$1,338,265Average Value$573Average Price per Sq Ft26Homes For Sale
Named after an active volcano
Perched along the coast of Lake Washington, Mount Baker is an affluent suburban neighborhood named after the third tallest mountain in Washington. Unlike the active volcano of Mount Baker itself, which is over 140,000 years old, the neighborhood of Mount Baker features newly developed land with a diverse population of young people. Realtor Deidre Hicks of Berkshire Hathaway has sold almost $20 million worth of property in the Seattle area. “The people who live here are a mix of older families who own their property, and younger, white-collar workers,” Deidra says. Mount Baker offers residents convenient access to nearby Seattle, which is just a 3-mile drive west of the neighborhood. Schools, public parks and shopping opportunities are abundant, along with scenic views of Lake Washington.
Mount Baker Park swimming pier
Mount Baker Community Center
Traditional home
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Large homes on small lots
Homes in the area primarily consist of Craftsman-style bungalows and contemporary Ranch houses. There are also a few larger, midcentury Modern houses that feature striking geometric facades and large cuts of glass. The streets are narrow and lined with mature foliage on either side. Property prices range from $800,000 for a small bungalow, to over $2 million for a large contemporary house. Most homes are tightly packed together and lack large grassy lawns. The median property price of Mount Baker is $1 million. This is a tightly squeezed housing market in highly desirable location near Seattle. Demand is high and supply of houses is low. A recently sold single-story, four-bedroom Ranch-style house closed for $988,000.
Seattle skyline is short distance from Mount Baker
Traditional homes with manicured lawns
Contemporary home
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Sound transit in close proximity to Mount Baker
Schools near Mount Baker
For education, parents send their children to Hawthorne Elementary School, which is conveniently located within Mount Baker itself. The school teaches 449 students and scores a B-plus on Niche. Aki Kurose Middle School is located 2 miles from the neighborhood and earns a B-minus. Franklin High School is situated within walking distance for many residents and scores a C on Niche. Much like the landscape around the school, the students of Franklin High School wear forest green and black uniforms. The school is more than 112 years old and was one of the original schools in the Seattle area. Franklin is divided into 5 separate academies that specialize in different curriculums, such as the Humanities and Finance.
Lakeside living
Lakeside living is a perk in Mount Baker. The many parks and beaches draw residents and visitors from around Seattle and the surrounding areas. At Mount Baker Park, residents can jog, bike or walk their dog down the many trails to the lake. On hot summer days, neighbors enjoy swimming on Mount Baker Swim Beach or lounging in the shade under one of the tree-lined trails. The Mount Baker Community Club was established in 1909 and hosts regular community events like potlucks, fitness classes, and music workshops. A short distance away, Amy Yee Tennis Center has ten courts for recreational use, rentals, and classes for various age groups.
Shoreline of Lake Washington looking north
View of I-90 from Mount Baker
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International flavors
While the neighborhood is primarily residential, there is a unique international dining hub off Rainier Avenue. Viengthong Lao Restaurant is a Laotian restaurant that serves dishes like Nam Khao; a fragrant, crispy rice salad. Nearby, Uncle Lu is a Taiwanese restaurant known for their boxed lunch specials, including braised pork with egg over rice and Taiwanese bubble tea. Cafe Ibex is another favorite, dishing up classic Ethiopian food like spicy Doro Wat, a spiced chicken stew soaked up with injera, a soft flatbread.
Cafe Ibex Ethiopian dishes
Viengthong restaurant
Rainer Ave south commercial district
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Transportation and Jobs
U.S. Route 90 runs along the northern border of Mount Baker 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 earns a spot as the fifth largest port in America. Seattle is known for being a hub for jobs in creative content. Other major employers include the healthcare system and jobs in technology.
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Mt. Baker has a friendly community, a few local restaurants and boutiques, parks, lake access where you can run, bike or go to the beach, it's near a few grocery stores and has relatively easy access to the lightrail and bus lines.
5.0Current Resident
10/23/2019Niche Review
We adore our neighborhood. It's central, walkable, beautiful and charming. The lake is a huge draw and we spend lots of time at Mt Baker park with our son and dogs.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mount Baker
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Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mount Baker Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Baker, Seattle sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Baker, Seattle over the last 12 months is $898,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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