Living in Kenmore, Washington
At the north end of Lake Washington, Kenmore is a quiet, green city offering lakefront access and a central Eastside location between Seattle, Bellevue, and the tech corridor.
Kenmore, WA homes have a median price around $695,000 (about $409/sq ft), with a typical commute of about 10 minutes to Bothell (biotech) and roughly 32 minutes to downtown Seattle.
A calmer, relatively more attainable Eastside foothold with lake access, the Burke-Gilman Trail, and quick hops to Bothell, Kirkland, and Seattle.
Lifestyle & amenities
Kayaking from Log Boom Park, seaplane watching, brewery stops, and a low-key residential pace with Eastside convenience.
The housing market
More attainable than Kirkland or Bellevue. Mid-century homes and newer townhomes; lakefront and view lots command a premium.
Best for: Eastside buyers wanting lake access and value with great schools.
Popular Kenmore neighborhoods
Schools
Served primarily by:
Northshore School District
Commute to work
- Bothell (biotech)~10m
- Bellevue/Redmond~20m
- Downtown Seattle~30m
Approximate off-peak drive times.
Parks & outdoors
- Log Boom Park
- Burke-Gilman Trail
- Saint Edward State Park
Kenmore home-buying FAQ
How far is Kenmore from downtown Seattle?
Kenmore is roughly 32 minutes from downtown Seattle by car in typical morning traffic. Closer-in job centers include Bothell (biotech) (about 10 minutes) and Bellevue/Redmond (about 20 minutes).
Which school district serves Kenmore?
Kenmore is served primarily by Northshore School District.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Kenmore?
Buyers most often shop Lakepointe / waterfront, Inglewood, Moorlands.
What is the housing market like in Kenmore?
More attainable than Kirkland or Bellevue. Mid-century homes and newer townhomes; lakefront and view lots command a premium.
What are property taxes like in Kenmore?
Kenmore is in King County, where the effective property-tax rate is about 0.92% of assessed value — roughly $6,900 a year on a $750,000 home.
What is there to do outdoors in Kenmore?
Local favorites include Log Boom Park, Burke-Gilman Trail, Saint Edward State Park.
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