Lake Washington is the Seattle area's largest lake, as well as its most popular fresh water location for boating, fishing, and water sports. Many of Seattle's most exclusive waterfront neighborhoods reside on Lake Washington, including Medina and Mercer Island. Executives from Microsoft, Amazon, Costco, Starbucks, Nintendo, Paccar, and Expediters International live on Lake Washington, as well as many professional athletes from the Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Mariners, and former Seattle SuperSonics. There are also some neighborhoods on the lake with less-expensive homes at more moderate prices.
Lake Washington waterfront homes vary significantly as you make your way around the lake. Starting at the Northwest corner, Lake Forest Park has some waterfront homes in Sheridan Beach that have a nice suburban feel as well as a tight-knit community. Moving South into Seattle, Cedar Park has many hillside homes near Lake Washington and houses right on top of the lake along the shoreline. The neighborhoods stay quiet and residential as you move further South into Matthews Beach, which also has a nice waterfront community park.
Northeast Seattle's Windermere and Laurelhurst have some of Lake Washington's most luxurious Seattle homes. These are often on large estates, facing East toward the lake or South toward Union Bay. Closer to central Seattle we have Madison Park, Washington Park, and Denny Blaine. These are historic Seattle communities where city founders lived, and the waterfront locations are magnificent.
Leschi and Mt Baker come next along the shore, and there's more of an active lifestyle here, with bikers, boaters, restaurants, and shops right on the waterfront. Seward Park returns to the quiet feel, with plenty of luxury waterfront homes and access to its namesake park nearby.
Southeast Seattle has some of the least-expensive waterfront locations including Rainier Beach and Bryn Mawr. These neighborhoods have quick access from Lake Washington's shores to downtown Seattle or the SeaTac airport.
Making our way out of Seattle to the Southeast side of Lake Washington, we find the Kennydale neighborhood. Homes here sit right on the shore of the lake with quiet, dead-end streets leading up to them. These are the most inexpensive waterfront homes on the Eastside.
Heading North, Bellevue has waterfront homes on canals in Newport Shores, and along Lake Washington in Enatai, Beaux Arts, and Meydenbauer Bay. Just North of Meydenbauer, Bellevue transitions into Medina. Medina (and Evergreen Point), Hunts Point, and Yarrow Point are known as "The Points" and have some of the most valuable waterfront locations in the Northwest.
Kirkland has many waterfront condos as well as houses. Moving North from its downtown, the landscape becomes more rural as you travel from West of Market to Juanita, Champagne Point, and Holmes Point. Rounding out the Lake Washington waterfront properties at the Northeast corner is Kenmore, with homes on the lake and on the Sammamish River which drains into it.
Joie de vivre on the lake. Introducing the jewel of Hunts Point. An unrivaled 4.3 acre estate with 327 ft of pristine Lake Washington shoreline. This incredible opportuni...
Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East.
This incredibly rare waterfront estate is one of only 4 waterfront residences w/in the 9-home enclave known as The Reed Estate. The magnificent 8,000+ SF residence is sit...
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In a private Lake Washington setting, this is one of Seattle’s great estates. With over 200 feet of waterfront and sweeping views of the Cascades from Mt. Baker to Mt. Ra...
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A signature waterfront estate offering elevated living, exquisite design and exceptional views. Bask in bluff-top privacy and beachside fun. Luxury, by the numbers: Main ...
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For those seeking an exceptional waterfront lifestyle, this Medina masterpiece boasts a 150-degree view & spectacular custom quality. Envisioned as a live/work/play lake ...
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The epitome of modernism takes center stage in this Wendell Lovett designed residence nestled on the Medina’s famed “gold coast”. Extraordinary architecture in its purest...
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Flowing, light-filled interiors invite you to escape & unwind in this west-facing Modern Vision on Yarrow Point. Refined modernity & luxe craftsmanship define this lakeho...
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Magnificent waterfront estate! 275+/- feet of extraordinary, level waterfront. Gorgeous Mt. Rainier views! Meticulous craftsmanship & unmatched quality throughout. Stunni...
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This lively home is truly a one of a kind and sleeps 12 on the beautiful Lake Washington Boulevard in Kirkland. You’ll feel like you’re in the center of it all at this pr...
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Feel like you just entered a 5 star resort a million miles away. LK WA waterfront Tuscan Villa, blending the classic touches of Italy with modern open concept design. Th...
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Finished with a modern flare, precision assemblage focused on fine materials. Stunning yet professional kitchen; Italian marble counters, Sub, Wolf, a glass note wall. De...
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Stunning contemporary home with glorious lake views, 82± ft of no-bank waterfront, and slip & dock accommodating boats up to 60 ft. Extensively remodeled in 2004 & 2012 w...
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Intrinsically rare & spectacular by nature, a coveted north shore lifestyle awaits your discovery. A proud 76' of low-bank waterfront fronts a gentle, highly curated land...
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Custom masterpiece by renowned architect Stuart Silk commends sweeping Lake Washington & majestic Mt. Rainier views. This magnificent gated waterfront paradise is truly t...
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Custom masterpiece by renowned architect Stuart Silk commends sweeping Lake Washington & majestic Mt. Rainier views. This magnificent gated waterfront paradise is truly t...
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Brilliant M.I. Modern Waterfront! Custom-built (2018) & recently transformed into a curated lakeside oasis through exceptional interior design updates. FUN is the word fo...
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Sweeping lake views and spectacular sunsets are the hallmarks of this Northwest Contemporary offering a delightful blend of timeless design, modern upgrades, and spaces t...
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Luxurious modern masterpiece, presented by Forest Creek Estates, built by Seascape Homes. Exquisite site in private forested setting on Mercer Island’s west side, this 5,...
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Waterfront sanctuary. Opulent villa at water’s edge, designed by Gerald Chihara to maximize Northwest indoor-outdoor connections. From the ipe entertainment deck, invitin...
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Welcome home, where convenience, comfort and character meet! Beautiful warm hardwoods welcome you into a 2 story foyer, immediately drawing you towards the water views. E...
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Lovingly held since it was custom built in 1972, this 3,690 sf daylight basement home in Dawn Terrace enjoys 30’ of no bank waterfront shared with 4 neighbors. A meanderi...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain.
Live on Beautiful Lake Boren in Newcastle! Home completely rebuilt in 2015. 2 stories with basement features 5 Beds & 4.5 Baths, 2832 square feet, & new updates: carpet, ...
Listing courtesy of John L. Scott, Inc.
Welcome to this spectacular Lake Washington waterfront home, your dream comes true! 70 feet water frontage with large decks and deep water moorage, surrounded by stunning...
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Welcome to Kenmore Estates! The gated entry welcomes you with a tranquil year-round flowing creek, the main home with a fully fenced dog run or future vegetable garden ad...
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Ideal Lakemont Ridge townhome in Bellevue. This light & bright home features beautiful bamboo & ceramic tiled flooring, open style kitchen fully equipped with all stainle...
Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East.
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