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On the slopes of Lake Washington
Chief Leschi led the Nisqually Indian Tribe from 1808 to 1858. The tribe inhabited the area of land from Seattle to Tacoma, surrounding the Puget Sound and Lake Washington. Today, the neighborhood of Leschi is known for its scenic views of Lake Washington and lakefront homes. Properties range from two-bedroom condominiums all the way up to modern lakefront mansions. With an average price of $1.4 million, Leschi is a popular location for affluent homebuyers who are willing to spend the extra money for the picturesque location. Realtor Deidre Hicks of Berkshire Hathaway has sold almost $20 million worth of property in the Seattle area. “People love to ride their bikes around Lake Washington,” Deidre says. “Every August there is a Seafair Hydroplane race on the Lake that is a major event.” The streets are lined with fir and hemlock, while Sailboats are tied down to public docks along Lakeside Avenue. The town is fewer than 3 miles from downtown Seattle, and residents have access to above average schools in the Seattle Public School District.
Areal view of Leschi Park marina.
Lakefront Estates usually larger 3-4 story homes with a waterfront view.
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Lakefront abodes and dense canopies
Mid-Century and contemporary Modern houses cut through the hills of Leschi with sharp lines. These houses generally feature geometric facades with long panes of glass and black metal frames. A recently listed modern mansion features lake front property and a pool for $10 million. The heavily sloping landscape combined with dense foliage provides residents ample shade cover. Some roads are almost entirely covered by a canopy of trees, which creates a tunnel-like effect. While the streets are narrow, the absence of arterial roads prevents the type of traffic congestion found in many other Seattle neighborhoods. In addition to a variety of modern homes, there are also traditional cottages and bungalows available. Houses range in price from $750,000 to well over $2 million, with a median price of $1.1 million. A recently sold modern-Craftsman bungalow closed for $1.5 million and is representative of the market average.
Contemporary Home with a large yard and drive way.
The docks are a great place to visit if you want to rest and relax by the water.
Another cottage style with a large front yard.
Row of Contemporary Homes in Leschi.
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Top-notch Seattle schools
Leschi is part of the Seattle Public School District. Leschi Elementary is conveniently located within the neighborhood and earns a B-minus rating on Niche. Meany Middle School gained its namesake after Edmon Stephen Meany, a professor of Botany and a Washington state legislator during the turn of the century. The school is located fewer than 3 miles from the neighborhood and earns a B-plus rating on Niche. For upper school, Garfield High School teaches 1,675 students and scores an A on Niche. The school is known for having a policy debate program which competes against other schools across Washington. 70% of Garfield students go on to attend four-year colleges after graduation.
Entrance of Leschi Elementary School.
Leschi Elementary School signage.
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Shopping on Lakeside Avenue
The heart of Leschi runs along Lakeside Avenue, a charming waterfront street with plenty of restaurants and shops. Leschi Market is a locally owned grocery store that has been serving the community since 1948. For brunch, Meet the Moon is a trendy cafe serving coffee, cocktails and breakfast plates. Daniel's Broiler is a local favorite for fine dining and offers surf & turf in a hundred-year-old converted boathouse with panoramic views of Lake Washington. This socially progressive neighborhood also features stores like Estelita's Library, which is a justice-centered community bookstore.
Meet the Moon is a community favorite coffee shop.
Local community members get their produce from the Leschi Market.
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Surrounded by Washington foliage
Leschi provides residents abundant opportunities to enjoy nature. Locals can swim in Lake Washington or enjoy boating and fishing. Leschi Park has hiking trails and steep paths that lead to unforgettable views of the lake and mountains. Adjacent Frink Park is another option, offering more trails and woodland areas that can sometimes make residents forget that they are only a few minutes from downtown Seattle. Peppa’s Playground and Wading Pool is a neighborhood park with a spray area, a shallow pool and a large playground.
Entry sign to Leschi Park.
Leschi Park walkways.
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Transportation and jobs in Seattle
U.S. Route 90 runs along the southern border of Leschi and is the neighborhood’s only major road. The Port of Seattle is a major driver of commerce for the entire region of northwest America. The port itself employs over 2,000 workers and is the fifth largest port in the nation. Other major employers include the healthcare system and jobs in technology.
Bus route 27 is just one of the many lines riders can catch in the Leschi neighborhood.
It's common to find a bus running along Lakeside Avenue South in the Leschi neighborhood.
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the crime and safety in this area is really great, the police respond on time, there is no police brutality, everyone and everything in seattle is peaceful. everyone comes together as one
4.0Niche User
2/6/2016Niche Review
Living in the central district is great but there is a lot of gentrification
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Leschi Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Leschi, Seattle sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Leschi, Seattle over the last 12 months is $1,265,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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