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A walkable Seattle-area city with a suburban feel
Built in the 1970s as a golf course community, Mill Creek has since become a city known for its suburban feel, walkable downtown and lush tree canopy. “It has a really good blend of beauty and modern convenience,” says Carrie Freeman, a broker with John L. Scott Real Estate who’s sold homes here for 22 years. “It’s known for its parks and walking trails. It has a small-town feel, yet it’s close to the bigger cities.” Most of its 21,000 residents commute 24 miles to Seattle or 10 miles to Everett, home of Boeing’s manufacturing plant; Interstate 5 is about a mile away, and there's also public transit. The Mill Creek Town Center is the city’s urban core, with regular events and local businesses.
Locals enjoy the arts on walks around Mill Creek.
Mill Creek has all your shopping and restaurant needs covered at Mill Creek Town Center.
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Forested cul-de-sacs lined with late 20th-century homes
The median home price in Mill Creek is around $980,000, higher than the national median of $406,000. “It's very coveted to live in Mill Creek and the housing market is very competitive,” Freeman says. “The average time on the market is technically around 30 days, but if the house is priced right and in a good location — which they all are —it’s between five and seven days.”
The area’s late 20th-century split-level, Northwest Contemporary and Craftsman-inspired new traditional homes are set along forested streets and cul-de-sacs. Townhouses are available throughout. Low-rise condos are near the Mill Creek Town Center and single-level condos are near the golf course at the private Mill Creek Country Club. “If you’re in the area surrounding the golf course, it tends to be darker because there are tons of trees,” Freeman says, “so if you want something light and bright, it’s not that you can’t find it — it’s just a little harder. We also tend to have more gray days because it’s the Pacific Northwest.”
This mid-century split-level home blends in with the natural beauty of Mill Creek.
Cul-de-sacs are often filled with Rambler homes in Silver Firs.
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Events and shopping at the Mill Creek Town Center
Mill Creek Town Center, a walkable stretch of Main Street lined with local and national restaurants and stores, is the city’s main commercial district. “It’s completely walkable and it’s got all kinds of shopping and dining options that really fit everyone,” says Zach Hensrude, who’s sold homes in the area for 10 years with Re/Max Elite. “Whenever I go there to enjoy something to eat, I can go shopping for my kids or stop at the grocery store.” The area also hosts some of the city’s most popular events, like the Mill Creek Festival each July and a summer concert series. Grocery stores are also in Mill Creek Town Center, and there are more grocery and retail options in the city’s north.
Sit in the shade after shopping at Mill Creek Town Center in Mill Creek.
A favorite destination for Martha Lake residents is Azul Restaurant and Lounge.
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Dog walks on the North Creek Trail
Summers here are typically warm and dry, but residents can expect rain and cloudy days during the rest of the year, particularly in winter. “You have to embrace the drizzle if you want to live here,” Freeman says. But the rain doesn’t slow locals down. There are several parks with playgrounds and sports fields throughout the community, and walking trails connect neighborhoods and amenities. “You see people all the time walking with their dogs and their families,” Freeman says. The private Mill Creek Country Club, around which the city was founded, sits in the community’s center, offering its members social activities and an 18-hole golf course. The city is developing a new park in the northwest, with construction expected to begin in 2025.
Mill Creek residents head to the driving ranges at Mill Creek Country Club.
Dogs love Martha Lake Airport Park Off-Leash Dog Park in Martha Lake.
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Highly rated Everett Public Schools
Local kids can attend Everett Public Schools, which earn an overall A-minus from Niche. The A-rated Mill Creek Elementary was recognized for its high academic performance by the Washington School Recognition Program in 2022 and 2023. The A-rated Heatherwood Middle offers a substantial music program, featuring orchestra, jazz band and choir. At the A-minus-rated Henry M. Jackson High, students can join state championship-winning sports teams and participate in over 50 clubs.
Mill Creek Elementary School has served the Mill Creek, WA community since 1988.
Valley View Middle School provides superb education to Mill Creek students.
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Near Interstates 5 and 405
State Route 527, also called the Bothell-Everett Highway, is the city’s main thoroughfare. Interstate 5 is about a mile away, leading roughly 24 miles to downtown Seattle and 10 miles to Everett. “It’s not only a short drive to Interstate 5, but it’s also right at the interchange where the I-5 meets Interstate 405,” Hensrude says, “so those commuting to the east side area have easy access.” There are three nearby park-and-ride locations, and Swift Bus Rapid Transit has two routes through Mill Creek; the Orange Line connects to the Lynwood Transit Center, where travelers can take the Link light rail around the Seattle metro area. Bike and pedestrian paths are common. There are several urgent care facilities in the city, and Swedish Mill Creek Campus, the closest emergency room, is 3 miles away. Paine Field, which offers domestic flights, is about 6 miles away, while Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, commonly called Sea-Tac, is a 35-mile trip.
Dog Walker Watch with the Mill Creek Police Department
According to the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, Mill Creek's rates of violent crime increased between 2022 and 2023, while property crimes decreased. FBI statistics show that local rates of both remain well below state figures. Residents can join the Dog Walker Watch, a police-led program that instructs dog owners how to identify suspicious activity on their dog walks.
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On average, homes in Mill Creek, WA sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Mill Creek, WA over the last 12 months is $961,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Gorgeous home in Wexford Court. One bedroom on the main, or could be an office? Two very spacious bedrooms upstairs. The primary plus bath is incredible! Walk in closet.... Lovely! The living room with high cathedral ceilings is right off the foyer. The kitchen is open to the sitting area with tons of space for a walk in kitchen. Then step out to your huge deck backed right up to the park!
Here is the chance of a lifetime to own the most private, architecturally designed, one owner estate property in the Mill Creek Country Club. The Juniper neighborhood this home is perched on a private peninsula which overlooks a professionally landscaped yard blending seamlessly into acres of Nature Preserve. Multiple vistas from every room - with no visible neighbors. The custom design features
Stunning one-owner 5 bdrm, turnkey home in sought-after Mill Creek neighborhood. Gorgeous living rm w/LVP flooring & vaulted ceilings in living & dining rms. Beautiful kitchen features Wolf oven/gas range, new refrigerator, trendstone counters & tons of storage. Open family rm with gas fireplace. Main floor bdrm. Primary suite has vaulted ceilings & light! Bath w/double sinks, separate shower,
Gorgeous home in Wexford Court. One bedroom on the main, or could be an office? Two very spacious bedrooms upstairs. The primary plus bath is incredible! Walk in closet.... Lovely! The living room with high cathedral ceilings is right off the foyer. The kitchen is open to the sitting area with tons of space for a walk in kitchen. Then step out to your huge deck backed right up to the park!
Here is the chance of a lifetime to own the most private, architecturally designed, one owner estate property in the Mill Creek Country Club. The Juniper neighborhood this home is perched on a private peninsula which overlooks a professionally landscaped yard blending seamlessly into acres of Nature Preserve. Multiple vistas from every room - with no visible neighbors. The custom design features
Stunning one-owner 5 bdrm, turnkey home in sought-after Mill Creek neighborhood. Gorgeous living rm w/LVP flooring & vaulted ceilings in living & dining rms. Beautiful kitchen features Wolf oven/gas range, new refrigerator, trendstone counters & tons of storage. Open family rm with gas fireplace. Main floor bdrm. Primary suite has vaulted ceilings & light! Bath w/double sinks, separate shower,
Embrace the charm of the Pacific Northwest at The Ardent, located alongside spectacular old-growth forests just twenty miles north of Seattle. Many of our luxury one- and two-bedroom apartments feature recent renovations, including brand-new appliances, wood-burning fireplaces, and convenient in-home laundry. Set on our beautifully landscaped grounds, we offer a range of premier community
Step into this beautifully maintained 2-level home in the desirable Kingsbury community of Bothell. Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, this spacious 4-bedroom layout features a main-floor guest suite, open-concept kitchen, dining nook, and bright living area. Upstairs offers a vaulted primary suite, 2 additional BRs + Bonus Room & laundry. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard, covered front porch, and LVP
The Hawthorne Apartment community is nestled in Mill Creek, close to Woodside Elementary, Heatherwood Middle School and Jackson High School. Our community is just a short walk from Mill Creek Town Center featuring upscale shopping, fine cuisine, beautiful nature trails and parks. The Hawthorne is centrally located to I-5, I-405, Boeing and just 20 minutes from downtown Seattle. We have one, two,
Scenic and peaceful, Martha Lake is an urban community in Snohomish County just north of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on State Highway 99. "[The area] has a lot to offer, like well-rated schools, light rail to Seattle and local favorite Alderwood Mall," says longtime Seattle resident and Realtor Emily Cressey with HomePro Associates, an expert in the Seattle region. The climate in Martha Lake is mild and pleasant. Winters are wet and cool, with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing, while summer temperatures typically reach the high 70s.
Evergreen-lined streets meander throughout the neighborhood, with homes tucked into pockets of woodland and around the namesake lake. The neighborhood comprises developments with townhomes, condos and single-family houses. Architectural styles are a mix, including mid-century ramblers, bi-levels and contemporary new construction. Yard sizes run the gamut from a few thousand square feet to 1/3 acre, appropriate for gardens and sitting areas, and most homes have garages. "There are opportunities to buy a house on the lakefront," Cressey says. Prices in the area range from $500,000 for a rambler and up to $1.5 million for a home on the lake or with acreage. Most homes have garages, and sidewalks are predominant throughout. Not all areas have Home Owner Association dues; however, those that do pay anywhere from $65 to around $100 a month.
Martha Lake is zoned for the Edmonds School District, and the schools are within 2 miles via local streets. Martha Lake Elementary and Alderwood Middle School have B-minus scores from Niche. Lynnwood High School has a B grade from Niche and offers the STEAM program, offering graduation pathways in computer science, advanced manufacturing and health science.
Located just east of Interstate 5 between Mill Creek and Lynnwood, Martha Lake is 61.6 acres. Here, residents can go fishing and boating. Martha Lake Park has walking trails that meander around the lake's wetlands, a fishing pier and a kids' play area. Nearby, Martha Lake Airport Park is another favorite, with paved walking paths, athletic fields and a popular skate park. It's also home to an expansive off-leash dog park. Residents can go to Arena Sports, which features indoor soccer leagues, youth sports camps, and a family fun center with laser tag, arcade games and a zipline.
For grocery and convenience shopping, there's a Safeway, Walmart and the Mill Creek Grocery Store, all within 4 miles on local streets. Alderwood Mall is a 1 ½ mile drive via back roads. This unique outdoor shopping center with dozens of retail stores, a movie theater and fast-casual and sit-down restaurants, like Fogo De Chao, a Brazilian rodízio-style steakhouse, and Cafe Rio Mexican Grill. The Mill Creek Town Center features over 70 stores, including boutiques, anchor stores, services and restaurants, like Azul, a Latin-inspired lounge with an extensive cocktail menu and dishes like chimichurri chicken and coconut prawns. The center also hosts events throughout the year, including a summer concert series, Kids Fest and Santa's Coming to Town.
Seattle is about 19 miles south on Interstate 5 and only 6 miles on local roads to Kenmore Air Harbor airport, making Martha Lake a popular neighborhood for city commuters. The area also has bus stops; however, most residents are car-reliant.
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
20,931
Median Age
42
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$131,330
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,289
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
51.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.8%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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