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Downtown Edmonds

Downtown Edmonds

Neighborhood in Edmonds, Washington

Snohomish County 98020

$1,113,299 Average Value
$670 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Downtown Edmonds named a Creative District

Downtown Edmonds brings creativity to southwest Snohomish County. The coastal city is about 15 miles north of Seattle and is home to over 42,000 people. Downtown is known for its views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Downtown is a compact community, mingling shops, galleries, public gathering spaces, outdoor dining and historical buildings. The walkable environment is even more stroll-friendly on some Saturdays when streets are closed to vehicle traffic for seasonal markets. Cultural and economic vitality led to Downtown being named Washington's first certified Creative District. The Mural Project Edmonds and the nonprofit Art Walk Edmonds have brought numerous creations to the city. Other public art includes sculptures and decorated utility boxes. The Cascadia Art Museum has over 200 Pacific Northwest works. New and classic films are shown at the historical Edmonds Theater, which has a single screen. Edmonds Center for the Arts has a full calendar of shows, with musicians, comedians and dancers taking the stage.

Musicology in Edmonds specializes in vinyls and more.
Musicology in Edmonds specializes in vinyls and more.
Downtown Edmonds always has something going on.
Downtown Edmonds always has something going on.
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Events like Edmonds Arts Festival and Taste Edmonds

Edmonds is the area's events epicenter. "It's known for an exceptional number of festivals," says Jim Pullin, managing broker at Skyline Properties. In the summer, tens of thousands attend the Edmonds Arts Festival, a weekend event featuring hundreds of artists. There are vendor booths, gallery showcases, musical performers and more than 1,000 pieces by local students. Taste Edmonds in August draws over 10,000 people to sample the community's culinary culture, music and activities. PorchFest Edmonds has been held in the fall since 2022. It promotes local musicians of all ages, with shows on neighborhood porches and in yards. In 2024, 67 performers played at venues hosted by 36 community members or groups. The Edmonds Classic Car & Moto Show in September includes a pancake breakfast and performances. Other seasonal events include The Rotary Club of Edmonds Oktoberfest Family Festival, which has live music, a pet parade, kids' activities and a beer garden. The 4th of July parade, part of An Edmonds Kind of 4th, has been held since 1907. The Edmonds Summer Market is held on Saturdays from mid-May to October and there are winter and holiday markets as well.

Porchfest is a popular event hosting live music in Downtown Edmonds every summer.
Porchfest is a popular event hosting live music in Downtown Edmonds every summer.
Get your holiday shopping done early at Edmonds Holiday Market in Downtown Edmonds.
Get your holiday shopping done early at Edmonds Holiday Market in Downtown Edmonds.
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Fifth Avenue and Main Street for shops and dining

Downtown's retail and dining area, mainly around Fifth Avenue and Main Street, is known for unique and locally owned businesses. Shops include Edmonds Bookshop and Teri's Toybox. The community's creative influence is seen in businesses like Glazed and Amazed, a paint-your-own pottery shop, and ARTspot, an art materials supply store. The Edmonds Downtown Alliance has more than 300 members invested in the Business Improvement District (BID), which works toward funding for beautification, parking, maintenance and other downtown initiatives. Restaurants include Rory's of Edmonds, which has a nautical theme that goes along with its seafood and water views. Fire & the Feast focuses on Pacific Northwest and Italian influences, with outdoor dining when weather permits. Daphnes Bar is popular for its classic and modern cocktails and curated wine list in a cozy 250-square-foot space. By the marina, in one building, there's Anthony's HomePort Edmonds upstairs, with specials like three-course sunset dinners. Downstairs, Anthony's Beach Café has more casual lunch and dinner selections. QFC, PCC Community Markets and 99 Ranch Market are within a few miles of Downtown Edmonds.

The Edmonds Bookshop is a small store and absolutely calming to step into.
The Edmonds Bookshop is a small store and absolutely calming to step into.
Vinbero in Edmonds is well known for being a top-notch dining experience.
Vinbero in Edmonds is well known for being a top-notch dining experience.
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The Cedar Dreams Fountain and its predecessors

The intersection of Fifth and Main, originally the junction of 1880s wagon roads, is a focal point of the city. In the 1970s, it was redesigned as a traffic circle and public art site. The circle has been prone to vehicle accidents over the years. It had a stint with a sculptural fountain and a time when a gazebo occupied it. "There's a decades-long running joke," Pullin says. "'Is it a sculpture today, or is it a gazebo today? Who is going to run it over, and when?'" In 2000, the Cedar Dreams Fountain was installed at the intersection. The design includes references to environmental scenery and local historical structures, such as the steeple of the city's first church. The pergola, damaged by another crash in 2006, was subsequently rebuilt.

The hub on Main St. is Edmond's main commercial corridor.
The hub on Main St. is Edmond's main commercial corridor.
Downtown Edmonds centers around the iconic Cedar Dreams Fountain.
Downtown Edmonds centers around the iconic Cedar Dreams Fountain.
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Condos are the most common housing Downtown

Though most of the housing in Edmonds is outside the downtown area, there is a limited supply of single-family homes, such as 1920s Craftsmans and midcentury bungalows and ramblers. Townhouses built in the 1980s and 2020 are another option. Condominiums are much more common. Home prices typically range from the $600,000s to $1 million, though some are less or more expensive depending on age, size and condition.

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Edmonds Station trains, buses and the ferry to Kingston

The junction of Interstate 5 and state Route 104 is about 5 miles from Downtown Edmonds. Edmonds Station has service on Amtrak and Sound Transit's N Line, a commuter rail from Everett to Seattle. Community Transit buses include Swift Blue Line and Swift Orange Line Bus Rapid Transit. Transportation hubs in the city include Edmonds College Transit Center and Edmonds Park & Ride. From the Edmonds Ferry Terminal, there is daily service to Kingston, a Kitsap County community known as a gateway to the Olympic Peninsula. It's one of the busiest routes in the state. "The ferry network is a big deal in the Puget Sound, and Kingston in Edmonds is one of the more northern ferries," Pullin says. "People drive to Edmonds just to use the ferry."

Edmonds Amtrak will get you where you need to go in Downtown Edmonds.
Edmonds Amtrak will get you where you need to go in Downtown Edmonds.
Community Transit is there to give you a ride in Downtown Edmonds WA.
Community Transit is there to give you a ride in Downtown Edmonds WA.
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Edmonds City Park, Marina Beach Park and the port

Edmonds City Park has fields, a children's play area and a wading pool. From July through August, Sundays are the day for free concerts at the Edmonds Daybreakers Rotary Club Pavilion. Marina Beach Park has space for recreation and relaxation, right on Puget Sound. Walkers and cyclists frequent the walkway along the marina, and there's a large off-leash area for dogs. Around the Port of Edmonds, there's a charter boat company, Edmonds Yacht Club and a public fishing pier.

Marina Beach Park is located in Edmonds, WA just outside of the downtown area.
Marina Beach Park is located in Edmonds, WA just outside of the downtown area.
Civic Field near Edmonds neighborhood is a very diverse park with a lot of acitivities.
Civic Field near Edmonds neighborhood is a very diverse park with a lot of acitivities.
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Architectural design and drafting at Edmonds-Woodway High

Sherwood Elementary School and College Place Middle School both have a B grade from Niche. Edmonds-Woodway High School receives an A-minus and has been recognized for its architectural design and drafting programs. In regional and state competitions related to the programs, EWHS students consistently rank high.

Overall Niche Grade of an A- at Edmonds Woodway High School in Edmonds WA.
Overall Niche Grade of an A- at Edmonds Woodway High School in Edmonds WA.
Explore the doorway to learning at  College Place Middle School.
Explore the doorway to learning at College Place Middle School.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle Paine Field International

23 min drive

Train

Edmonds Station

Bus

Dayton St & 5th Ave S

Bus

3rd Ave N & Daley St

Bus

Edmonds Station

Bus

Dayton St & 8th Ave S

Bus

Main St & 7th Ave N

Bus

Edmonds Ferry Eastbound

Bus

Dayton St & Sunset Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Edmonds US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$995,900
Median Single Family Price
$1,087,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$808,225
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$814,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$670
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Months of Supply
1.50
Median List Price
$995,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
799
Median Year Built
1978
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,107
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,999
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,350
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,011
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 1pm

    600 Bell St Unit 101, Edmonds, WA 98020

    $649,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 927 Sq Ft
    • 600 Bell St
    • Unit 101
    • New 15 days ago

    Experience refined living in the heart of downtown Edmonds. This elegant 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers 927 sq ft of thoughtfully designed, level-entry space. Soaring with natural light from the south and west, the open-concept layout is ideal for both entertaining and everyday comfort. Enjoy a, well-appointed kitchen with ample cabinetry, private laundry, and a generous primary closet. Step

    Tami O'Brien Windermere RE North, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
2,119
Median Age
63
Population under 18
10.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
45.9%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,943
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,363

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
60.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.9%
% Population in Labor Force
46.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
3''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

39 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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