Eastside Cities: Bellevue

The largest city on the Eastside and the fifth largest in the state, Bellevue is a city committed to preserving its quality of life by fostering a strong sense of community - one filled with arts, music, and family spirit, keeps its citizens connected and ensures a healthy and vibrant future economy.

Bellevue incorporates 31 square miles between the pristine waters of Lake Sammamish and Lake Washington. Quiet wooded neighborhoods and parks flourish between high-rise office complexes, elegant retail shops, and new condominiums.

Downtown Bellevue is truly the urban heart of the Eastside. It is a collage of high-rises, public parks, museums, and excellent shopping, which include Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square, arguably the shopping capital of the Northwest. Recently constructed apartments, condominiums, and office towers are attracting new residents and businesses to the area.

Bellevue has approximately 2,000 acres of parklands, trails, open spaces, and wetlands. Sixty-six park sites offer activities ranging from a working farm and play areas, to waterfalls and wildlife habitat. Recreational trails connect Lake Sammamish east of Bellevue to Lake Washington on the west. Its people are committed to education and Bellevue schools consistently rank among Washington's best. A large percentage of Bellevue high school graduates plan to attend college and average SAT scores continue to increase.

Bellevue's population, right around 117,000, is projected to continue its upward trend. This population is becoming increasingly diverse, reflecting the city's status as a growing metropolis and international economic center. Income levels here are well above the King County average, and more than 30 percent higher than the Puget Sound regional average.

Bellevue offers a diverse choice in housing to suit any lifestyle: from stunning waterfront estates to suburban ramblers to downtown condominiums. New home construction leans toward larger, more expensive homes. On the hills southeast of downtown Bellevue lies one of King County's first planned residential areas, the neighborhood of Newport Hills. It offers a thriving commercial center, including Factoria Square Mall, as well as a multitude of single and multi-family housing options. Although annexed by Bellevue in 1993, Newport Hills continues to retain its small town feel.

Apartment complexes and small 1960-ish homes dominate the Crossroads and Lake Hills neighborhoods. These neighborhoods contain some of Bellevue's most reasonably priced homes. Crossroads Shopping Center is the people-packed heart of this area. It is full of ethnic and folk music, cultural events, and the smells of global cuisine.

Median Sold Prices 2007: Homes $710,000; Condos $327,400

(Information obtained from NWMLS)

To learn more about Bellevue, Washington visit their website: http://www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/

For information please visit the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce Website.

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