$793,657Average Value$259Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A residential development in a setting south of North Bend
Wilderness Rim is a residential development in the Snoqualmie Valley, about 5 miles south of North Bend. The name fits the setting; proximity to the mountains comes with scenery and recreational perks. "It's a really cool area. If I was commuting into Bellevue or Seattle, I'd take being out here over other locations. You get more seasons and snow than other places," says Bart Chmielewski, a real estate agent with Windermere Real Estate/PSK Inc.
There are really colorful and inviting rambler homes in Wilderness Rim.
Wilderness Rim is just a short drive away to North Bend and Mount Si.
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Homes under a million dollars built in the 1960s to the 1990s
Many of the homes were built in the 1960s to the '90s. Ramblers and split-levels are among the options, and remodeled and renovated homes are typical. There are few houses on the market at a time, but prices over a year as of April 2025 were in the $600,000s to $800,000s. "You can still get a nice house on a nice piece of land for under $1 million. But that limit may soon be pushed. There are communities around Wilderness Rim that run $1.2 to $1.8 million," says James Doerfel, a designated broker with Prime Realty.
You can find multi-story homes in Wilderness Rim, in North Bend, WA.
Wilderness Rim homes offers privacy from neighbors while still being close by.
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Transportation via the Cedar Falls Loop bus and Interstate 90
The neighborhood is wooded, with lots somewhat secluded amid stands of evergreens. Short or curving streets and cul-de-sacs reduce speeding. Although there are no sidewalks, the interior streets are walkable. Snoqualmie Valley Transportation's Cedar Falls Loop bus stops in Wilderness Rim, from North Bend to Rattlesnake Lake. Otherwise, it is a car-dependent community. The 34-mile drive northwest to Seattle can be taken along Interstate 90, which runs east of North Bend.
Interstate 90 connects Wilderness Rim commuters to work in nearby cities such as Bellevue.
Wilderness Rim is a car-dependent community, although there is bus service in nearby North Bend.
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Wilderness Rim has an active homeowners association
The homeowners association for the development, the Wilderness Rim Association (WRA), has various volunteer committees. Private amenities for residents include Wilderness Rim Park, which has a playground, picnic tables and barbecue grills. A walking path at the park circles Brewster Lake, which is regularly stocked with trout for fishing. In 2025, the Playground Renewal Committee secured approval for a brand-new playground for Cascade Park. Residents stay alert to the presence of wildlife and, in particular, practice responsible garbage disposal to avoid attracting bears.The WRA also has a Neighborhood Safety Committee; Wilderness Rim has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
HOA meetings at the Chalet and events held in the community
Regular WRA meetings and gatherings are held at the Chalet, a venue also available by reservation for groups like the local Girl Scouts troop. Wilderness Rim events include the Fishing Derby at Brewster Lake, Neighborhood Block Party, summer concerts, monthly food truck events, an Easter Egg Hunt and community garage sales.
Numerous outdoor recreation areas and trails close by
Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area, a mile or so south of Wilderness Rim, draws picnickers, hikers and mountain bikers. The lake, which spans over 100 acres, is used for swimming, boating, kayaking and fishing. Trails accessible from the area around the lake include Rattlesnake Ridge Trail, the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail and the Snoqualmie Valley Trail, a rail-to-trail route stretching 30 miles to Duvall. Stops along the Snoqualmie Valley Trail include Snoqualmie Falls and the Twin Peaks Bridge, one of the area's points of interest connected to the 1990s David Lynch television series, "Twin Peaks", which was filmed here. For skiing, there's The Summit at Snoqualmie, about 24 miles east.
Wilderness Rim locals can enjoy the refreshing waters of Rattlesnake Lake just a mile away.
Wilderness Rim locals play with their dogs at Wilderness Rim Park.
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The North Bend Premium Outlets; other shopping and dining options
People are likely to visit North Bend for shopping and dining. Those driving to town on 436th Avenue Southeast will pass the South Fork General Store and adjacent South Fork restaurant, which specializes in Pacific Northwest dishes and offers an occasional supper club with five-course dinners. In North Bend, retro Twede's Café draws fans of "Twin Peaks" ready to order the cherry pie and a "damn fine coffee." Safeway and QFC are some of the grocery options. Dozens of stores and restaurants are available at the North Bend Premium Outlets.
At the North Bend Trading Company, Wilderness Rim residents can stock up on local merchandise.
Wilderness Rim doesn't have a big box grocer, but you can get some stuff at South Fork General Store.
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Snoqualmie Valley public schools graded A-minus by Niche
Students may attend schools in the well-regarded Snoqualmie Valley School District. Edwin R. Opstad Elementary School and Twin Falls Middle School earn A-minus grades from Niche. Mount Si High School also has an A-minus and offers dual enrollment college credits from institutions, including Bellevue College and the University of Washington.
Twin Falls Middle School welcomes Wilderness Rim students each year.
Mount Si High School near Wilderness Rim is rated A- in Niche.
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Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
56 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wilderness Rim
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
Wilderness Rim Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wilderness Rim, North Bend sell after 146 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wilderness Rim, North Bend over the last 12 months is $431,600, up 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Love where you live in this charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home situated on a large 9450 sq ft lot. This well cared for Wilderness Rim home boasts a large master bedroom, nice appliances, and a fully fenced back yard. All this and only 5 miles to I-90, and close to Rattlesnake Lake. Snoqualmie Valley Schools. Please allow 1 hour before showing due to pets in the house. See this property today.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Leanne Erickson,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,424
Median Age
42
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$127,427
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,328
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.1%
College Graduates
47.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
23/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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