Houghton

Houghton is south Kirkland's most prestigious residential neighborhood — a lakefront community that occupies the western shore of Lake Washington between downtown Kirkland and the Bellevue city line. The neighborhood's western edge features some of the most sought-after waterfront properties on Lake Washington's eastern shore: private docks, expansive lawns reaching to the water, and Cascade Mountain views that make these among the Eastside's most coveted addresses. Behind the waterfront tier, hillside streets rise to offer view homes and larger single-family properties with a quieter, more forested character.

Houghton Beach Park provides a public lakefront access point that serves as a community gathering space, while the Cross Kirkland Corridor — a 5.75-mile multi-use trail built on a former railroad right-of-way — runs through the heart of the neighborhood, connecting cyclists and pedestrians to downtown Kirkland to the north and Bellevue to the south. The trail has become a defining neighborhood amenity and significantly enhances the area's walkability and bike connectivity despite the broader neighborhood's car-dependent character. Houghton's position between two major Eastside urban centers and its quick I-405 access make it one of the best-located residential neighborhoods on the Eastside.

Lakefront estate buyer — High-net-worth buyers seeking a Lake Washington private dock address in a quiet, prestigious south Kirkland setting with excellent Eastside commute access. Google or tech executive — Senior employees at Google Kirkland or other nearby Eastside campuses who want a premium residential address within a short commute of work. Trail-focused active buyer — Cyclists and runners who want to live directly on the Cross Kirkland Corridor and use the trail for both recreation and bike commuting to Kirkland or Bellevue.