Why Live in The Highlands
The Highlands neighborhood in Shoreline features over 100 private residences, each averaging about 2 acres, with contemporary and midcentury modern styles being particularly popular. Homes here were constructed using top architects and materials, reflecting various decades of design. The housing market has seen slow activity due to low inventory, and property ownership requires membership, initiation fees, and annual dues. The Beach Drive Trail within the neighborhood is home to numerous bird species and ancient trees, while the Seattle Golf Club offers an 18-hole course redesigned by Arnold Palmer. Nearby, Shoreview Park, less than two miles away, provides a dog park, playground, and courts for tennis and pickleball, and Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, about four miles away, offers access to Puget Sound. Local dining includes Diva Espresso and Hae-Nam Kalbi and Calamari, with grocery options like Central Market and Safeway nearby. Community events include the annual Highlands Picnic and a concert series at the Florence Henry Memorial Chapel. Aurora Avenue, Interstate 5, and State Route 99 facilitate commutes, with downtown Seattle 12 miles away and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 24 miles out. The neighborhood is safer than the national average. Educational options include the highly rated Meridian Park Elementary School, Einstein Middle School, and Shorewood High School, all part of the Shoreline Public School District, with Shoreline Community College also nearby.
