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Queensborough

Queensborough is an established Bothell neighborhood on the south-facing slopes above SR-522, offering mature tree canopy, classic Northshore residential character, and proximity to both downtown Bothell and the Kenmore waterfront.

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Walk Score
25
Transit Score
28
Bike Score

Living in Queensborough

Queensborough is one of Bothell's most established residential areas, a neighborhood of tree-lined streets, mid-century and 1970s-era homes, and the settled, quiet quality that comes from decades of stable ownership. Located on the hillside terrain south of SR-522 and north of the Sammamish River, it occupies a genuinely convenient position between downtown Bothell to the east and the Kenmore lakefront to the west. Homes here tend to be modestly scaled but well-maintained, with yards that benefit from the mature landscaping that only time produces.

The neighborhood's Northshore School District assignment is a major draw โ€” Shelton View Elementary consistently earns strong ratings, and the path through Kenmore Middle and Bothell High delivers solid college preparation in a community-minded environment. Blyth Park, just east of the neighborhood, provides river access and picnic grounds that complement the residential character well. For buyers who want an established, no-surprises neighborhood with good schools and reasonable pricing, Queensborough quietly delivers.

Young family on a budget โ€” Queensborough offers entry-level Northshore School District access at lower price points than comparable neighborhoods in Kenmore or Kirkland, making it the smart first-rung choice for price-conscious families. Longtime Northshore buyer โ€” The neighborhood's established character and low turnover attract buyers who have lived in the area before and know exactly what they're getting. Commuter valuing SR-522 access โ€” The quick on-ramp to SR-522 and downstream connection to I-405 makes Queensborough an efficient base for buyers who need flexibility in their commute direction.

Getting Around

Queensborough sits on the hillside between SR-522 to the north and the Sammamish River to the south, in the western portion of Bothell near the Kenmore border. 100th Avenue NE and Queensborough streets connect to SR-522 for westbound (Kenmore/Lake City) and eastbound (downtown Bothell/I-405) access.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 22 min by car
  • Amazon Bellevue: 32 min by car via I-405
  • Downtown Seattle: 30 min by car via SR-522/I-5
  • Google Kirkland: 20 min by car

Highlights

  • Mature neighborhood with established tree canopy and classic Northshore character
  • Northshore School District โ€” consistently strong elementary through high school pipeline
  • Short drive to downtown Bothell's restaurants and main street amenities
  • Proximity to Blyth Park and Sammamish River Trail access
  • SR-522 access for quick connections to I-405, Kenmore, and Lake City
  • Strong long-term owner base with low turnover and stable values

Schools

Shelton View Elementary School

Elementary
8/10

Kenmore Middle School

Middle
7/10

Bothell High School

High School
8/10

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