Lake Stevens is a rapidly growing Seattle suburb characterized by natural beauty and quiet living. Though West Lake Stevens doesn’t actually offer any lakeside properties, residents are only a few miles from the water and enjoy living near the commercial hubs of the city.
West Lake Stevens offers living that is less expensive than the houses around the lake itself. Colorful and contemporary clapboard homes with three bedrooms go for $500,000 to $700,000. Five-bedroom homes can get up to $1 million when they are situated on larger lots. Most streets have sidewalks and streetlamps, and yards are just big enough for a decorative tree or bushes. The area is also home to a few senior living communities where mobile homes and small houses go for $70,000 to $250,000. Under 20th Street SE, there are fewer houses, usually with large lots and a more rural feel. “The west side of Lake Stevens has a mix of everything,” explains Bryce Greenleaf, a real estate broker with Skyline Properties Ltd who specializes in the area. “People pick the east side because it feels busier and more connected than the rest of the city; it's where all the commercial stuff is.”
Kids in the neighborhood can attend Hillcrest Elementary School, which receives an A-minus from Niche. Then it’s on to Lake Stevens Middle for grades six and seven, which receives a B-plus. Cavelero Mid High School is located right within the neighborhood, also receives a B-plus and serves all the eighth and ninth graders in the district. The morning bus ride to Cavelero is famously held up by traffic, but some residents of West Lake Stevens are close enough to make the walk instead. Students then finish out at Lake Stevens High School, rated A-minus. Lake Stevens High is known for its sports programs and gets a 9/10 college readiness score from GreatSchools because of its Career and Technical Education program. The Lake Stevens School District is often a draw to the area and is ranked second in Snohomish County by Niche.
But it's not all retail. Frontier Heights Park has a playground with unique wooden play structures, and Cavalero Hill has a dog park and skate park. Two miles away, Davies Beach offers lake access, with a wraparound dock great for launching boats, fishing and spending a day in the sun. "Parks are the way that those who don't live on the water get to enjoy the lake," explains Jill Mies, the Parks Planning & Development Coordinator for Lake Stevens. "All our parks are free to the public — we only charge for boat launching or boat parking — and we are constantly listening to the community to learn how to make our parks even better." There are several parks around the lake that offer waterfront fun and community activities like farmers markets and holiday celebrations. And the lake really comes alive during Aquafest, a July summer festival of food, music and outdoor fun.
The main commercial hub is the Frontier Village Shopping Center, which offers a selection of chain restaurants interspersed with locally owned restaurants. The RAM’s indulgent American fare is a neighborhood staple, and LJ’s Bistro and Bar is a family-owned neighborhood favorite for brunch and dinner. For tastes from further abroad, Royal House Biryani House and Viet Thai Noodle House are popular choices. The shopping center is also home to Target, Safeway and other big box stores. Or head two miles south to stop by the neighborhood Costco.
West Lake Stevens may be a busier area, but many residents still make the commute to larger cities. Marysville is 7 miles north, and cities like Everett, Lynnwood and all the way down to Seattle are difficult to get to with the traffic in the area. The stretch of US Highway 2 that connects Lake Stevens to the greater Seattle area is called “the trestle” by locals and is often jam-packed during rush hour. As a result, the 20-minute trip to Everett or the 45-minute trip to Seattle can easily double in time. Since the nearby cities offer larger hospitals, airports, and bigger shopping malls — as well as touristy attractions and nightlife — the residents of West Lake Stevens tend to plan for trips that fall outside of rush hour times.
Kelsi Dockins
COMPASS
(509) 761-3882
69 Total Sales
1 in West Lake Stevens
$365,000 Price
Jared Boundy
Coldwell Banker Danforth
(206) 222-5651
56 Total Sales
1 in West Lake Stevens
$654,000 Price
Kevin Zelko
Lake & Company
(206) 496-0895
60 Total Sales
1 in West Lake Stevens
$750,000 Price
Forrest Reda
Coldwell Banker Bain
(425) 842-3780
63 Total Sales
1 in West Lake Stevens
$610,000 Price
Jesse Tronson
Aqua
(206) 350-7071
195 Total Sales
1 in West Lake Stevens
$640,000 Price
Lincy Mathew
Keller Williams Eastside
(425) 390-8999
28 Total Sales
3 in West Lake Stevens
$585K - $691K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Lake Stevens | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in West Lake Stevens, Lake Stevens sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Lake Stevens, Lake Stevens over the last 12 months is $640,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$615,000
Step inside this 2 Story home that lives like single family- no attached walls but low maintenance yard! Spacious entryway with dining room and open concept kitchen/family. Attached 2 car garage. Newer quartz counters in kitchen with bar area eating space. Low maintenance patio backyard. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms + bonus loft space. Laundry with washer/dryer included. Primary suite with separate
Lande Team Real Estate Windermere RE North, Inc.
$899,950
BLACK FRIDAY PRICE! MOTIVATED SELLERS! Stunning 3 bed 2.5 bath well-maintained 2-story home sits on a level lot with mature fruit/apple trees, raised garden space, 2 lrge shops, lush landscaping. 400 amp. NEW ROOF (9/2025) Inside boost open kitchen-family room combo and living room with soaring skylight ceilings wood burning fireplace, Large deck w/hot tub, built-in cooking station, attched 2-car
Jen Templeton Jason Mitchell Real Estate WA
$680,000
Welcoming rambler with large shop and detached 1 car garage situated on over half an acre in the Cavelero area of Lake Stevens. 1,323 square foot, 3 bed, 1 bath home has updated plumbing, wiring, flooring, windows, foundation, custom concrete countertops, new refrigerator, & water heater. The bathroom was remodeled last year with modern soaking tub and walk-in shower. Huge fully fenced property
Wesley Harrison FIRST AND MAIN
$230,000
Welcome to the Serene Neighborhood of Westview Estates. Tucked just between the Trestle & Highway 9. This prime Lake Stevens spot delivers privacy with all essentials mere blocks away. Stroll to Frontier Village. This house has a NEW ROOF & Skylights, Stainless Steel appliances & NEW Exterior paint. Rebuilt front porch & back deck- plus premium upgrades throughout. This home feels warm from the
Jeremiah Anderson John L. Scott Everett
$94,900
Vacant building LOT in the desirable Cavalero Hill area of Lake Stevens! Easy access to Hwy 2, I-5, Hwy 9, public transit and shopping! Located in the sought-after Lake Stevens School District! Access to water and power in the street. Great value and opportunity! Buyer to verify all information to Buyer’s satisfaction and to feasibility.
Ryan Nobach Windermere RE Arlington
$1,100,000
Spacious, one of a kind home is your oasis in Lake Stevens! The foyer boasts marble flooring, vaulted ceilings, & opens to the living room w/ gas fireplace. Dining room off living room. Open kitchen w/ oversized quartz island, hardwood flooring, & backyard access. Family room features built ins & stone fireplace. Office on main level, 1⁄2 bath, utility room, & additional 3⁄4 bath w/ backyard
Allen Johnson RE/MAX Northwest
$3,600 per month
Completely updated split level rental! Upstairs has an open concept floor plan with a beautiful kitchen with stainless steel appliance and white cabinets. Living area with corner fireplace and slider that opens to large deck overlooking the greenbelt area. 3 large bedrooms and primary has it's own private bath. Downstairs another large bonus room with corner fireplace. Another bedroom, bathroom
Cindy Sibley Hallmark Homes NW, LLC
$1,950 per month
Spacious Two-bedroom, one bath condo in Lake Stevens! Great location, close to shopping and bus line. Laminate floors, stainless appliances, and fenced yard. Newer light fixtures, stainless refrigerator, stainless dishwasher, plus a smooth top range! Bottom floor, corner unit that comes with a storage closet, two parking spaces and a green back yard area. Small Pets Ok with pet fee. Non-smoking.
Avery Leverett Preferred Property Mgmt NW
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Charming downtown lakeside community with local restaurants and recreation
