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Redmond, WA, a vibrant place to call home
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Redmond* is located in the heart of Seattle's Eastside, an award winning city in a pristine setting, it is the seventh most populated city within King County and the 16th most populated within Washington State. Redmond encompasses a total of 16 square miles and is located less than 20-miles east of downtown Seattle. Home values in Redmond have increased by 18% since 2004 with 44% of all Redmond residents living in the same house for over five years.
Redmond and neighboring Bellevue serve as the Eastside's commercial and retail centers as well as the hub for the always-expanding business climate that attracts traditional commerce and entrepreneurs of all types. Although best known for its business climate, with companies like Microsoft and Nintendo making their homes here, Redmond has become a popular weekend getaway spot for fun-seekers as well. Arts and entertainment are alive in Redmond, too, with live theatre, music, film and literary arts for every taste. On top of all that, you'll discover an abundance of First class places to shop or stay and dine,... so why not find yourself in Redmond?
Redmond offers many entertainment resources, including the Redmond Town Center, which contains over 100 shops, several restaurants, live theater, and world-class hotels. In addition, Redmond is known for having more than 20 parks, spanning more than 1,000 acres of open space with 17 miles of trails for walking, biking, inline skating, and horseback riding.
Redmond is also known for its natural beauty. In a city with 34 parks and over 25 miles of trails, it's easy to forget that you're within 20 minutes of downtown Seattle and a short ride away from great skiing! Marymoor Park is particularly well-known, with its 45-foot-high climbing wall, a model-airplane flying circuit, lighted sports fields, dog park, summer concerts, and its famous velodrome.
 Marymoor Park is a popular regional park of 640 acres located in Redmond and operated by the King County Parks system. Located on the north end of Lake Sammamish, it preserves a broad expanse of the Sammamish Valley. In addition to soccer fields, ball fields, and lighted tennis courts, special features of the park include a climbing wall, a radio-controlled airplane field, an off-leash exercise area for dogs and dog-owners, and the Velodrome, an oval bicycle track for organized racing. Several trails lead in and out of the park, connecting with the Sammamish River Trail, the Bridle Crest Trail, and the planned East Lake Sammamish Trail.
 Arts in the Parks - Each year, Arts in the Parks offers free summer concerts sponsored by the City Arts Commission and Redmond Parks and Recreation Department with funding support from Microsoft, the Tourism Development Fund and 4Culture Sustained Support Program.
Enjoy hours of FREE family entertainment at Redmond's Arts in the Parks, featuring outstanding performances from around the world at attractive outdoor locations. Bring a picnic meal and a blanket, and relax with an entertaining hour of music, theater or dance. Performances are held at the open space next to Redmond City Hall.
 Willows Run Golf Complex - Located in the Sammamish Valley, Willows Run is a beautiful championship caliber golf course complex. We are a full service facility, complete with two eighteen-hole, links-style courses, driving range, practice putting green and bunker. We also offer a par three family nine-hole course and an eighteen hole "themed" putting course.
l, operated by the North West Center, is located at 17535 NE 104th Street, directly across from Redmond High School. The pool is open all week with scheduled times for recreational swims, exercise programs, water safety classes, and swimming lessons.
Because of the City’s commitment to youth programs, by America’s Promise—the Alliance for Youth. The award recognizes communities for their commitment to providing healthy, safe and caring environments for young people. “Redmond’s future lies in our young people, so we are committed to providing opportunities that support their growth both as individuals and citizens,” said Mayor Rosemarie Ives. “We are thrilled America’s Promise—the Alliance for Youth has honored us with this distinction.
Redmond was selected, in part, due to its opportunities for teens. Redmond’s Old Fire House Teen Center is the longest-standing teen-only center in the region and for the past 15 years has offered all age music shows and programs, and more recently, a state-of-the-art recording studio. For young people who want to contribute to society, Redmond’s Youth Partnership Advisory Committee offers community service opportunities. Youth can also participate on the City’s boards and commissions and give direct input on issues that impact Redmond as a whole. Additionally, the Counselor in Training Program offered by the Parks and Recreation Department helps young people become leaders in their community. Among others, Redmond’s after-school program for elementary school children, Neighborhood Schoolhouse, was also recognized. With tutoring programs and activities like science, tennis and chess, kids are able to get continued support after school hours.
*Information and photos were secured from the City of Redmond, Redmond Chamber of Commerce and other public information web sites. |
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Seattle Area Home Sale Activity first quarter 2008 statistics
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resale and new homes single family residences and condos
* % Change is from the same period last year
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REDMOND |
98052 |
$465,000 |
0.7% |
$277 |
173 |
-31.3% |
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REDMOND |
98053 |
$551,407 |
-4.7% |
$275 |
60 |
-49.2% | *****************************
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Community |
Zip Code |
Median Price |
% Chg* |
$/Sq Ft |
Sales Volume -
Units Sold |
% Chg* |
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BELLEVUE |
98004 |
$754,367 |
11.2% |
$423 |
117 |
-35.4% |
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BELLEVUE |
98005 |
$446,250 |
18.7% |
$298 |
42 |
-64.4% |
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BELLEVUE |
98006 |
$530,000 |
1.4% |
$272 |
96 |
-30.4% |
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BELLEVUE |
98007 |
$339,990 |
-0.3% |
$267 |
36 |
-56.6% |
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BELLEVUE |
98008 |
$522,500 |
4.7% |
$271 |
57 |
-32.9% |
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MEDINA |
98039 |
$1,980,000 |
41.4% |
$455 |
9 |
-25.0% |
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ISSAQUAH |
98027 |
$488,500 |
-8.2% |
$257 |
93 |
-26.2% |
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ISSAQUAH |
98029 |
$450,000 |
7.7% |
$261 |
137 |
-33.8% |
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BOTHELL |
98011 |
$412,887 |
5.7% |
$247 |
86 |
-53.0% |
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KENMORE |
98028 |
$387,500 |
-6.9% |
$222 |
49 |
-44.3% |
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KIRKLAND |
98033 |
$625,000 |
5.0% |
$311 |
154 |
-34.5% |
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KIRKLAND |
98034 |
$379,950 |
9.2% |
$251 |
100 |
-55.6% |
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REDMOND |
98052 |
$465,000 |
0.7% |
$277 |
173 |
-31.3% |
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REDMOND |
98053 |
$551,407 |
-4.7% |
$275 |
60 |
-49.2% |
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RENTON |
98055 |
$322,000 |
0.6% |
$195 |
61 |
-46.5% |
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RENTON |
98056 |
$344,000 |
-13.6% |
$215 |
72 |
-36.8% |
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RENTON |
98057 |
$332,000 |
-5.9% |
$200 |
15 |
-54.5% |
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RENTON |
98058 |
$340,000 |
-2.9% |
$196 |
95 |
-30.1% |
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RENTON |
98059 |
$444,250 |
-12.2% |
$216 |
111 |
-47.6% |
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SAMMAMISH |
98074 |
$618,000 |
7.1% |
$255 |
106 |
-30.3% |
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SAMMAMISH |
98075 |
$724,500 |
6.7% |
$240 |
49 |
-45.6% |
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SNOQUALMIE |
98065 |
$446,762 |
-5.2% |
$224 |
91 |
-26.0% |
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NORTH BEND |
98045 |
$459,000 |
4.7% |
$272 |
25 |
-58.3% |
· Statistics complements of OLD REPUBLIC TITLE & ESCROW |
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