Three Lakes
Neighborhood in Machias, Washington
Snohomish County 98290
Homes from a range of eras, prices typically over $900K
Homes dating to the early 20th century include bungalows and farmhouses. Spacious contemporary homes from the 2010s sit on large lots. Some of the newest homes combine modern features with vintage Craftsman styling. The majority are priced in the $900,000s to $1.2 million, though the range goes from the $500,000s to $1.8 million. Waterfront homes with private docks, multiacre estates and equestrian properties are among the options on the high end. Some homes are within homeowners associations. Three Lake's CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
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Three lakes: Flowing Lake, Panther Lake and Storm Lake
Flowing Lake County Park and Campground includes Leckie's Beach and an amphitheater. "Flowing Lake is popular. It's a pretty big lake and beautiful," says Robin Price, a broker with eXp Realty Seattle. Motorized boating and jet skiing are only allowed on Flowing Lake. Panther Lake and Storm Lake are smaller and on either side of Flowing Lake, which they connect to via Panther Creek. The three lakes have public boat launches and are popular for fishing.In addition to water recreation and hiking, golf is another area pastime. The Snohomish Golf Course is a family owned, public course that opened in 1967. Dave's Dawghouse is at the course, serving breakfast and lunch.
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The public schools earn B and B-plus grades from Niche
Kids may attend public schools like Dutch Hill Elementary, which earns a B grade from Niche. Centennial Middle School receives a B-plus, and Snohomish High School has a B. Some students participate in the Snohomish Marine Corps Junior ROTC, which is affiliated with several area high schools.
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Within an 8-mile drive of the cities of Snohomish and Monroe
Three Lakes is car-dependent, with rural-style roads and no sidewalks. To the south, there's access to U.S. Route 2, also known as Stevens Pass Highway. The highway extends from Everett on the west and links the region, passing mountainous areas often visited by vacationers and skiers. From Monroe, the trip east to ski resort Stevens Pass is about 50 miles.Storm Lake Grocery has essentials; there's more in nearby towns
Storm Lake Grocery is a small store on Storm Lake Road that sells a variety of items, including homemade bread, pizza, and sandwiches. People may travel to Snohomish, Monroe or Lake Stevens for other stores and restaurants.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Eryn Joslyn
Eryn Joslyn
COMPASS
(206) 207-8727
67 Total Sales
1 in Three Lakes
$1,450,000 Price
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Cameron Dore
Cameron Dore
Responds QuicklyTEC Real Estate Inc.
(206) 535-2643
54 Total Sales
1 in Three Lakes
$1,000,000 Price
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Ellen Bruya
Ellen Bruya
Preview Properties, Inc.
(855) 714-2823
69 Total Sales
1 in Three Lakes
$660,500 Price
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Dustin Bruce
Dustin Bruce
Ballpark Realty
(206) 558-5822
180 Total Sales
3 in Three Lakes
$710K - $1.6M Price Range
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Greg Nelson
Greg Nelson
COMPASS
(425) 510-0269
109 Total Sales
1 in Three Lakes
$1,175,000 Price
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Jesse Le
Jesse Le
Responds QuicklyInspire Realty
(253) 544-3360
62 Total Sales
1 in Three Lakes
$684,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Flowing Lake County Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Three Lakes | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Three Lakes Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Three Lakes, Machias sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Three Lakes, Machias over the last 12 months is $1,100,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,125,000
Median Sale Price
$1,100,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,099,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,849,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$419
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,175
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1993
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,407
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,234
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
29,620
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$775,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,190 Sq Ft
- 15400 Brookside Place
- New 3 days ago
Modern living meets country freedom on this attainable 5-acre slice of Snohomish paradise. This 2022 manufactured home offers 3 bedrooms + office, 2 baths, and 2,198 sq ft of open-concept living with tall ceilings, high-end stainless appliances, butler's pantry, and a primary suite with walk-in closet. Stepping outside you'll find fenced areas and garden space, fruit trees, outbuildings, storage,
Sam Occhiuto eXp Realty
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$2,450,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,946 Sq Ft
- 5021 175th Ave SE
- New 9 days ago
Experience the best of PNW living at this lakefront, Flowing Lake property! Surrounded by nature, this extensively updated home offers serenity, luxury, & year-round outdoor recreation. Inside, the sun-drenched main floor features soaring ceilings & a wall of windows framing lake/mountain views. The open-concept layout features a spacious great room w/ seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The main floor
Miles Lamb Lamb Real Estate
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$1,400,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,350 Sq Ft
- 7614 213th Ave SE
- New 10 days ago
Unmatched craftsmanship just 10 minutes from Monroe! This modern-meets-craftsman home features soaring wood ceilings, expansive wood-wrapped windows, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling fireplace. The chef’s kitchen includes lit glass uppers, quartz counters, a bold island, and luxury Thermador appliances. Main floor den/office/guest room with bath. Upstairs are four bedrooms, with a spa-like
Jim Badgley Windermere Real Estate/East
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,987
Median Age
45
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$167,567
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$189,383
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.8%
College Graduates
37.7%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.6%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Chain Lake
Rural Snohomish County community with plenty of space
Lake Roesiger
Peace and quiet on one of Snohomish County's larger lakes
Machias
Quaint farm lifestyle with nearby recreation and commercial amenities
Monroe
A happy home for people happy in the Great Northwest's great outdoors
South Lake Stevens
Rapidly expanding contemporary living in a lakeside Seattle suburb
Bunk Foss
Large lots in a rural and wooded setting south of Lake Stevens
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