Mukilteo

About It’s not just panoramic views of the Puget Sound that attract homebuyers to Harbour Pointe. “There are so many great things about Harbour Pointe. The area has some wonderful restaurants; people love spending time on the waterfront; a lot of homebuyers are drawn to the school district,” says Realtor Kelly Russell, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Coldwell Banker Bain. Commuters appreciate the area’s direct access to Interstate 5, which takes them to Seattle. Some residents are also employed at the Boeing factory in nearby Everett. Residents appreciate not having to travel far for commercial amenities. “There are plenty of high-end restaurants and casual shopping along Mukilteo Speedway,” Russell says. Schools Many children attend Columbia Elementary, which has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a B-plus Niche rating. Students at Harbour Pointe Middle are 66% proficient in math and 73% proficient in reading. The school has an A-minus Niche rating. Teens often move on to Kamiak High School, which has a 93% graduation rate and an A Niche rating. Children can walk to all three schools. Park Big Gulch Park has 2 ½ miles of forested trails that residents like to walk with their pets. People visit the beach at Picnic Point Park to fish, swim and kayak in the Puget Sound. Many residents spend afternoons on the 18-hole course at Harbour Pointe Golf Club. Activities Sports fans visit Seattle to watch the Mariners play at T-Mobile Park and the Seahawks play at Lumen Field. People also travel to Seattle to see musicians like Jon Batiste and comedians like Jim Gaffigan at the Paramount Theatre. Regal Cinemas has a location at Everett Mall where residents watch newly released films. Also in Everett, folks enjoy exploring aviation history at the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum. Shopping The Harbour Pointe Shopping Center along Mukilteo Speedway has multiple restaurants. Teriyaki Miako is popular for its authentic Chinese dishes. People enjoy sandwiches and tenders at Big Chicken. There is also a McDonald’s and an Azteca Mexican Restaurant. People buy specialty-made sweets at Eye Candy Cookie on 4th Avenue West. Folks shop for their own cooking ingredients at the Safeway on Beverly Park Road. Shoppers drive 6 miles northeast to Everett Mall to visit stores like Ulta Beauty, Burlington and Party City. Transit There are public bus stops on streets like Harbour Pointe Boulevard and 47th Place West. People drive 32 miles south to Downtown Seattle and 56 miles to Downtown Tacoma via Interstate 5. The N Line transports residents from Mukilteo station on First Street to Everett Station and King Street Station in Seattle. The neighborhood is adjacent to the Seattle Paine Field International Airport. “The Paine Field Airport is a boutique airport that is very convenient to get people to major cities,” Russell says. People take the train to events at Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park. Folks drive 36 miles south to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for bigger trips. Homes “The price of the homes is a bit higher than in neighboring communities like Lynnwood and Everett because of the coveted location,” Russell says. Homebuyers can purchase a three-bedroom 1980s single-story house for between $960,000 and $1 million. A four-bedroom brick-and-wood-exterior 1980s house sells for between $1 million and $1.2 million. Assessors value three-bedroom, decade-old contemporary-style houses with Craftsman-style features at between $960,000 and $1 million. A two-bedroom early 2000s condo with a $250 monthly HOA fee sells for between $570,000 and $640,000. Directly overlooking the Puget Sound, three-bedroom modern-style and Mediterranean-influenced houses built in the 1980s sell for between $1.2 million and $2.3 million.

With scenic Possession Sound views, Old Town Mukilteo is a community that’s rich in history and amenities. Kristy LaVigne, broker and owner of Better Homes & Properties, says, “Throughout Old Town, there’s an eclectic mix of homes … The area is very walkable and friendly, and it has a hometown type of feel.” She continues to say that residents have great proximity to many amenities, “But you still feel like you’re living in a small town.” The old town area is famous for its historic lighthouse that was built over 100 years ago, which adds to the picturesque nature of the community. Homes throughout this area can be priced higher than surrounding Mukilteo neighborhoods like Harbour Pointe, with home prices starting at $700,000 and reaching up to $2 million for homes with unobstructed water views and spacious floor plans. Homes throughout the community reflect various housing styles, from midcentury ramblers to newly built contemporary properties. Public schools in the Mukilteo School District are a big draw for parents, with many children starting their education at Mukilteo Elementary School, which offers special education services and the Mukilteo Behavior Support Center. Students will then attend Olympic Middle School and Kamiak High School afterward. Kamiak High is an A-rated school, according to Niche, offering a wealth of academic programs and extracurriculars, including social clubs ranging from a book club to the Gauntlet newspaper that gives students an early taste of the newsroom. Old Town is a quaint, small community, but it is chock full of amenities, with many residents a short walk or bike ride away from the expansive Lighthouse Park. A popular spot for locals and tourists coming to the area, this park is perfect for a relaxing afternoon watching the ferries come back and forth from Whidbey Island or watching the sunset while staying warm by the fire pit. Many of the city’s events take place at or around the park, as well, including the annual Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival, complete with a parade, performances and plenty of good eats and shops. The community also borders the expansive Japanese Gulch Conservation Area, with several hiking trails that take you through a vast forest landscape. After spending the afternoon at Lighthouse Park, grab dinner at Diamond Knot, which offers pub grub and regional beers and ciders. Old Town is home to several locally loved eateries, including Ivar’s Mukilteo Landing, where you can eat tasty seafood with dazzling waterfront views. You can get a morning pick-me-up from Red Cup Café, a popular spot among locals for its breakfast and lunch menu items and cozy environment. If you want to unwind with some friends after a long week, head to Turning Paige for casual dining and a great view. Convenient access to major roadways gives commuters and travelers an easy way to Everett or Seattle, and residents are also close to the Mukilteo station for Sound Transit. With so many conveniences nearby and the wealth of natural beauty surrounding the neighborhood, it's clear to see why Old Town Mukilteo is one of the most sought-after places to live.