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South Rose Hill

South Rose Hill is a desirable Kirkland neighborhood offering a median price of $1,550,000 at $833 per square foot, reflecting the premium quality and central Eastside location that buyers in this ...

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Living in South Rose Hill

South Rose Hill is a desirable Kirkland neighborhood offering a median price of $1,550,000 at $833 per square foot, reflecting the premium quality and central Eastside location that buyers in this corridor seek. The negligible -0.3% year-over-year change demonstrates exceptional price stability compared to surrounding neighborhoods, and the 59-day average days on market suggests a balanced, healthy market. The neighborhood's position between Bellevue and Kirkland makes it a perennial favorite among Eastside professionals.

South Rose Hill offers a polished suburban lifestyle with excellent connectivity to Kirkland Urban's dining, retail, and entertainment options as well as the broader Bellevue shopping district. The neighborhood features well-maintained streets, proximity to local parks, and a diverse mix of established and newer construction homes that appeal to professional households. Its near-zero price change in a shifting market underscores the area's fundamental desirability and stability.

Eastside Tech Professional โ€” Senior professionals at Microsoft, Google, or Bellevue-based employers who want a central, premium Eastside address with top schools and minimal commute time to multiple campuses. Stability-Seeking Family โ€” Families who prioritize consistent home values, top-rated schools, and a well-established neighborhood community over market speculation. Relocation Buyer โ€” Out-of-state buyers relocating to the Seattle tech market who want a proven, centrally located neighborhood that minimizes risk and maximizes access to the Eastside employment corridor.

Real Estate Market

Single Family-18.8% YoY
$1,560,000
$922
$/sqft
54
Days
11
Sold
Condo+17.5% YoY
$1,474,925
$833
$/sqft
106
Days
4
Sold
Townhouse+65.8% YoY
$2,279,950
$750
$/sqft
4
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

South Rose Hill is located in the southern portion of the Rose Hill district in Kirkland, roughly bounded by NE 85th Street to the north, 132nd Avenue NE to the west, and the Redmond city boundary to the east. The neighborhood benefits from its position along major arterials connecting Kirkland, Redmond, and Bellevue.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 12 min by car
  • Amazon Bellevue: 15 min by car
  • Downtown Seattle: 30 min by car
  • Google Kirkland: 10 min by car
  • Nintendo Redmond: 12 min by car

Highlights

  • Exceptional price stability at just -0.3% YoY โ€” one of the most resilient Kirkland neighborhoods
  • Premium $833/sqft reflects quality housing stock and strong location
  • Optimal central Eastside position with easy access to Kirkland, Redmond, and Bellevue
  • Top-rated Lake Washington School District from K-12
  • Proximity to Kirkland Urban dining, retail, and entertainment
  • Balanced 59-day market indicating healthy supply-demand dynamics

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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