$3,235,260Average Value$982Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Wooded retreat on Mercer Island
East Mercer is a densely wooded neighborhood on the coast of Mercer Island, a small city between Seattle and Bellevue. Here, sprawling homes sit on the hillside above Lake Washington, and community-maintained trails connect neighborhoods through scenic shortcuts. “The neighborhoods of East Mercer Island have their own distinct character,” says Lori Holden, a Mercer Island native and Broker with John L. Scott Real Estate. “East Mercer is known for its winding roads, varied topography, lush feel and a waterfront reminiscent of Lake Tahoe.”
East Mercer is a beutiful neighborhood on Mercer Island on the shores of Lake Washington.
Water front properties in East Mercer often include clean and well maintained dock space.
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Modern waterfront properties
The rainforest borders many of the homes here, while large windows and waterfront views add to the area’s nature-oriented atmosphere. The architecture in this neighborhood is eclectic, with a modern take on classic styles, sporting uneven roofs and disconnected structures on steep terrain. East Mercer features contemporary, Mediterranean and elevated ranch-style homes with midcentury windows and substantial wrap-around decks. Prices range from $1.5 million to $7.5 million. Many houses west of Mercer Way fall under $3 million, gaining considerable size closer to Lake Washington. Waterfront properties often have private docks, beach houses or views of Mt. Rainier.
Contemporary homes are common on the East Mercer water front.
Many East Mercer homes are on private lots surrounded by wooded areas.
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Park space, trails and indoor pools
Mercer Island has 35 parks and 50 miles of trails. A gravel path navigates the forest at Ellis Park Pond, with wildlife, like ducks, and a shortcut to other neighborhoods. Gallagher Hill Open Space has an 11-acre area above Interstate 90, with trails created and maintained by volunteers in the community. Rotary Park has a tree-lined trail with picnic tables across from the Mercer Island Library on 44th Street. The Mary Wayte Pool features six lanes, lessons and a shallow area for kids. Members at the Mercerwood Shore Club have access to tennis courts, an outdoor pool and boat landings on the beach.
Mary Wayte Pool provides East Mercer residents with a great way to exercise in the neighborhood.
Watch the ducks at The Ellis Park Pond for an afternoon of entertainment near East Mercer.
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Highly regarded Mercer Island schools
The Mercer Island School District has over 4,000 students and is ranked one of the best school districts in Washington, according to Niche. Island Park Elementary and Islander Middle School both earn a Niche grade of A. Island Park Elementary School is part of the Green Schools Program, which encourages recycling and focuses on habitat education. The curriculum at Islander Middle School emphasizes technology, offering iPad rentals, tutorials and best practices. Mercer Island High School has an A-plus grade and an average SAT score of 1380.
East Mercer students attend Island Park Elementary School.
East Mercer teenagers attend Mercer Island High School.
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Public transit and getting to Seattle
East Mercer is car-dependent, though it has some public transit options. The Sound Transit and the King County Metro bus systems make stops in Mercer Island, although their main routes are farther west, with stops along 86th Avenue. There are also park-and-ride areas throughout town. The East Link project is an extension of the Sound Transit light rail that will connect passengers to downtown Seattle in 2025. Downtown Seattle is about 7 miles west of the island on Interstate 90, a floating freeway on the lake. The Seattle-Tacoma, also known as SeaTac, is a significant hub for airlines and passenger flights about 17 miles from the island.
I-90 is East Mercer's only way on and off of Mercer Island
East Mercer has access to Sound Transit.
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Dining in Downtown Mercer Island
East Mercer is roughly 2 miles southeast of the island’s retail center. Downtown Mercer Island has exciting new restaurants and coffee shops. One example is La Fete Patisserie, a French pastry shop with croissants, a sleek interior design and patio seating. Mioposto Pizzeria serves wood-fired pies and cocktails in an industrial atmosphere with tall ceilings. QFC is a supermarket on 28th Street, while Metropolitan Market has a bakery and a hot food bar on 77th Avenue. About 5 miles north, Downtown Bellevue features sprawling shopping malls and more restaurants.
Mioposto Pizzeria is an East Mercer local favorite dinner spot.
La Fete Patisserie serves incredible pastries and coffee just a few minutes from East Mercer.
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Parks in this Area
Island Crest Park
Homestead Field
Mercerdale Park
Rotary Park
Mercer Island Boat Launch
Bicentennial Park
Mercer Island Bike Skills Park
Ellis Pond Park
Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
26 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Mercer
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
East Mercer Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Mercer, Mercer Island sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in East Mercer, Mercer Island over the last 12 months is $2,200,000, down 47% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
490
Median Age
45
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$264,407
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$256,531
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
81.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
18/ 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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