Sharon Glatz Scott
Responds Quickly
Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
(206) 203-7229
25 Total Sales
1 in Uplake
$950,000 Price
Uplake
Suburban Neighborhood in Kenmore, Washington
King County 98028, 98155
In the Emerald City, your favorite restaurant could be just 2 miles away as the crow flies. But that could mean a 20+ mile journey up and around Lake Washington. Uplake’s location at the tippy top of Lake Washinton’s north end is just one of the many things that bolsters its convenience. “I think it's a combination of many factors,” says Managing Broker for Windmere Real Estate NE Kim Witzig, who has sold homes in the area for more than 24 years. “It's the flexibility of having a lot of homes that can accommodate a one-level lifestyle, yet you still have room for guests, or extended stay guests, and you might even have a view of the lake.”
Rows of tall hedges hide a collection of modern prairie homes and mid-century ranch-styles with daylight basements in Uplake. Still, some waterfront condominiums have also begun to populate the area. Though most streets lack a sidewalk, the wide shoulders of the streets lead those who dare climb the hills to free little libraries and conjoined mailboxes in cul-de-sacs where neighbors gather to share stories of the weekend. Compared to the rest of the U.S., Seattle is an expensive market, and Uplake might seem that way too. But as Witzig points out, affordability in Seattle is largely affected by location. “To get affordable homes near the lake, you have to either go to the north end where Kenmore is, or you have to go to the south end towards Renton or Rainier Beach,” says Witzig. The median for a single-family home in Uplake is around $1.15 million, though some of the neighborhood’s mid-1960s builds have sold for around $800,000.
Most students living in Uplake will attend the Northshore School District, which, according to Niche, has the second-best teachers of any school district in Washinton. Young students start at Kenmore Elementary, while middle school students attend Kenmore Middle. Both schools earn a B-plus score from Niche. Kenmore Middle also has a STEAM certification program for students interested in science and arts. Finally, Inglemoor High scores an A rating from Niche and offers an International Baccalaureate program for students who wish to enroll in courses of high rigor to study international issues.
According to Witzig, Uplake does not have an area full of restaurants and retail yet, “I do believe that's going to change though.” Construction along Bothell Way and the rising of new waterfront condominiums signals that Uplake is experiencing changes brought on from developments in neighboring communities. When it does come time to restock the pantry or get your teeth cleaned, there are several options waiting for you less than a mile outside of the neighborhood, including a Safeway grocery store, dental offices and more restaurants. There’s even some interesting retail nearby, such as Kenmore Camera, a family-owned photography store that’s been there since 1974.
But even now, Uplake is not entirely void of activities and amenities inside the neighborhood. Along the waterfront, there are a handful of restaurants and bars both in the neighborhood and just outside of it, as well as a neighborhood grocery store. Pho House Deli sits right above the North Lake Marina and allows patrons to chow on Bahn-mi while watching the silhouettes of small crafts slowly disappear over the horizon.
Once your meal is finished, you can hop on the Burke-Gilman Trail, which stretches from Bothell to Golden Gardens Park in Sunset Hill. If you aren’t looking to go all the way though, take the trail to Log Boom Park and spread out for a picnic on the sandy shores of Lake Washington. The park is also home to many other amenities, such as a fishing pier, boat rentals and boulders to climb on.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sharon Glatz Scott
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Virginia Lawson
Virginia Lawson
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Danforth
(206) 905-9049
96 Total Sales
1 in Uplake
$600,000 Price
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Garrett Brown
Garrett Brown
Windermere Real Estate Central
(206) 466-3451
115 Total Sales
1 in Uplake
$950,000 Price
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Veronica Morss
Veronica Morss
eXp Realty
(206) 210-1823
70 Total Sales
1 in Uplake
$1,225,000 Price
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Brianna Robbins
Brianna Robbins
John L. Scott Bellingham
(360) 594-0466
142 Total Sales
1 in Uplake
$1,210,000 Price
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Milaina West
Milaina West
KW Greater Seattle
(817) 835-6598
165 Total Sales
1 in Uplake
$795,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Log Boom Park
Northshore Summit Park
Horizon View Park
Pfingst Animal Acres Park
Rhododendron Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Boating
Lyon Creek Waterfront Preserve
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Uplake | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Uplake, Kenmore sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Uplake, Kenmore over the last 12 months is $951,118, down 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$923,500
Median Single Family Price
$950,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$912,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$566
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Months of Supply
1.50
Median List Price
$950,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
233
Median Year Built
1962
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,729
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,486
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,491
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,325,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,970 Sq Ft
- 6121 NE 175th St
- Unit B404
- New 12 days ago
Lakefront living at its finest! Beautiful, top floor, two bed (and a large den/office), two bath condominium with south facing panoramic water views situated on the north shore of Lake Washington. Bright and spacious, perfect for cozy living and entertaining. This home is ready for your customization. Residents enjoy secure access, covered parking for 2 cars and a generous walk-in storage unit.
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
598
Median Age
45
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$184,999
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$199,517
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.8%
College Graduates
75.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Downtown Kenmore
The urban center of the greater Kenmore area
Kenlake Vista
A Northshore neighborhood overlooking Lake Washington
Linwood Heights
Residential, waterfront, midcentury homes in desirable Puget Sound
Northlake Terrace
A scenic neighborhood close to nature and the city
Northshore Summit
A hilly and neighborly suburb close to Downtown Kenmore
Horizon View
Secluded forest homes, well-rated schools and a vibrant town center
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