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Woodland Park

Woodland Park is a prestigious Seattle neighborhood anchored by the beloved Woodland Park Zoo and its sprawling 92-acre green space, offering residents an exceptional blend of natural beauty and ur...

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Living in Woodland Park

Woodland Park is a prestigious Seattle neighborhood anchored by the beloved Woodland Park Zoo and its sprawling 92-acre green space, offering residents an exceptional blend of natural beauty and urban convenience. Homes here command premium prices with a median of $2,050,000 and $657/sqft, reflecting strong demand and a remarkable 173.3% year-over-year price surge. The neighborhood attracts affluent buyers seeking a quiet, leafy retreat with easy access to Fremont, Phinney Ridge, and Green Lake.

Woodland Park offers a vibrant, outdoorsy lifestyle centered around the zoo, Green Lake, and numerous local cafes and restaurants along Phinney Avenue. Residents enjoy easy access to Green Lake Park for running, cycling, and kayaking, as well as the bustling Fremont neighborhood just minutes away. The tree-lined streets, strong neighborhood associations, and proximity to farmers markets give it a small-town feel within a major city.

Affluent families โ€” Premium schools, safe streets, proximity to Green Lake parks, and the zoo make this an ideal place to raise children in an urban setting. Outdoor enthusiasts โ€” Immediate access to Green Lake, Woodland Park trails, and the Burke-Gilman Trail appeals to active buyers who want nature at their doorstep. Seattle professionals seeking prestige โ€” The neighborhood's soaring values, elegant homes, and vibrant local dining scene attract high-earning professionals who want a coveted Seattle address.

Real Estate Market

Single Family
$2,274,000
$600
$/sqft
6
Days
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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

Woodland Park sits in north-central Seattle, bounded roughly by Aurora Avenue N to the east, Phinney Avenue N to the west, N 65th Street to the north, and N 50th Street to the south. It straddles the Phinney Ridge and Green Lake neighborhoods.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 35 min by car
  • Amazon Bellevue: 45 min by car
  • Downtown Seattle: 15 min by car
  • Amazon South Lake Union: 15 min by car
  • University Of Washington: 15 min by car

Highlights

  • Adjacent to Woodland Park Zoo and 92-acre green space
  • Minutes from Green Lake and Fremont neighborhoods
  • Strong 173.3% YoY price appreciation signals high demand
  • Walkable to cafes, restaurants, and shops on Phinney Ave
  • Excellent access to Burke-Gilman Trail for cyclists
  • Tight-knit community with active neighborhood associations

Schools

Phinney Ridge Elementary School

Elementary
7/10

Robert Eagle Staff Middle School

Middle
6/10

Ingraham High School

High School
7/10

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