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Master-planned and sustainable in West Seattle
The dense, master-planned community of High Point pairs sustainable design with green features like preserved heritage trees and 2,600 newer plantings. Located 7 miles west of Downtown Seattle, the development has been recognized for energy efficiency and low-impact design. "It's a very special place," says Janell Gonyea, general manager of the High Point Open Space Association and the High Point Homeowners Association. "There are two main features you need to know. One is that it's a mixed-income community, meaning lower, upper and everything in between — and with that comes a lot of diversity. We have people from all walks of life and different parts of the world; at least 14 languages are spoken here. The second is that it's a green and organic community; all the landscaping is done without pesticides." In addition to being the country's first multifamily community certified by Energy Star, High Point has one of the country's largest stormwater drainage systems.
High Point in West Seattle is just a short drive from Downtown Seattle.
The High Point neighborhood is located south of Downtown Seattle, and is a short drive away.
Commons Park in the High Point neighborhood in West Seattle is the heart of the community.
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Lennar, Polygon Northwest and other homes
Over the years, different builders have been involved in High Point home construction. One of the newest sections has single-family homes built by Lennar. These are Wi-Fi-certified and feature smart automation in eight-floor plans, ranging from 1,840 to 2,171 square feet. Another late addition, Polygon Northwest, is a condo community with two- to four-bedroom options. Development has been extensive in the area because of zoning laws. "The teardown houses were less expensive here, and zoning allows developers to put in a lot of homes," says Jim Pullin, managing broker at Skyline Properties. Single-family homes range from $700,000 to $1 million. Townhouses with modern or traditional looks go for $600,000 to $800,000, while condos are $400,000 to $520,000.
The variety in High Point extends to a mixed-use development called Upton Flats, which has market-rate rentals and both office and retail spaces. "The 600 units are operated by Seattle Housing Authority," Gonyea says. "They aren't in the HOA, so are not subject to the same rules." Among the SHA's offerings are Breathe Easy Homes, designed to decrease asthma triggers with unique ventilation systems, hardwood floors and other features.
These newly built homes surround a community garden in the north end of High Point.
Many newly built homes are colorful in High Point, about 5 miles south of Downtown Seattle.
Different architectural home styles can be found in the High Point neighborhood.
Find these craftsman homes in a typical High Point street, with beautiful front yards.
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Commons Park, P-Patch, programs and classes
High Point is about 120 acres, with 17% of that being open space. Commons Park has a playground and the West Seattle Bee Garden, part of a ‘P-Patch,’ or community garden. The West Seattle Bee Festival, held in May, has vendors from around the city and focuses on nature education, entertainment and family friendly fun. Twenty pocket parks are found among residential streets, providing a relaxing green space right by home. Next to the Walt Hundley Playfield, the High Point Community Center is a hub for activities, after-school programs and classes.
The High Point branch of the Seattle Public Library is on Raymond Street and provides programs like homework help, family story time and youth drop-in chess. It's just a couple of miles to the shores of Puget Sound and the beach at Lincoln Park, the Seattle Chinese Garden and the public West Seattle Golf Course, which features a banquet hall and the Fox Den Grill.
Come enjoy the organic shapes and have fun exploring Commons Park in High Point.
Bee Garden at High Point Commons is a unique habitat and educational space.
P-Patch at High Point Commons in High Point, is the heart of the community.
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West Seattle Elementary, immersion programs
Students may start their public school education at West Seattle Elementary, which has a B grade from Niche. Denny International Middle, B, is known for its music program and is a Reading Workshop School partnered with Columbia University. Denny shares a campus with Chief Sealth International High, B-plus. The schools collaborate in performing arts and music programs and offer dual language immersion and courses focused on Native American cultures.
West Seattle Elementary School welcomes High Point school children every year.
Denny Middle School is a great school and supports the High Point neighborhood.
Chief Seattle High School's main entrance is in the High Point Neighborhood in West Seattle.
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The High Point neighborhood has numerous bus routes that frequently come, including route H.
Buses with ORCA, ferry and I-5
Bus service is available, with stops found along streets like 35th Avenue and Morgan Street. Refillable ORCA cards are a simple way to pay for Seattle public transportation. Travelers going east cross the West Seattle Bridge. If heading across Puget Sound, there's ferry service via the Fauntleroy Terminal, a few miles west of High Point. Major roads like state Routes 509 and 99 and Interstates 5 and 90 are nearby. It's about a 10-mile drive to SeaTac, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The West Seattle Link Expansion of Sound Transit light rail is planned to be completed by 2032.
QED coffee shop, the Junction and more
At the mixed-use Upton Flats building is QED Coffee, which took over the Nos Nos coffeehouse location in November of 2023. QED fits right into the community, as the business made an extra effort not to change the existing vibe too much. "The neighborhood already liked it. We weren't interested in changing anything from when it was Nos Nos; it was already a staple in the neighborhood," says Jennifer Biladeau, a longtime barista with QED. Some new additions include beer and wine offerings and operating hours extended to 6 p.m. QED has a shop in Mount Baker as well, but the High Point location has a bigger menu because there's a kitchen. "We have breakfast burritos and breakfast sandwiches," Biladeau says. "With the library just at the end of the block, people are comfortable coming in to do homework and stuff like that. Parents come in with their kids. We've had a couple of book clubs meet at the shop."
There's a convenience store, pharmacy and Grillbird teriyaki shop close to home. Spots for more extensive retail and dining are just a couple of miles away. The Junction, around the intersection of California Avenue and Alaska Street, is particularly notable for a mix of long-established businesses and hip, new eateries, shops and bars. Easy Street Records & Café is a Seattle destination for music lovers. There are also a Safeway, Whole Foods Market and Trader Joe's. A couple of miles south of High Point, the Westwood Village shopping mall has brand-name stores like Target and QFC supermarket.
QED Coffee in High Point is a Moroccan coffee shop with a great atmosphere.
Enjoy a deilicious pastry and a cup of coffee at one of many coffee shops in High Point.
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Commons Park in the High Point neighborhood in West Seattle is the heart of the community.
High Point HOA and Open Space Association
Redevelopment of the area began in 2006. "Everything was removed and flattened, besides the heritage trees. We were completely built out by 2020," Gonyea says. Two entities, the High Point Homeowners Association and the High Point Open Space Association, work to maintain and strengthen the community. "Everyone pays into the OSA for the maintenance of our natural drainage system and the care and maintenance of our parks and environmental features," Gonyea says. The amount of monthly OSA dues changes yearly based on the annual budget. The HOA funds support common elements in residential blocks. "The dues vary based on the block and type of architecture," says Gonyea. "Homes on some blocks have vinyl siding; some have Hardie Plank; there's different square footage."
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Parks in this Area
Walt Hundley Playfield
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
High Point Commons Park Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Mulberry Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Triangle Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Sunrise Park
Picnic Area
Judy Faye park
Picnic Area
Viewpoint Park
Lake
Trails
Playground
Bataan Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Pond Park
Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
23 min drive
Bus
Delridge Way SW & SW Myrtle St
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Sylvan Way SW & High Point Dr SW
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SW Morgan St & 35th Ave SW
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Delridge Way SW & SW Findlay St
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Sylvan Way SW & Delridge Way SW
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Delridge Way SW & SW Holly St
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Sylvan Way SW & SW Sylvan Heights Dr
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.620 Reviews
3.0Niche User
8/13/2016Niche Review
There isn't a lot to do in West Seattle, but downtown is only a few minutes away!
5.0Niche User
7/10/2014Niche Review
When it comes to the community, people are very friendly and know how to get together when it is needed.
4.0Niche User
6/4/2015Niche Review
While it does rain a lot here, the temperatures don't get to be too cold or too hot. In the winter, we rarely even get snow and the summer rarely shows a temperature above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
3.0Niche User
6/4/2015Niche Review
Capital Hill and Delridge are fairly safe neighborhoods to visit. I would recommend avoiding White Center and especially Rainier Beach as those are the places that people get mugged or held up at gun point.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
High Point
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
High Point Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in High Point, Seattle sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in High Point, Seattle over the last 12 months is $655,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,997
Median Age
36
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,938
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,308
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
47.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
% Population in Labor Force
70.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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