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Denny Blaine

Denny Blaine is one of Seattle's most exclusive enclaves, defined by architectural grandeur, deep lakefront lots, and unrivaled privacy.

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Living in Denny Blaine

Denny Blaine is one of Seattle's most exclusive enclaves, defined by architectural grandeur, deep lakefront lots, and unrivaled privacy. The neighborhood's median price of $3,680,000 and $924 per square foot reflect trophy-home pricing, while an extraordinary +73.2% year-over-year surge underscores the scarcity premium commanded by premier waterfront addresses. With 66 average days on market, these homes attract a discerning, global buyer pool.

Denny Blaine offers a rarefied lifestyle defined by sprawling estates, private lake access, and a hushed, resort-like atmosphere within Seattle city limits. Residents enjoy proximity to Madison Park's boutique shops and restaurants while retreating to one of the city's most secluded streetscapes. The neighborhood has long attracted Seattle's most prominent families, tech executives, and notable figures seeking both prestige and privacy.

Ultra-high-net-worth executive or tech founder โ€” Proximity to Amazon, Microsoft, and downtown Seattle combined with maximum privacy and prestige makes Denny Blaine the default choice for Seattle's top earners. Legacy wealth buyer seeking generational property โ€” The neighborhood's irreplaceable lakefront lots and long history of distinguished ownership attract buyers looking to establish a lasting family estate. Relocation buyer from a coastal or global market โ€” Seattle's relative affordability at the ultra-luxury tier compared to San Francisco, New York, or international cities draws high-profile relocating buyers.

Real Estate Market

Single Family+73.2% YoY
$3,680,000
$924
$/sqft
66
Days
2
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

Denny Blaine hugs the western shore of Lake Washington in central Seattle, tucked between Madison Park to the north and Madrona to the south. The neighborhood's secluded, forested streets and direct lake access distinguish it as one of the Pacific Northwest's most prestigious residential addresses.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 25 min by car
  • Amazon South Lake Union: 15 min by car
  • Downtown Seattle: 10 min by car
  • Boeing Renton: 30 min by car

Highlights

  • Trophy lakefront and estate properties with irreplaceable settings
  • Median price surged +73.2% YoY reflecting extreme scarcity
  • Direct Lake Washington waterfront access
  • Top-rated McGilvra Elementary in the attendance zone
  • Minutes from Madison Park village and downtown Seattle
  • Unmatched privacy with forested, curving residential streets

Schools

McGilvra Elementary School

Elementary
9/10

Washington Middle School

Middle
8/10

Garfield High School

High School
8/10

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