Highland Park
Neighborhood Reviews
$736,874
Average Value
State routes are close by
There are 27 Metro Transit bus stops in Highland Park, Seattle. The freeways nearest to Highland Park, Seattle are Washington State Routes 99 and 509. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is a 7-mile drive on local roads.Lots of shopping and dining close to home
Even though Highland Park is a 5-mile drive via local streets from the popular West Seattle Junction area, it has its own hub of restaurants, cafes and retailers. Along Delridge Way, locals can start the day at Fresh Flours for pastries and coffee drinks. Young's Restaurant is a local favorite and unique eatery that serves classic breakfasts and Chinese dishes such as chow mein. There are several locally owned businesses in the area, like Cartwheel Vintage & Consignment. Cyclists can get their next set of wheels or a tune-up at Angle Lake Cyclery. Highland Park has several grocery stores, including Highland Park Corner Store, which opened three years ago as a restaurant/social gathering spot. Open seven days a week, the establishment serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and has seven parking spots. "Thursday night is our busiest," says owner Meaghan Haas. "That's when we bring in a food truck, have wine tasting and host the Highland Park Run Club."
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Residents can go to a park or go roller skating
Residents can walk or bike a ½-mile to Highland Park, which offers views of the Cascade Range to the east and Mt Rainier to the southeast. Its amenities include ballfields, a wading pool, a shelter house, swings, a tennis court and a children's play area. Westcrest Park is a popular hiking spot featuring earthen trails amongst tangles of blackberry canes and mossy evergreen trees. There is a viewing platform with a panoramic view of the city skyline, a flat open meadow, a short walking path and a dog off-leash area. Residents can also spend time near the Duwamish Waterway by visiting the Duwamish Waterway Park. Quiet and secluded in the South Park neighborhood, this park has a playground with climbing and spinning equipment, plus a fun zipline. The park was renovated in 2022 and provides accessible pathways, interesting art, benches, a large lawn area with shade trees, a barbecue pit and picnic tables. The Southgate Roller Rink, less than a ½-mile via back road, offers skating sessions, party space and events.
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A variety of architectural styles
Highland Park has a mix of architectural styles, including foursquare, ranch-style, bungalow and traditional homes that range in price from $475,000 to $1.6 million. There are also a few duplexes and fourplexes scattered throughout the neighborhood. For $1.4 million, a buyer can get a 3,200-square-foot, five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath new construction home. Most residences have garages, and lots are less than 1/8 of an acre, large enough for a seating area or small garden. The Florence of Seattle retirement home is also within the boundary.
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High school offers AP classes
Highland Park is zoned for the Seattle Public Schools district. Students can walk or bike to Highland Park Elementary School, which has a B-minus from Niche. Denny International Middle School has a B grade. Chief Sealth International High School is on the same campus as Denny Middle and offers advanced placement classes. It received a B-plus score.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Celine Williams
Celine Williams
Realty One Group Orca
(360) 763-4211
129 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$260,000 Price
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Sarah Rudinoff
Sarah Rudinoff
Windermere R E Mount Baker
(206) 350-2661
160 Total Sales
3 in Highland Park
$525K - $841K Price Range
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Eryn Joslyn
Eryn Joslyn
COMPASS
(206) 207-8727
68 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$700,000 Price
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Anna Schwartz
Anna Schwartz
John L Scott RE West Seattle
(925) 255-7184
33 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$850,000 Price
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Penny West
Penny West
Katrina Eileen
(206) 600-4999
20 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$725,000 Price
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Kathryn Kleber
Kathryn Kleber
Keller Williams Realty PS
(206) 460-1987
147 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$825,000 Price
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
Westcrest Park
- Dog Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
White Center Heights Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Riverview Playfield
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Tennis
Highland Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Marra-Desimone Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Thistle Street Greenspace
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/19/2018
Niche Review
Since I have commuted back and forth over a six month period, I have notice that the residents of Highland Park is friendly. I notice that the community(which is an older population)has lived there for quite a long time, therefore the residents refuse to move. I would rate Highland Park 3 stars
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Highland Park | US |
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| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,941
Median Year Built
1952
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,514
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,360
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
826
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
526
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$775,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,180 Sq Ft
- 8139 14th Ave SW
- New 5 days ago
Step into mid-century charm in this freshly updated move-in ready home! Enjoy brand-new carpet, fresh interior/exterior paint, & beautiful original hardwoods. The open main level flows from living to dining to kitchen, with 3 bdrms & a full bath. The spacious lower level features a huge rec room, bdrm, office, 3⁄4 bath, all w/ high ceilings & great natural light. Each level has its own private
Eva Croasdale Windermere Real Estate/East
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$1,249,500
- 7 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,296 Sq Ft
- 7931 9th Ave SW
- New 5 days ago
Looking for a great investment? Look at the numbers for this solid brick 4 plex. Low maintenance and great location. Two units have been recently renovated. Additional basement storage available for each unit plus coin operated washer and dryer. The rents for unit 7929 & 7933 are currently $1,580 & $1,550 respectively. As of 9-1-2025 the rents will go up to the numbers listed in the "Unit
Scott Lansing Berkshire Hathaway HS NW
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$1,150,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,580 Sq Ft
- 8100 8th Ave SW
- New 6 days ago
Come live in a treehouse, in the heart of West Seattle! This 1,580 sq. ft. home feat. 3 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms! Master suite w/ walk in closet, private on suite bathroom, & private balcony. Gourmet kitchen feat. a high-end KitchenAid appliance package, Carrara Caldia quartz counters, & custom cabinetry. Hardwoods throughout, premium tile work, wet bar + den downstairs, 3 tiered multi-level
Alexis Martz TRELORA Realty, Inc.
Homes for Rent
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$1,695 - $2,500 per month
- Overlook at Westridge
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 400+ Sq Ft
- 600 SW Kenyon St
- Seattle, WA
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$3,300 per month
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,980 Sq Ft
- 8121 8th Ave SW
- Seattle, WA
Available 8/1! Updated 4 bedroom home in Highland Park. Located in one of West Seattle's most desirable neighborhoods. Enter into the main living space with newly refinished hardwood floors while ample natural light fills every corner. Kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances & new tile flooring. 3 spacious bedrooms and full bath on main floor. Basement features all new carpet, 4th bedroom, half
Kelly Bergqvist Windermere PM/Lori Gill Assoc.
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$2,495 per month
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 800 Sq Ft
- 1023 SW Trenton St
- Seattle, WA
Charming home in West Seattle available 08/04/25! This must see recently remodeled, 2 bed, 1 bath home has a new retro kitchen with vibrant flooring and freshly painted cabinets and new countertops. New carpet throughout. Updated bathroom. Great back yard w/patio and attached 1 car garage. Landscaping included, 1 dog/1 cat w 25% pet deposit. 12-month lease, renters insurance required. Home is
Lynn Douglas Windermere PM/Lori Gill Assoc.
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,467
Median Age
42
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,278
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,721
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
College Graduates
48.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45
/ 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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