Why Live in Wind and Tide
Wind and Tide is a secluded neighborhood within Picnic Point, approximately 22 miles north of Seattle's northern coast, offering sweeping views of the Puget Sound. Homes in this coastal community, built between the 1960s and 1980s, range from modest midcentury styles like split-levels and ranch-style homes to large waterfront estates. The properties are set on wooded lots with private access to trails and water, ensuring privacy and scenic surroundings. Residents enjoy proximity to Picnic Point Park, a favored local attraction featuring a sandy beach, mountain vistas, and opportunities for outdoor dining and dog walks. The nearby Harbour Pointe Golf Club offers stunning views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains.
The Wind and Tide Community Association organizes local events and supports neighborhood initiatives, fostering a strong sense of community. Students attend highly rated schools, including Picnic Point Elementary, Harbour Pointe Middle, and Kamiak High, all within a 4-mile radius. For dining, Grounds Coffee provides an early morning start, while Diamond Knot Brewery and Alehouse, Grouchy Chef, and Red Cork Bistro & Catering offer diverse culinary experiences. Retail hubs along Mukilteo Speedway provide convenient shopping options, and residents can commute to Downtown Seattle, 25 miles away, via city buses or a nearby light rail station. Seattle Paine Field International Airport is just 5 miles away, offering easy access for travelers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wind and Tide a good place to live?
Wind and Tide is a good place to live. Wind and Tide is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Wind and Tide is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Wind and Tide has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.2 people per acre and a median age of 52. The average household income is $204,737 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Wind and Tide are home owners, with 5.3% of residents renting and 94.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wind and Tide can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wind and Tide neighborhood guide.
Is Wind and Tide, WA a safe neighborhood?
Wind and Tide, WA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wind and Tide?
The median home price in Wind and Tide is $1,274,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $255,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.11%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,190 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $265K a year to afford the median home price in Wind and Tide. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Wind and Tide is $205K.
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Home Trends in Wind and Tide, WA
On average, homes in Wind and Tide, Picnic Point sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Wind and Tide, Picnic Point over the last 12 months is $1,387,500, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,387,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,275,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$438
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$1,274,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%
