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University District & Northeast Seattle
Windermere
An established lakefront neighborhood on the northeast shore of Lake Washington.
Housing
Luxury Homes + Waterfront
Setting
Established Lakefront
Access
Car-Dependent
Known For
Lake Washington Access + Established Residential
The Neighborhood
Windermere
Windermere is a small, established neighborhood on the northeast shore of Lake Washington, south of Sand Point. The neighborhood is characterized by larger homes on significant lots, mature landscaping, and a quiet residential atmosphere that reflects decades of limited turnover and strong owner-occupancy.
The proximity to Lake Washington and the established character of the housing stock make Windermere one of the more consistent performers in the northeast Seattle market. Buyers here tend to be deliberate and specific in their requirements, and they often wait for a particular property type rather than settling for available inventory.
Points of Interest
- Lake Washington
- Sand Point nearby
- Magnuson Park nearby
Real Estate
Real Estate in Windermere
Luxury homes and waterfront properties define the Windermere market. Pricing reflects the neighborhood's established position and limited supply; homes come to market infrequently, and when they do, they tend to attract well-prepared buyers.
Waterfront properties on the Lake Washington side are among the most valuable in the neighborhood. Buyers targeting lakefront options should understand that these homes carry a significant premium and that the market for them is thin in any given year.
Housing Types
- Luxury homes
- Waterfront properties
- Large single-family residences
Ask Luke About Windermere
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Market Intelligence
What Drives Value in Windermere
- Lot quality, privacy, and architecture are the primary luxury value drivers in this established market
- Lake access, views, and proximity to the waterfront differentiate properties significantly
- Renovation quality and long-term ownership appeal matter; buyers are often focused on multi-generational living
- Turnover is limited, which supports consistent values in well-maintained properties
What Buyers Should Know
- Limited inventory means individual comparable sales may be less useful than in higher-turnover neighborhoods
- Property-specific analysis and market engagement timing are particularly important here
- Lake access and view quality should be assessed carefully as they vary significantly by property
What Sellers Should Know
- Luxury presentation should emphasize architecture, landscaping, privacy, and the complete ownership experience
- Do not reduce the marketing narrative to size alone; buyers here are evaluating the full lifestyle
- Photography of lot, outdoor spaces, and the natural environment should complement interior marketing
Market Data
Market Snapshot
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Homes for Sale
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Median Asking Price
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Median Days on Market
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Condominiums Available
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Single-Family Available
Live market data will be connected at launch. Contact Luke for current inventory and pricing.
Current Listings
Homes for sale in Windermere
Live Windermere inventory is served by IDX Broker from NWMLS data. The neighborhood guide, imagery, and local recommendations above stay Pinnacle Group's own.
Live NWMLS listing data is not connected yet. This section is the reserved IDX Broker integration point, so no listing counts, prices, or availability are shown.
Listing data, when connected, is provided by Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) through IDX Broker. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and must be independently verified.
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