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Mercerdale: a quiet little island community
Whether it’s joining a fun community event, taking a kayak on Lake Washington or indulging in sustainable cuisines, Mercerdale has a place for it. “It's not quite isolated but more remote and peaceful," says Sherry Fisher, who has been a public services assistant at the Mercer Island Library for over a year. "You get a lot of people who assume you live on the island because you work here but a lot of people are passing through on their way to Seattle or the east side in Kirkland and Bellevue, so they’re more interested in your story." With an island this small, a small-town feel is certainly par for the course and residents enjoy the tranquility and the camaraderie.
For a peaceful island neighborhood away from city noise, Mercerdale is the perfect spot.
Join community events, kayak Lake Washington, or enjoy Mercerdale's cuisine.
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Midcentury-era homes with modern updates
Condos and single-family homes vary in size and style, with many built in the midcentury modern style and equipped with contemporary amenities. Condos range from $600,000 to $800,000. Single-family home prices are based on location. For homes more inland, they can run $1.5 million to $2.2 million, while homes closer to the water range from $3.2 million to $5 million. There is the occasional property that will reach as high as $12 million. On average, it takes a property about 44 days before going off the market. The neighborhood’s overall CAP Index score is at 3, hovering just under the national average score of 4.
Single-family homes inland range from $1.5 million to $2.2 million.
This split-level home has extra-large living room windows for added light.
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Students can try new skills at Mercer Island schools
West Mercer Elementary School and Islander Middle School have A-ratings from Niche. With an A-plus reputation, Mercer Island High School allows students to explore new skills by making glass crafts, taking yoga or even learning how to operate drones.
Mercer Island High School helps students explore new skills like glass craft-making.
West Mercer Elementary School has an A-ratings from Niche.
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Exploring Mercerdale's parks and Lake Washington
Mercerdale Park’s tranquil space is laden with nature from its plentiful trees to its native plants garden. The Kirk Robinson skate park lets the kids ride open and free and the park’s colorful and inclusive playground encourages little ones to use their imaginations. Homestead Field and Tennis Courts has several spots to throw a ball around, and boaters and kayakers can launch from either Franklin Landing or Proctor Landing to enjoy the cooling breezes of Lake Washington.
Mercerdale Park is in the heart of Mercer Island with lots of open space to enjoy.
Residents of Mercerdale have no shortage of great parks to try.
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International eats and thrifting
Pagliacci Pizza, named for the classic Italian opera, is a local chain that serves thin-crust pies in a laidback space. Diners can also enjoy slices from an outdoor patio. Sustainable eatery Homegrown lists its producers and farms alongside its menu, showing a commitment to honoring its name. The Crawlspace Gastropub’s full-service bar and multi-fusion cuisine make for trendy culinary experiences. QFC and Metropolitan Market Mercer Island are the prime spots to pick up groceries.
Mercer Island Thrift Shop sells high-quality secondhand goods and is a community hub thanks to the bond between customers, staff, and volunteer workers. Manager Lisa Hoeckel says, “We're a unique thrift store that's more on the boutique side, and we have a very nice, supportive community. Our customers really like the shop, and we listen to their opinions about what goes into it." Community Engagement and Volunteer Supervisor Megan Schoephoerster says the shop sees people of all ages. "Kids in high school start out learning job skills here, and senior citizens come and volunteer to give back to their community," she says. Plus, the shop's proceeds benefit the Mercer Island Youth and Family Services for needs like mental health resources and financial assistance.
Pagliacci's Pizza is a well-loved place to grab delicious pizzas.
Homegrown Sandwiches has some delicious items on the menu to try.
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Getting to know Mercerdale through its local events
Community activities are often hosted at Mercerdale Park. One of the most popular is Mostly Music in the Park, a summer outdoor concert series with food vendors, ice cream trucks and arts and crafts. Seattle Shakespeare Company puts on free outdoor productions at Shakespeare in the Park. At the Mercer Island Library, less than 2 miles away, patrons can join events like book discussion groups and chess games. "We partner a lot with the Mercer Island Chinese Association, so we host a lot of ESL classes for the community as well," Fisher adds.
Mercerdale's transportation and medical services
SE 40th Street and Island Crest Way are the longest local roads in Mercerdale and are lined with public bus stops. Downtown Seattle is 6.4 miles to the west while Bellevue is 5.2 miles to the east. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is roughly 19 miles away. The closest medical center on island is Mercer Island Family Medicine. For emergency medical services, Harborview Medical Center is about 6.5 miles away in downtown Seattle.
Mercer Island has a park and ride serving the island.
Downtown Seattle is 6.4 miles to the west while Bellevue is 5.2 miles to the east.
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Local weather and climate risks
Thanks to Mercerdale’s location on the coast of Lake Washington, temperatures are frequently mild. However, homebuyers should be aware there is a severe risk for poor air quality and moderate risk for heat.
For a peaceful island neighborhood away from city noise, Mercerdale is the perfect spot.
Mercadale is a short freeway trip to downtown Bellevue.
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On average, homes in Mercerdale, Mercer Island sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Mercerdale, Mercer Island over the last 12 months is $2,125,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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