Meadowbrook neighborhood

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Meadowbrook

A quiet, family-oriented North Seattle neighborhood near Meadowbrook Pond and Nathan Hale High School.

Housing

Single-Family Homes

Setting

Residential

Access

Car-Dependent + Bus

Known For

Meadowbrook Pond + Accessible Pricing + Family Character

The Neighborhood

Meadowbrook

Meadowbrook is a quiet residential neighborhood in northeast Seattle, anchored by Meadowbrook Pond and the adjacent park system, and defined by single-family homes at price points that are accessible by Seattle standards. Nathan Hale High School is the neighborhood's primary institutional anchor, and its presence contributes to the family-oriented character that most buyers describe when they find the neighborhood.

Meadowbrook lacks the urban energy of nearby Lake City or the park prestige of Matthews Beach to the south, but it delivers a reliable residential experience at a price point that has attracted young families and first-time buyers who might otherwise be priced out of the Lake Washington corridor or the light rail corridor to the west.

Points of Interest

  • Meadowbrook Pond
  • Nathan Hale High School
  • Meadowbrook Community Center
  • 35th Avenue NE commercial corridor

Real Estate

Real Estate in Meadowbrook

Meadowbrook offers some of the most accessible single-family pricing in northeast Seattle. The housing stock is primarily mid-century and post-war construction, ranging from well-maintained originals to properties that have been renovated over time. Buyers who need space, a yard, and reasonable North Seattle positioning often find Meadowbrook competitive with alternatives further from the city.

The neighborhood's main limitation is walkability; most residents rely on a car for daily errands, and the commercial corridor along 35th Avenue NE is utilitarian rather than vibrant. For buyers whose priorities are a house, a yard, and a genuinely residential North Seattle address, Meadowbrook merits careful consideration.

Housing Types

  • Single-family homes
  • Mid-century homes
  • Entry-level homes

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Market Intelligence

What Drives Value in Meadowbrook

  • Accessible pricing relative to other northeast Seattle neighborhoods
  • Meadowbrook Pond and park system: genuine green space within walking distance
  • Family-oriented community character with Nathan Hale High School as anchor
  • Lot and yard space relative to more central Seattle neighborhoods

What Buyers Should Know

  • Car-dependent for most daily needs; walkability is limited
  • Research Seattle Public Schools assignment for your specific address before committing
  • Mid-century construction warrants thorough pre-inspection
  • Pricing is accessible; compare per-square-foot against nearby Lake City when evaluating

Market Data

Market Snapshot

Homes for Sale

Median Asking Price

Median Days on Market

Condominiums Available

Single-Family Available

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Current Listings

Homes for sale in Meadowbrook

Live Meadowbrook inventory is served by IDX Broker from NWMLS data. The neighborhood guide, imagery, and local recommendations above stay Pinnacle Group's own.

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