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North Rose Hill is a well-regarded Kirkland residential neighborhood with a median home price of $1,380,000 and a price per square foot of $649, offering solid value compared to premium Kirkland en...

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Living in North Rose Hill

North Rose Hill is a well-regarded Kirkland residential neighborhood with a median home price of $1,380,000 and a price per square foot of $649, offering solid value compared to premium Kirkland enclaves. The -12.9% year-over-year adjustment and 40-day average days on market suggest a buyer-friendly market window with room to negotiate. The neighborhood is prized for its convenient location between Kirkland and Redmond, making it a top choice for tech professionals seeking accessibility without sacrificing community character.

North Rose Hill blends suburban comfort with genuine convenience, offering residents easy access to both Totem Lake shopping and the charming retail and restaurants of downtown Kirkland. The neighborhood features established tree-lined streets, local parks, and a family-friendly atmosphere that appeals to professionals seeking a calm residential base near major tech campuses. The Kirkland Urban development nearby adds walkable dining and entertainment options.

Tech Professional Couple โ€” Dual-income tech professionals at Microsoft, Google, or Nintendo seeking a central Eastside location that minimizes commute while providing a quality suburban home. Growing Family โ€” Families attracted by the strong Lake Washington School District pipeline from elementary through high school in a safe, established neighborhood. Savvy Buyer Seeking Value โ€” Buyers recognizing that the -12.9% correction is a market timing opportunity in a fundamentally strong neighborhood with excellent schools and location.

Real Estate Market

Single Family-30.5% YoY
$1,460,000
$660
$/sqft
33
Days
15
Sold
Condo-17.2% YoY
$410,000
$472
$/sqft
103
Days
5
Sold
Townhouse-17.8% YoY
$904,000
$538
$/sqft
6
Days
3
Sold

5-Year Price Trends

Quarterly median sale price. Source: Redfin. Hover to highlight.

Q4 2025. Quarterly data from Redfin. Low sales volume can cause quarter-to-quarter volatility.

Getting Around

North Rose Hill sits in the central-eastern portion of Kirkland, roughly bounded by NE 85th Street to the south, 132nd Avenue NE to the west, and Redmond city limits to the east. The neighborhood is positioned along the NE 116th Street corridor offering easy access to both Kirkland and Redmond.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 10 min by car
  • Amazon Bellevue: 18 min by car
  • Downtown Seattle: 35 min by car
  • Google Kirkland: 8 min by car
  • Nintendo Redmond: 10 min by car

Highlights

  • Strategic location between Kirkland and Redmond for easy tech campus commutes
  • Median price of $1,380,000 at $649/sqft โ€” strong value in the Kirkland market
  • Buyer-friendly -12.9% YoY correction offers negotiating leverage
  • Top-rated Lake Washington School District from elementary through high school
  • Close to Totem Lake retail, Kirkland Urban, and downtown Kirkland dining
  • Established, mature neighborhood with large lots and quiet streets

Schools

Rose Hill Elementary School

Elementary
8/10

Rose Hill Middle School

Middle
8/10

Lake Washington High School

High School
8/10

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