for a few hours or a full day. Families with young kids enjoy the seasonal swim area with lifeguards, a playground and a sand volleyball court. Landscaped green spaces are perfect for picnicking or taking a run. The park also features three striking public art sculptures. Marsh Park offers four waterfront acres and unbeatable Seattle skyline views. Terrace Park is a small, two-acre park that’s great for little kids. It features a basketball court, a playground and soccer fields.
Admire brass sculptures at Marina Park Public Beach near Lakeview Kirkland.
Take a peaceful stroll on the pier at Marina Park Public Beach near Lakeview Kirkland.
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Italian and seafood restaurants offer lakefront dining experiences
Chianti is located in the heart of downtown and welcomes diners with traditional Italian restaurant details, from white tablecloths to prominent wine racks. Their Bruschetta con Pomodoro and their Zuppa del Giorno are must-haves. Le Grand Bistro Americain serves a buttery seafood menu against the backdrop of boats gently rocking at Carillon Point Dock. Weekends are a great time to enjoy the abundant shopping venues of Lakeview Kirkland. Via Lago is a popular ladies’ boutique offering casual and semi-formal fashions, jewelry and lingerie. Kick It Boutique offers a diverse selection of casual yet work-appropriate fashions. As for groceries, there’s Metropolitan Market and QFC grocery.
Grab a cup of coffee at Zoka Coffee Roasters and Tea Company near Lakeview Kirkland.
Head over to Kirkland Bicycle Shop near Lakeview Kirkland for all your bicycle needs and more.
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Lakeview Kirkland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakeview Kirkland, Kirkland sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakeview Kirkland, Kirkland over the last 12 months is $1,819,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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