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Live, work and play in Totem Lake
Just 3 miles from Lake Washington, Totem Lake is a peaceful, bikeable neighborhood with easy access to Interstate 405, shopping and dining. In 2017, Totem Lake Mall was redeveloped into The Village at Totem Lake, a newly imagined lifestyle that includes mixed-use, retail and residential. "[This development] brought a resurgence of people seeking to be close to local amenities.," says Realtor Elizabeth Avery with Re/MAX Northwest, who grew up in Kirkland. "The Village at Totem Lake has totally revitalized the area."
The Village at Totem Lake offers an upscale shopping experience with retail and restaurants.
The Village shopping center in the Totem Lake neighborhood.
The Totem Lake neighborhood has easy highway access.
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Diverse range of homes
Totem Lake comprises townhouses and single-family homes in architectural styles such as bi-level, ranch-style and bungalows. Prices range from $422,000 to $3.2 million. Most homes have at least one-car garages, and lots are less than 1/8 of an acre, suitable for a small garden or outdoor seating. Wide, winding streets are lined with mature evergreen trees and paved sidewalks.
Homes in Totem Lake vary from modern construction, ramblers and bi-levels.
The Village in Totem Lake, features a shopping mall, movie theater and many dining options.
The Totem Lake neighborhood has a variety of craftsman-inspired homes.
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Parks for dogs and their humans
Totem Lake Park, less than a 2-mile drive on local streets, offers a play area and raised plank paths around the grassy marsh surrounding the namesake lake. Highlands Park has a large, colorful play area, a small athletic field and picnic areas. This park is a popular place to take kids, but there's limited parking available, so walking or getting to the park earlier in the day is recommended. Forbes Creek Park features tennis courts, a basketball court, a playground and numerous benches. Jasper's Dog Park is an off-leash space surrounded by mossy woodland. There are separate sections for large and small dogs, as well as canopied walking trails. East Side Tennis Center offers lessons and programs as well as pickleball. Next door is the Seattle Badminton Club, which offers drop-in sessions and leagues for students and adults.
Totem Lake Park with newly built condos in the background, at the heart of Totem Lake.
Wooden Planks near the duck pond in Totem Lake.
Jasper's Dog Park sits between residential and commercial areas.
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High school offers 30 clubs
The award-winning Lake Washington School District serves Totem Lake. Both Alexander Graham Bell Elementary and Kirkland Middle School have A scores from Niche. Juanita High School boasts nearly 30 student clubs, such as Literary Magazine, Gardening Club and Dungeons & Dragons Club, and it has an A-minus from Niche.
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School's main entrance.
Juanita High School's field.
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I-405 runs straight through town
The community has several bus stops; however, most residents rely on their cars for transportation. I-405 runs through the community. Kenmore Air Harbor is a 9-mile drive on local roads. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 23 miles via I-405 South.
The Totem Lake neighborhood has easy highway access.
The Totem Lake bus system carries residents to and from work, shopping, and residential areas.
Sidewalks line both residential and commercial areas in the Totem Lake neighborhood.
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Close to so much retail
Encompassing over 8 acres, The Village at Totem Lake comprises a movie theater, 20 retailers and a Whole Foods market. "Residents can shop and live in The Village, which rents luxury apartments," Avery says. The Village also offers plenty of dining options. Silverlake Ramen serves every flavor of ramen. Hanoon is a Lebanese restaurant serving small plates and shawarma. Don't Yell At Me, a Taiwan-based bubble tea shop, offers classic Taiwanese flavors like jasmine or taro. Local favorite Salt & Straw serves frozen treats in unique flavors like strawberry balsamic. There are more amenities outside of The Village at Totem Lake. Fred Meyer is a 2-mile drive on local streets. There are also lots of dining options. Spicy Talk Bistro is a casual Chinese restaurant serving classic Chinese American favorites alongside authentic Sichuan dishes like sizzling beef and mapo tofu. The pet-friendly Maelstrom Brewing Company allows patrons to bring in outside food.
You can sit outside Whole Foods in Totem Lake, and enjoy lunch.
Grocery stores, dining, retail, movie theaters and more at The Village in Totem Lake.
The Sweetside serves all manner of desert in the Totem Lake neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
McAuliffe Park
132nd Square Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Totem Lake Playground
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Forbes Creek Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Highlands Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Jasper's Dog Park
Dog Park
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Seattle Paine Field International
30 min drive
Bus
124th Ave NE & NE 116th St
Bus
Totem Lake Blvd & NE Village Plaza
Bus
I-405 & Totem Lake Freeway Station - Bay 1
Bus
Totem Lake Transit Center - Bay 3
Bus
NE 124th St & 111th Ln NE
Bus
120th Ave NE & NE 112th St
Bus
NE 124th St & 124th Ave NE
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Totem Lake
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Totem Lake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Totem Lake, Kirkland sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Totem Lake, Kirkland over the last 12 months is $572,500, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
TOP-FLOOR Tanager at Totem Lake, backing GREENBELT! Welcome to this light/bright open plan with 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Features a clean open kitchen design with breakfast bar, open living room with greenbelt privacy and fireplace. Relax on your private BBQ deck with southern exposure and peaceful greenbelt. Enjoy great community amenities including outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness
Spacious end-unit townhome surrounded by a greenbelt for total privacy. Dramatic cathedral ceilings and large windows fill the living room with natural light. Formal dining room opens to a charming patio. Kitchen offers ample storage, workspace, and casual dining. Loft space perfect for office/den. Two bedrooms with recently remodeled en-suite bathrooms. 2-car attached garage. Enjoy serene living
Beautifully updated 1-bedroom condo in the heart of Totem Lake! This spacious, light-filled home offers exceptional privacy with serene views of the lush greenbelt. Enjoy an airy open layout, abundant natural light, and a peaceful setting—all just minutes from The Village at Totem Lake, EvergreenHealth Medical Center, dining, and major shopping. A perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and
Thoughtfully designed floor plans, sleek modern finishes, and smart home technology come together to create a blueprint for effortless living within the center of a vibrant new village in Kirkland, WA. Welcome home to our spacious Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments at Aspect at Totem Lake.
Located near the Village at Totem Lake, this new build has all the bells and whistles of a luxury condo building. This spacious unit features 10 ft high ceilings, wide plank hardwood floors, and stainless steel Bosch appliances. Studio type unit hosts a designated bedroom area with enclosed walls for privacy (no door) and separate closet inside. The complex features daytime concierge, clubhouse,
NOW OPEN! With nearly 18,000 square feet of amenity space, The Brynn takes life at our apartments in Kirkland, WA to the next level. Whether you're hitting your personal best in our fitness center, crushing work goals in our co-working lounge, or exercising Rover in the dog run with faux grass, our community spaces are the biggest and best in Totem Lake. Our location on Slater Avenue near Totem
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,085
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,733
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,739
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.2%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
45%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.2%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63/ 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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