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Residential area with access to retail and recreation
Madison Valley is a centrally located neighborhood, with Lake Washington less than a mile to the east and Downtown Seattle and Puget Sound both about 2 miles west. Single-family homes are lined along gridded streets dotted with parks and within walking distance of shops and restaurants. “Madison Valley highlights convenience and lifestyle,” says Real Estate Broker Kara Mumma with Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, who has over 5 years of experience. “You have this great balance of city living, while also having an outdoor escape and residential feel within this one pocket. It’s the best of all worlds.”
Madison Valley sits just south of Montlake and the University of Washington.
Younger Madison Valley residents can rush to the playground at the Washington Park Playfield.
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Newer townhouses and single-family homes from the 1900s
The neighborhood’s residential streets are dense, with tall trees and natural vegetation growing between houses. Most properties come with street parking, though some areas have alleyways too. Cape Cods without dormer windows are a common housing type, alongside saltbox houses with multiple levels. These homes were built in the early 1900s to 1940s and span 1,400 to 2,000 square feet. Traditional single-story homes and Craftsman bungalows in the neighborhood have similar ages and sizes. Prices range between $800,000 and $1.5 million.
Multi-story Craftsman homes with geometric features and front porches are another housing type, though these are built between the 1980s and 2020s. These properties cost $975,000 to $2.3 million for 1,600 to 3,200 square feet.
Attached townhouses are also common in the area. “You have a lot of infills in the neighborhood because of how convenient it is. So, you’re seeing a lot of new townhouse developments,” Mumma says. Most units have balconies and tucked-in garages, and some share modern designs depending on when they were built. These go for $575,000 to $925,000.
Older homes built in the early 1900s to 1940s are a common sight throughout Madison Valley.
Attached townhouses more recently built in Madison Valley can range from $575k to $925k.
Larger Craftsman homes are among the many home styles found throughout the Madison Valley.
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Local shops and restaurants on Madison Street
Madison Valley’s business district is located along East Madison Street and has dozens of small businesses and local restaurants. “It’s known for being boutique-y, so you don’t see many big store names, but it gives it a nice community feel,” Mumma says. Seu Flowers sells home goods, and Kitchen & Market is the area’s grocery store. A Safeway is located directly southwest of the neighborhood too. Restaurants along the Madison Street corridor include Cafe Flora, an upscale vegetarian bistro, and Pagliacci Pizza, with casual take-out options. Kamp Social House specializes in fresh cuisine made with local, organic ingredients.
Downtown Seattle is about 2 miles west with a wider selection of retail and restaurants. Pike Street is lined with big-box stores like Target and Ross. There’s also the Pacific Place shopping mall in Westlake Center with national retailers such as Nordstrom and Sephora.
Kitchen & Market features many specialty groceries and freshly made meals to go.
Pagliacci Pizza serves up freshly made pizzas and is a popular spot in Madison Valley.
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Washington’s parks, arboretums and lakes
Multiple parks are interspersed between homes and commercial spaces in the neighborhood. Prentis I. Frazier Park has a playground and basketball court, while Julia Lee’s Park is more of an Italianate Garden with concrete pathways. Directly north of the neighborhood is the Washington Park Arboretum. The 230-acre preserve is broken into dozens of smaller gardens. The Seattle Japanese Garden bleeds into Madison Valley and has gravel pathways winding past a koi pond, waterfall and teahouse. “There are multiple routes throughout – you can go on a new trail, and it’s a different experience every time. It’s great for those who enjoy morning walks,” Mumma says. It is one of the only gardens that requires admission. The Washington Park Playfield is farther south and has an athletic turf field for soccer, lacrosse and football.
About a mile north of the neighborhood is Madison Park Beach, which sits along the sandy shoreline of Lake Washington. Swimming is allowed in the summer when lifeguards are on patrol. Other areas along Lake Washington allow for fishing and boating.
Madison Valley residents find calmness and a connection to nature at the Japanese Garden.
Frazier Park is a popular park for younger residents in the area.
The annual Interlaken Icicle Dash 5K and 10K take place in Interlaken Park in the winter.
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High-rated Seattle schools with quality programs
Children living in Madison Valley can enroll at Seattle Public Schools, which provides open enrollment school choice. McGilvra Elementary earns an A grade from Niche and provides after-school childcare. From there, students can attend Meany Middle School, which has a B. Garfield High School receives an A grade and offers over 60 student clubs and activities, including a robotics and marine & scuba club.
The University of Washington’s Seattle campus is roughly 3 miles northwest of the neighborhood. The 700-acre campus sits across the Montlake Bridge and is home to over 33,000 undergrads.
Earning an A grade from Niche, McGolvra Elementary serves the younger students in the area.
Meany Middle School earns a B from Niche and serves students in the Seattle, WA area.
Garfield High School garners an A grade from Niche and serves the older students in Seattle.
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Navigating Madison Valley by bike, bus or car
Madison Valley’s gridded streets and sidewalks create a walkable and cyclist-friendly community. East Madison Street is the area’s main thoroughfare and has multiple Puget Sound Transit bus stops. There are also a handful of stops along 23rd and 24th avenues. “It’s really easy to get around. If you work in downtown Seattle, you can just hop on a bus,” Mumma says. Access to Interstate 5 is about 2 miles east, and the neighborhood is almost 3 miles from the Seattle Ferry service across Puget Sound. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, known as SeaTac, is roughly 16 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Interlaken Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Julia Lee's Park
William Grose Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Prentis I Frazier Park
Washington Park Arboretum
Picnic Area
Trails
Kayak/Canoe
Madison Valley Stormwater Facility Park
Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
29 min drive
Bus
24th Ave E & Boyer Ave E
Bus
Martin L King Jr Way E & E John St
Bus
E Madison St & 23rd Ave E
Bus
E Madison St & 25th Ave E
Bus
23rd Ave E & E John St
Bus
E Madison St & 29th Ave E
Bus
24th Ave E & E Galer St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Madison Valley
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Madison Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Madison Valley, Seattle sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Madison Valley, Seattle over the last 12 months is $479,000, up 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Fabulous & updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in prime Madison Valley location! The main level features an open-concept kitchen, dining and living area that opens to a sunny deck-perfect for entertaining. A convenient half-bath and attached 1-car garage complete this level. Upstairs, enjoy a spacious primary suite occupying the entire top floor, complete with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet,
Conveniently tucked away on a lush corner lot across from the P-Patch in one of Seattle's most coveted neighborhoods. This charming and chic one-level Craftsman offers nearly 1600' of stylish living. Rebuilt in 2005 and thoughtfully updated in 2020-21, the home features an expansive great room with vaulted ceiling, skylights and a limestone-clad gas fireplace. An open-concept layout includes a
Live in the heart of Madison Valley! This spacious and light-filled corner unit condo puts you in the center of it all. Popular restaurants, local shops and the beautiful Washington Park Arboretum are right outside your door. Enjoy generous living spaces with large picture windows that flood the home with natural light. An expansive private deck is just off the living room and is perfect for
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,380
Median Age
38
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$141,335
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$168,750
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.1%
College Graduates
75.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
88/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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