Set 30 miles east of Seattle in the Cascade Mountain foothills, North Bend is globally recognized as a filming location for the 1990s TV series "Twin Peaks," but locals like Debi Hill — a real estate agent with TEC Real Estate Inc. – shrug off the pop-culture hype. “People love this city for the trails, forests and ski slopes 20 minutes away," says Hills. "We’re used to things being filmed here because the natural beauty is one-of-a-kind.” The Snoqualmie River rushes past rocky banks here, framed by the towering peak of Mount Si.
Strict water supply rules limit new construction here, sparking discussions about balancing progress with environmental preservation; this struggle highlights North Bend’s core appeal – a community rooted in its untamed surroundings. The largest area employers include Nintendo—which operates its primary U.S. distribution center here—the United States Postal Service and the North Bend Premium Outlets.
North Bend sits at the base of Mount Si, a stunning view even on cloudy days.
Three Forks Natural Area has space for Riverpoint residents to fish on the Snoqualmie River.
North Bend is close to many year round recreational areas, including Snoqualmie Pass.
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Riverfront homes and area-affordable townhomes
The median home sale price in North Bend is around $820,000, slightly lower than Seattle’s $850,000. Popular neighborhoods include Si View and Cedar Village, where a mix of 1970s contemporary, Craftsman-style and ranch-style (or rambler, as they're known in the Pacific Northwest) homes are set around cul-de-sacs near the South Fork Snoqualmie River, and shaded by mature pines. Prices for these homes range from $850,000 to $1.5 million; custom-built mid-century properties set closest to the river command the highest prices. Newly built apartment-style condos and townhouses near the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River are also available, with prices typically ranging between $600,000 and $800,000.
Riverfront properties are available along the several rivers that flow through North Bend.
Recently built townhouses and condos are a common sight throughout the North Bend,
Ramblers in Riverbend have small driveways and one-car garages with some form of fencing.
Most of the streets and houses in the Riverbend neighborhood are shaded by tall trees.
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Top-rated schools with special programming
The Snoqualmie Valley School District, which serves local students across 14 schools, holds an overall A rating from Niche. Most schools in the district earn ratings of A-minus or higher from Niche. District schools include a Parent Partnership Program for hybrid learning, and a Transition Learning Center supporting students with special educational needs.
Mount Si High School offers dual credit options with nearby colleges for Edgewick students.
Twin Falls Middle School is where Edgewick students can attend before high school.
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Waterfalls and four-season trails
The 410-acre Tollgate Farm Park has walking trails that lead through meadows with views of Mount Si, and regularly hosts community events and agricultural programs. Four miles outside of town, Snoqualmie Falls is known for its 270-foot waterfall and surrounding hiking trails. The rugged Olallie State Park, set on the slopes of Cascade Mountain, has hiking trails with views of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. For skiing and snowboarding, locals head 25 miles away to Snoqualmie Pass.
The Snoqualmie Falls Park offers incredible views and is a popular tourist spot.
Snoqualmie Pass is a popular skiing spot and is only 25 miles away from North Bend.
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A downtown diner with a cult following
Historic downtown North Bend is full of early-20th-century storefronts that house bars, coffee shops and restaurants. One standout stop is Twede’s Cafe, a 1941 diner immortalized by "Twin Peaks" character Special Agent Dale Cooper, who loved its “damn fine cup o’ coffee” and cherry pie. The district’s brick-lined streets also host locally owned boutiques and artisan shops, while across the Snoqualmie River, North Bend Premium Outlets highlights discounted luxury brands.
In North Bend, the iconic Twede's Cafe is most known for being featured in Twin Peaks.
The North Bend Premium Outlets, near Riverpoint, has brands such as Levi's to shop from.
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Highways to wilderness and the workforce
The city sits right on Interstate 90, which leads 30 miles west to Seattle and about 25 miles east to Snoqualmie Pass. State Route 202 runs through the Cascade Valleys Scenic Byway, connecting North Bend to nearby towns like Woodinville and Carnation, while State Route 203 ties it to Monroe and Duvall. The Snoqualmie Valley Transportation shuttle travels between North Bend and surrounding areas like Fall City and Carnation. Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is about 6 miles from downtown North Bend, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is a roughly 34-mile trip.
Collaborating on crime rates
Between 2022 and 2024, the North Bend Police Department reported lower rates of both violent and property crime than national and state averages. In early 2024, the department achieved full staffing for the first time in four years, ensuring that at least two officers would be on duty all times.
Currently Co-Owner and Managing Broker for Cascade Properties & Investments / TCT Property Management in Washington, specializing in Multi Family Investments, Property Management, Business Sales & Leasing and Residential Sales. There they run the property management company, along with Business/Commercial/Residential sales & leasing with a beautiful team of brokers! Formerly servicing as an associate broker in Arizona, overseeing Business Transactions. Formerly Licensed Managing Broker / Associate Broker in Washington and Arizona.
Previously associated with The Cascade Team Real Estate, as Managing Broker and Branch Manager, overseeing Property Management, Business & Commercial Sales & Leasing and Residential Sales. In 2016, with her partner & husband, they purchased the property management company from The Cascade Team Real Estate and formed a new brokerage Cascade Properties & Investments, LLC.
Broker/Owner of a national business broker franchise, providing professional brokerage services to business and commercial clients in the State of Arizona, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas regions. In 2011, she separated from the franchise company and formed Southwest Business & Commercial Realty, overseeing over 40 broker/agents and eleven franchises. In 2012, she partnered with The Cascade Team in Arizona and Washington to bring the business brokerage services under one umbrella for both states.
Past Member of Women's Council of Realtors and VP of Christian Business Network. Professional Certificates: Licensed Real Estate Broker in WA; Managing Broker; Business Broker Specialist (AZ) and Business Certified Intermediary (National).
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