$1,221,974Average Value$677Average Price per Sq Ft23Homes For Sale
Popular waterside neighborhood in north Seattle
Green Lake is in north Seattle, just 6 miles from downtown. It's the same distance west to Puget Sound's Shilshole Bay. "It's a super popular, very central neighborhood with a lot going on and very high prices," says Geoff Hill, managing broker and a top-producing agent with Keller Williams Greater Seattle. Highlights include waterfront homes, plenty of shops and eateries and a sizeable park with endless recreational opportunities.
The Green Lake neighborhood's access to the water and numerous outdoor activities sets it apart.
Green Lake locals and their dogs love early morning walks around the lake's 2.8 mile path.
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Green Lake Park, Shilshole Bay nearby
At the center of the neighborhood is Green Lake Park, which has beaches with lifeguards, a wading pool, a playground and sports courts and fields. "On the first really beautiful day that we get in the spring, everybody in the world is there," Hill says, "The park will get crowded, so people try to hit it up in the morning or at dusk. There are two different paths; one hugs the water's edge. You can use bikes or Rollerblades on the path that's paved, but it's more popular with people walking with strollers and whatnot." The park is also home to the Seattle Public Theater, a community theater inside a converted bathhouse. Woodland Park is at the south end of the lake. Hill says the park has plenty of amenities, including a skills park for BMX and a pitch-and-putt golf course, and it hosts concerts in the meadow all summer. The Woodland Park Zoo is here as well. Puget Sound's Shilshole Bay is 6 miles west of Green Lake. The area's bayside highlights include Shilshole Bay Marina, a fishing pier and sailing and yacht clubs. A bit to the north is Golden Gardens Park, which has one of the only sandy beaches in Seattle.
Green Lake's abundance of outdoor activities includes lake side tennis courts
The basketball courts next to the Green Lake Community Center are popular in the summer.
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Sought-after homes cost up to $3.4 million
Green Lake is a competitive and highly sought-after market. It's a comfortable environment, with walkable residential streets and bike lanes. Homes overlooking the lake have unparalleled views, with sunrise and sunset being particularly stunning.Properties include early 1900s to midcentury cottages and bungalows with custom touches. The variety of architecture includes Craftsman, Tudor Revival and Spanish hacienda-style, with prices ranging from $775,000 to over $1 million. The neighborhood has undergone significant redevelopment in the last few decades, with many houses completely remodeled or enlarged and new builds taking the place of teardowns. Dating to the 2000s through the 2020s are large, contemporary homes, typically with two or three stories. The newest construction goes for $840,000 to $3.4 million. Condos and townhouses, many of which are fairly new, range from about $650,000 to $1 million.Lakeside living lures those looking for a scenic setting and a vacation-like pace. The Hearthstone Green Lake is a retirement community with rental options. Additionally, the community has a robust event calendar for its residents.
Some more modern Northwest Craftsman homes can be found along the streets of Green Lake.
There are a few streets in Green Lake that are lined with gorgeous brick homes such as these.
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Businesses by the lake, music at Latona Pub
Green Lake Drive, Green Lake Way and other streets surrounding the lake offer dining and retail. "There are a myriad of shops, bars and boutiques," Hill says. "Unlike other places where commercial areas are segregated to one tight part of the neighborhood, in Green Lake you have businesses on nearly all sides." Layers Green Lake, a food truck turned brick-and-mortar, routinely sells out of its playfully named sandwiches and salads, like I Want to Hold Your Ham and Jon Bon Chovy. Little Red Hen has live music Thursday through Saturday. The Atlantic Crossing pub hosts the Seattle chapter of the American Outlaws, a group for U.S. soccer supporters. Boutique fitness businesses are common here, with exercise studios and bicycle shops, athletic wear and running stores, like Super Jock ‘n Jill. For groceries, there are two PCC Community Markets, a Whole Foods and Safeway. Roughly 3 miles to the north, there's Northgate Station shopping mall, which includes department stores, big-box stores and eateries.
Ever popular Layers Green Lake serves up inventive sandwiches across from the wading pool.
Little Red Hen is bustling throughout the week with live country music and line dancing.
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Grassroots nonprofit the Friends of Green Lake
The Friends of Green Lake is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to the stewardship and care of the lake and its surroundings. The group promotes involvement in local schools and community awareness about water quality. Activities include work parties, habitat preservation, bird walks and educational presentations.
A and A-minus schools in Green Lake
Public schools include Green Lake Elementary School, which has an A-minus grade from Niche, while Robert Eagle Staff Middle School and Roosevelt High School, both receive an A rating. Students at Roosevelt High may participate in choir, orchestra and theatre, and also try out for athletic teams, including volleyball, bowling and swimming and diving.
I-5, light rail from Roosevelt Station
To reach downtown Seattle from Green Lake, it's a straight shot via Interstate 5. Express lanes are available during designated travel times. State Route 99 runs along the west side of the lake. Buses run in Green Lake and, less than a mile from the east side of the lake is Roosevelt Station with Sound Transit light rail service. The trip to Sea-Tac, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, is about 18 miles.
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I enjoy the community and the people living here. The lake itself is lined with many shops that one can enter after a nice walk around green lake. The neighbors are friendly and the cost of living is reasonable.
5.0Niche User
5/23/2016Niche Review
Its a very active neighborhood and it feels less urban than the rest of Seattle which is nice. Lots of restaurants and bars.
3.0Niche User
6/20/2014Niche Review
I loved the chance to live here but I know I will not live here long term. The weather is too depressing for a long term commitment. I love the city and all the different things to do, hiking, biking, theater, and concerts but all these things are available in a better climate that is not as expensive.
5.0Current Resident
9/18/2019Niche Review
Beautiful diverse community surrounding the lake. It has a small town feel to it. I feel very safe here and the people that live here are very friendly.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Green Lake
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Green Lake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Green Lake, Seattle sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Green Lake, Seattle over the last 12 months is $1,016,550, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Sprawling, eclectic 1915 Craftsman triplex, superbly located one block from Green Lake on a tree-lined residential street. Well-maintained by owner-occupant since 1983 with all kinds of old-world charm like original hardwoods, trim, enameled cast-iron gas fireplace insert, kitchen built-ins and cabinetry. Gracious full-width front porch. Fabulous main/owner unit with 3 bedrooms/2 baths, including
Born in 1909, this 4,400 square foot Old Grand Dame sits majestically above the street, one block from Green Lake's beloved 2.8-mile loop, three blocks from the charming Tangle town business district, & at the heart of Seattle's most coveted trifecta: Green Lake, Tangle town & Wallingford. Rare, storied, & alive with possibility. Originally built as a live-in boarding house, this
Welcome home to your private urban enclave with rooftop views of Green Lake! The entry level offers a thoughtfully designed secondary bedroom, full bath, plus convenient laundry and storage - ideal for guests, a home office, or flexible living. Upstairs, the main living level is bright and inviting, with expansive windows that fill the space with natural light. The kitchen shines with stunning
This versatile Green Lake property blends lifestyle and income just one block from the lake. Choose your own adventure: a 3,410 sq ft single-family home, separate ADU configuration, or high-performing four-unit short-term rental guest house. Currently operating as a fully permitted Airbnb with an active Seattle Bed and Breakfast permit and license, the property generates over $15,000 per month in
HUGE $50,000 price adjustment. The Reserve II by MRN Homes — a rare offering just 1.5 blocks from sought-after Green Lake, tucked on a quiet residential street with covered EV-ready parking included. One of only two homes where the main living space opens directly to a private deck—creating seamless indoor-outdoor living that truly sets this home apart. Inside, refined modern design meets
Steps from Green Lake's waterfront trails and the neighborhood's beloved restaurants and shops, this exclusive collection of luxury townhomes puts one of Seattle's most walkable, vibrant communities right outside your door. Designed for how you actually live, each residence features a dedicated home office — a full, private room built for focused work, not a converted closet or shared corner.
Set in prime Green Lake, The Reserve II by MRN Homes presents a rare opportunity to own brand-new construction in one of Seattle’s most coveted neighborhoods. Tucked on a quiet residential street just moments from the lake, this residence offers the ideal balance of tranquility and connection. A stone’s throw from the Green Lake corridor, 2.8 Mile Lake loop, cafés, PCC, parks, and Roosevelt light
A rare 10-unit apartment portfolio in Green Lake, spanning three buildings across two parcels totaling 8,600 SF of LR2 zoning.The portfolio features a desirable mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, all with private washers and dryers. Seven units are spacious townhome-style layouts (900–1,100 SF) with attached garages, laundry, and storage. A private courtyard garden sits between the
Green Lake living, right outside your door. This charming studio sits just steps from the lake, Duke’s Seafood, and all the energy of one of Seattle’s favorite neighborhoods. Set in a classic 1940s 10-unit co-op, you’ll love the lush gardens and private courtyard with pergola. Inside: engineered hardwoods, an updated kitchen, and a beautifully remodeled bath—modern comfort with timeless
Isola home in the sought after Green Lake community. Come see what thoughtful, open floor plans and attention to details look like. You will enjoy all the features that this 2 BR home has to offer including wide plank Evoke flooring, efficient mini-split heating/cooling, a kitchen equipped with Bertazzoni gourmet appliance suites. Don't miss the rooftop decks and amazing views! All this in the
Nestled just a few blocks from Green Lake, this beautifully updated home is perfect for those looking for functionality, character, and convenience. The main floor features two bedrooms, a full bath, updated kitchen, wood fireplace, and seamless flow from living room to the private backyard. Then make your way down to the fully renovated lower level including a built in wet bar, a full bathroom,
Rare 10-unit Green Lake investment opportunity located one block east of the lake in the heart of the Green Lake Urban Village. Two adjacent parcels (7311 & 7319 Woodlawn Ave NE) featuring 6 spacious 2-bedroom units and 4 one-bedroom units. All units include dishwashers and full-size washer/dryer. Several interiors updated with modern kitchens and baths. Buildings upgraded with double-pane
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