MAGGIE REAL ESTATE GROUP
Redmond Real Estate Guide
Urban living with iconic views
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Redmond Overview
Maggie Sun is a top real estate agent in Redmond. The Redmond housing market is very competitive. Homes receive about 3 offers on average and sell in around 28 days. The median sale price was $1.2M last month (-4.1% YoY) and the median price per square foot was $647 (+1.9% YoY).
Population
151,199 (2024)
Median Household Income
$161,300
Median Home Price
$1,525,000
Top Employers
Tech sector, regional retail & services, Bellevue is part of the Eastside tech hub (Microsoft, Amazon, other tech spillover)
Neighborhoods & Lifestyle
Top Bellevue Neighborhoods
Downtown Redmond
Walkable urban core, new light-rail access, condo & townhome options
Education Hill
Classic single-family streets, near schools & parks
Overlake
Tech adjacency (Microsoft campus), mixed condo/SF homes, great commute
Idylwood
Quiet lakeside pockets near Lake Sammamish parks & trails
Marymoor Village
Emerging urban district by Marymoor Park & future rail, modern living
What Makes Bellevue Special
- Trails & parks – Sammamish River Trail, Marymoor Park, bike-friendly planning
- Transit growth – Light-rail expansion and walkable urban centers underway
- Global tech center – Headquarters & campuses fueling jobs and innovation
- High-performing schools – Served by Lake Washington School District (top-ranked regionally)
- Suburban comfort + city access – Minutes to Bellevue & Seattle
Schools & Education
| School Name | Level | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Tesla STEM High School |
High School (Choice) |
10/10 on GreatSchools |
State & national rankings leader in STEM focus |
|
Redmond High School |
High School |
Strong academics & activities |
Serves central Redmond; AP and extracurricular depth |
|
Evergreen Middle School |
Middle |
Highly regarded |
Diverse programs; strong feeder to RHS |
|
Redmond Elementary |
Elementary |
Well-rated neighborhood school |
Community-centric programs & strong proficiency |
|
Rockwell (Norman Rockwell) Elementary |
Elementary |
Among district top performers
|
Consistent high test scores (LWSD)
|
Research University
University of Washington
The University of Washington is a public research university in Seattle, Washington, United States. Founded in 1861, it is one of the oldest universities on the West Coast of the United States.
Elementary
Laurelhurst Elementary School
Laurelhurst Elementary School (Seattle, WA) is a public K-5 neighborhood school of about 260-300 students. It emphasizes rigorous academics, creativity, critical thinking and inclusive support.
Research University
Eckstein Middle School
Eckstein Middle School is a public school in Seattle, Washington, serving grades 6-8. Established in 1950, Eckstein’s building is a landmark in Seattle; it features modern-style architecture and has been upgraded over time.