Virginia Otter
John L. Scott Everett
(425) 496-6846
60 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$290,000 Price
Bear Creek
Suburban Neighborhood in Redmond, Washington
King County 98052, 98053
Centered by a namesake park, Bear Creek may be a small community, but it offers its residents proximity to a peaceful nature retreat. Named after the stream that runs through the heart of the neighborhood, this eastern Redmond enclave is a mix of residential areas, business spaces and plenty of nature. Much of the residential parts of Bear Creek are in the northern part of the neighborhood, in a forested streetscape with roads that often end in cul-de-sacs that cuts down on through traffic and provides residents with additional privacy. Single-family homes throughout the area have recently been priced from $650,000 to $2.2 million for newly built contemporary homes. Bear Creek is split into several subdivisions and is home to age-restricted and mobile home communities.
No matter which subdivision you live in, you are only minutes away from enjoying the great outdoors. The neighborhood’s namesake park, Bear Creek Park, is perfect for a brisk morning jog. Residents can come here for a peaceful nature walk along the 4-acre trail through the wetlands or bring a packed meal to enjoy lunch on one of the picnic tables. Next to Bear Creek Park, you’ll find Perrigo Park, a hub for outdoor activities featuring athletic courts and fields for various sports ranging from pickleball, basketball, volleyball and more. Parents can take their children to the playground on park grounds to play with neighborhood friends.
Children living in the neighborhood will likely enroll in public schools in the Lake Washington School District, which has many highly-rated institutions. Students starting their education at Albert Einstein Elementary School will be in a Level One Green School, which means they can learn about sustainability practices early by being part of the Green Team once they get to the third grade. Evergreen Middle School has received an A rating from Niche, offering its student body various extracurricular activities to help them find their niche, whether it’s engineering, design, robotics or music. Students will round off their academic journey at Redmond High School, which boasted a 91% graduation rate in the 2021-2022 school year.
Along the neighborhood's southern end is a blend of industrial and business spaces, including the Microsoft Millennium Campus among others. Residents needing medical care are also within close proximity to the Redmond campus of Swedish Hospital, which offers emergency and primary care, among many others.
Bear Creek is conveniently located minutes from Redmond’s downtown area, providing residents with quick access to various shops and dining options. If you need a quick morning pick-me-up, you can get the boost you need from Mercurys Coffee Company. Head to the Bear Creek Village shopping center for any grocery needs from Safeway or for some retail therapy from big box retailers like Ulta Beauty and DSW. You can get any daily essentials you need from Target or Fred Meyer. There are also plenty of other options at the expansive Redmond Town Center.
With a wealth of amenities at your fingertips, Bear Creek offers you the quiet comfort of tucked-away residential areas while being close to the city.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Virginia Otter
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Cindy Kelly
Cindy Kelly
COMPASS
(425) 428-5254
133 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$400,000 Price
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Alise Roberts
Alise Roberts
Responds QuicklyWindermere Real Estate/East
(425) 305-4672
72 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$220,000 Price
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Debra McDowell
Debra McDowell
Responds QuicklyJohn L. Scott, Inc.
(425) 600-6639
13 Total Sales
3 in Bear Creek
$264K - $325K Price Range
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Shannon Ellis
Shannon Ellis
Responds QuicklyWindermere Real Estate/Summit
(206) 350-3786
44 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$700,000 Price
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Stacy Hecht
Stacy Hecht
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Integrity
(425) 426-2384
200 Total Sales
2 in Bear Creek
$942K - $1.1M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Sunset Gardens Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Anderson Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Perrigo Community Park
Farrel McWhirter Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Nike Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Bear Creek Park
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bear Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bear Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bear Creek, Redmond sell after 168 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Bear Creek, Redmond over the last 12 months is $820,000, down 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$849,443
Median Sale Price
$820,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$810,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$857
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
102
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
12.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,480
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$175,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,104 Sq Ft
- 18425 NE 95th St
- Unit 85
- New 12 days ago
Move-in ready! Beautifully updated home with open layout on a desirable lot. Wonderful 55+ Friendly Village community. Home features brand new: double-paned windows with screens, carpeting, warm vinyl wood flooring, and fresh paint inside & out! This well-maintained 2-bed 1.75-bath home features a wheelchair ramp, ensuite primary bath & walk-in closet, updated wiring, and a location on a peaceful
Debra McDowell John L. Scott, Inc.
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$194,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,440 Sq Ft
- 18425 NE 95th St
- Unit 146
- New 13 days ago
Located on peaceful cul de sac in Friendly Village Mobile Home Park (55 and older), this 1440 sq.ft. 3 bedroom mobile home features a large living room, family room, spacious back deck and bright, cheerful kitchen. Big scenic greenbelt nearby at the end of the cul de sac. Friendly Village has a clubhouse, swimming pool, exercise room, pool table, ping pong table, doggy park, charming covered
Barbara Orr RSVP Brokers ERA
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$800,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 950 Sq Ft
- 9040 Avondale Rd NE
Charming cottage just a few minutes from downtown Redmond, Microsoft and SR 520! Located off Avondale Road on a quiet lane, this 1+ bedroom, 1 bath, 950 square foot home includes extra spaces both upstairs and in the basement, which is accessed by a separate entrance. 15,400 square foot, level lot with garden spaces includes 1 car detached garage and additional space for storage or shop. Clean
Bryan Loveless Windermere R.E. Northeast, Inc
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
771
Median Age
36
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,526
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$120,836
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
55.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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