Why Live in Town Center
Town Center in Mountlake Terrace is a centrally located neighborhood known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, and local amenities. The area provides easy access to I-5, facilitating quick commutes to Seattle and Everett, and will soon feature a light rail station to further ease commuting. The neighborhood features mid-to-late 20th-century ramblers and cozy bungalows with Craftsman-inspired elements, as well as new contemporary townhouses. Homes are situated on private lots with shady evergreen and maple trees, creating peaceful enclaves ideal for morning jogs or evening strolls. Families benefit from the highly rated Edmonds School District, with Terrace Park Elementary, Alderwood Middle School, and Mountlake Terrace High School all scoring above average in various academic and extracurricular areas.
Town Center boasts numerous parks and outdoor recreation options, including the expansive Terrace Creek Park with its forest, wetlands, trails, off-leash dog park, play area, and disc golf course. Evergreen Playfield offers pickleball and soccer facilities, while Veteran Memorial Park provides a quiet space for walking and picnicking. The neighborhood is less than five miles from Bothell, Edmonds, and Shoreline, making it one of the most centrally located areas. Local dining and entertainment options are plentiful along 56th Avenue, featuring spots like Diamond Knot Brewpub, Amorn Thai, and the family-owned Grand Pere Bakery. Town Center combines established and contemporary homes, well-rated schools, and a central location, making it a desirable place to live in Mountlake Terrace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Town Center a good place to live?
Town Center is a good place to live. Town Center is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable. Town Center is a suburban neighborhood. Town Center has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.1 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $118,983 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 40.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Town Center are home owners, with 40.4% of residents renting and 59.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Town Center can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Town Center neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Town Center?
The median home price in Town Center is $677,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $135,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,430 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $147K a year to afford the median home price in Town Center. The average household income in Town Center is $119K.
What are the best public schools in Town Center?
The best public schools that serve Town Center are:
What are the best private schools in Town Center?
The best private schools that serve Town Center are:
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Home Trends in Town Center, WA
On average, homes in Town Center, Mountlake Terrace sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Town Center, Mountlake Terrace over the last 12 months is $700,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$700,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$699,999
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$792,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$538
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median List Price
$677,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
