A scenic city near Boeing’s Everett Production Facility
Set atop eastern hills overlooking Puget Sound, Mukilteo (pronounced MUHK-il-TEE-oh) offers striking views and proximity to major Seattle-area employers. Many of the city’s 21,000 residents work at Boeing’s Everett Production Facility, which borders Mukilteo, or they make the 26-mile commute to Seattle, made easier with convenient access to the Sounder commuter train and Interstate 5. “There’s high demand for Mukilteo because it’s in its own little world,” says Carrie Freeman, a broker with John L. Scott Real Estate who’s sold homes here for 22 years. “It’s known for its small-town charm and has amazing beauty, with views of the Olympic Mountains.”
The city was originally settled by the Snohomish people, and “Mukilteo” is the Snohomish word for a narrow body of water. The Point Elliott Treaty, signed here in the mid-1800s, transferred much of western Washington from the area’s tribes to the United States government. Today, a monument honors this event in Old Town Mukilteo, where locals gather at Lighthouse Park and dine at seafood restaurants.
Welcome to Mukilteo Washington.
Enjoy the stunning view of Puget Sound from the shores of Mukilteo.
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Northwest Contemporary homes with Puget Sound views
The median home sales price in Mukilteo is around $850,000, lower than Everett's $625,000 but higher than the nation's roughly $410,000. Early 20th-century cottages sit along hilly sidewalk-lined streets in Old Town Mukilteo, but most of the city’s single-family homes are late 20th-century Northwest Contemporary houses in forested cul-de-sacs. The most expensive homes are found along Puget Sound. “Northwest Contemporary homes are common here, and some properties are on the hillside, with views of the Olympic Mountains, Whidbey Island and the sunset,” says Colleen Thorsen, a residential specialist at John L. Scott Real Estate who’s sold homes here for 3 years. Townhouses and condos can be found throughout, including some with Puget Sound views.
Waterfront homes with incredible views are all over the Mukilteo area.
Traditional-style homes often sit on waterfront lots with spacious yards in Mukilteo.
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The Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival on the Puget Sound waterfront
Though much of Mukilteo is bordered by Puget Sound, Lighthouse Park is the only place where residents can access the water, making it one of the city’s most popular gathering places. It earns its name from the Mukilteo Lighthouse, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and open for tours. The park also hosts the Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival each September, featuring live music, a beer garden and fireworks over the Sound.
The Japanese Gulch Conservation Area is one of two natural areas within the city. “It’s the hub for outdoor recreation, with trails, wildlife and natural beauty,” Freeman says. The public Harbour Pointe Golf Club, located in the Harbour Pointe neighborhood, offers two nine-hole courses.
Admire the beautiful lighthouse and incredible views from Lighthouse Park in Mukilteo.
Lighthouse Park is a popular gathering place for the Mukilteo locals.
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Career readiness in the Mukilteo School District
Local kids can attend schools in the Mukilteo School District, which earns an overall B-plus from Niche. While students might be zoned for several elementary schools and two middle schools, the A-rated Kamiak High is the city’s primary high school. Here, kids can learn about scholarships and apprenticeships through the Career and College Readiness Center. High school juniors and seniors can apply to Sno-Isle TECH, which offers one and two-year career training programs.
Kids in Mukilteo attend Mukilteo Elementary School.
Harbour Pointe students go on to attend Kamiak High School.
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The Mukilteo Speedway and the Mukilteo Ferry Terminal
State Route 525, more commonly known as the Mukilteo Speedway, is the city’s main thoroughfare, leading roughly 8 miles to Interstates 5 and 405, and 26 miles to downtown Seattle. The Mukilteo Ferry Terminal offers service to and from Whidbey Island. “Be prepared for some traffic because of the ferry terminal,” Freeman says. The Sound Transit’s Sounder train travels from Mukilteo Station to Seattle, and there are also bus stops around the area.
Paine Field, an airport bordering the city, offers domestic flights and is part of Boeing’s Everett Production Facility. Around the airport, several museums highlight the area’s aircraft history. “You do have some airplane traffic going in and out, so there can be some noise,” Thorsen says. “It’s a tiny airport, so it’s really nice if you can get a flight here. It’s much easier than going to Sea-Tac.” Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, commonly called Sea-Tac, is a 40-mile trip. Swedish Mill Creek Campus, 8 miles away, is the closest emergency room.
Waterfront dining in Old Town Mukilteo
The waterfront in Old Town Mukilteo offers local restaurants that are popular with both residents and tourists. “There's a whole vibe to the waterfront,” Freeman says. “It has lots of seafood and coffee shops.” With the Mukilteo Waterfront Development, the city is looking to develop 26 more acres into a walkable area of restaurants, businesses and parks; the project is still in the planning stage. More local restaurants and grocery stores are along the Mukilteo Speedway, and big-box retailers like Costco Wholesale are nearby in Lynnwood.
Eat local seafood on the water from Ivar's at Mukilteo Landing.
Enjoy a craft beer from the Diamond Knot ale house in Mukilteo.
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Mudslide risk
“Much like the Pacific Northwest, Mukilteo has mild, rainy winters but dry, pleasant summers, and it can be cloudy for much of the year,” Freeman says. The rain, combined with seismic activity and the city’s steep hillsides, can occasionally cause mudslides. These can block travel routes but rarely damage homes. While “earth movement” is rarely covered by standard home insurance, homebuyers can purchase a separate policy to cover damages from earthquakes and mudslides.
Decreased crime rates
The Mukilteo Police Department reports that violent and property crime rates have decreased in recent years. According to FBI statistics, local crime rates remain well below state figures. The police department employs an embedded social worker to aid in behavioral response calls, and neighbors can organize a Block Watch to help prevent crime by helping residents communicate with each other and the police.
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