Redmond Real Estate Guide
Redmond is a thriving Eastside city and global tech hub, home to Microsoft and Nintendo of America.
Urban living with iconic views
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Redmond Overview
Redmond is a thriving Eastside city and global tech hub, home to Microsoft and Nintendo of America. With excellent parks and trails, highly ranked public schools, and convenient access to Seattle and Bellevue, Redmond blends innovation with suburban comfort.
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
75,721 (2023)
Median Household Income
$162,099 (2023)
Median Home Price
$1,200,000 (last month, citywide)
Top Employers
Microsoft, Lake Washington School District, Amazon, Meta, Nintendo of America, City of Redmond (2023 list)
Neighborhoods & Lifestyle
Top Seattle 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 Redmond 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.
Redmond is primarily served by Lake Washington School District (LWSD), which educates ~30,000+ students across the Eastside (Redmond, Kirkland, parts of Sammamish). The district maintains top-tier test performance and graduation outcomes. For the 2025–26 year, LWSD lists ~57 public schools serving ~30,882 students, ranking top 1% statewide by aggregate performance metrics.
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