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Lake View

Lake View is an intimate, residential Seattle neighborhood offering stunning views of Lake Washington and the Cascades, with homes priced at a median of $650,000 and $650/sqft.

85
Walk Score
78
Transit Score
58
Bike Score

Living in Lake View

Lake View is an intimate, residential Seattle neighborhood offering stunning views of Lake Washington and the Cascades, with homes priced at a median of $650,000 and $650/sqft. The elevated price-per-square-foot relative to the median signals compact, well-positioned properties in high demand. With a longer 95-day median DOM, buyers have more negotiating room in this boutique enclave.

Lake View offers a quiet residential retreat with the amenities of Capitol Hill and First Hill just minutes away, including top restaurants, coffee shops, and cultural venues. The neighborhood's elevated topography rewards residents with sweeping views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains, making morning coffee on the deck a daily highlight. Despite its tranquil feel, proximity to major medical centers and downtown ensures residents are never far from the action.

View-seeking professional โ€” Stunning lake and mountain views combined with walkable access to Capitol Hill restaurants and nightlife. Medical district professional โ€” Minutes from Swedish, Virginia Mason, and Harborview, making it ideal for healthcare workers seeking a quiet retreat. Patient buyer seeking negotiating power โ€” Longer DOM of 95 days suggests sellers are more flexible, creating room for favorable terms in a premium location.

Real Estate Market

$415,000
SFH Median
$340
Per Sqft
65
Days on Market

5-Year Price Trends

Q1 2025. Quarterly data from Redfin. Low sales volume can cause quarter-to-quarter volatility.

Getting Around

Lake View sits on the western slopes above Lake Washington in Seattle's First Hill and Capitol Hill adjacent areas, offering elevated positions with lake and mountain views. The neighborhood is compact and primarily residential, nestled between denser urban areas to the west and the lakeshore to the east.

Key commute times:

  • Amazon South Lake Union: 10 min by car
  • Downtown Seattle: 8 min by car or 15 min by bus
  • Microsoft Redmond: 30 min by car or 50 min by transit
  • Amazon Bellevue: 20 min by car or 40 min by transit
  • Swedish Medical Center: 5 min by car

Highlights

  • Panoramic views of Lake Washington and the Cascades
  • Quiet residential enclave steps from Capitol Hill amenities
  • Strong $650/sqft pricing reflects desirability of view properties
  • 95-day DOM gives buyers more negotiating leverage
  • Close proximity to top medical employers and downtown
  • Compact neighborhood with a strong community identity

Schools

Stevens Elementary

Elementary
7/10

Meany Middle School

Middle
5/10

Garfield High School

High School
7/10

Thinking about Lake View?

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