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Bothell WA Real Estate
Find Your Home in One of Snohomish County's Most Sought-After Communities
Bothell is a city of roughly 48,000 people that straddles the King-Snohomish County line, sitting at the northern end of Lake Washington and about 14 miles northeast of downtown Seattle. The city's character ranges from the walkable, revitalized downtown along Main Street to large-lot homes in the surrounding hills, with quick access to Interstate 405, Interstate 5, and the Bothell-Everett Highway.
Bothell consistently attracts a mix of buyers who want both Seattle and Eastside reach: tech professionals commuting to Microsoft, Google, and the Bellevue corridor, families drawn by the Northshore School District, and downsizing empty nesters who want a connected community with newer downtown amenities. The University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College share a campus on the city's south side, which keeps a steady supply of younger renters and first-time buyers in the area.
If you're considering Bothell as a buyer or already own here and are thinking about a sale, I can walk you through how the King County side of the city differs from the Snohomish County side, which streets are zoned to which schools, and how recent comps are trending. I've closed transactions in Bothell and the surrounding communities consistently over the past 20+ years.
Bothell is large and varied enough that the area you choose meaningfully shapes daily life. Established and notable areas include:
Schools in Bothell
The Northshore School District serves most of Bothell and is one of the higher-performing districts in Washington State. The district includes North Creek High School, Bothell High School, and Inglemoor High School, each with its own attendance area. Because Bothell crosses county lines, the exact school assignment depends on the specific address, even for homes a few blocks apart. I can map a target school to a target neighborhood before you make an offer.
Parks and Recreation
Bothell punches well above its size on green space. The Sammamish River Trail runs through the city and connects to a broader regional trail network that reaches Marymoor Park in Redmond. Blyth Park sits along the river with a popular playground, sports fields, and river access. The Bothell Landing complex includes a historic district and walking paths. Wallace Falls State Park is a short drive east for hiking and waterfalls.
Commute and Major Employers
Bothell's appeal is heavily commute-driven. From most parts of the city, expect roughly 25 to 40 minutes to downtown Seattle off-peak, 15 to 25 minutes to Bellevue and Kirkland via I-405, and 15 to 20 minutes to Everett. The Canyon Park employment area is the largest in-city employment hub, with significant biotech and tech presence. Microsoft, Amazon, Google (with a Kirkland campus), Boeing, T-Mobile, and AT&T are among the major employers within reasonable commuting distance. The Sound Transit Lynnwood Link Extension station in Lynnwood, just north of Bothell, has changed commute math for buyers who prefer rail.
Dining and Shopping
Downtown Bothell is the social heart of the community, with restaurants, breweries, and McMenamins Anderson School (a converted historic schoolhouse) anchoring Main Street. Country Village offers a cluster of small independent shops and seasonal markets. For larger shopping, Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood and the Bellevue and Kirkland retail corridors are all 15 to 25 minutes away.
Bothell sits at the northern end of Lake Washington, straddling the King-Snohomish County line. It's about 14 miles northeast of downtown Seattle and roughly 15 miles north of Bellevue. Interstate 405, Interstate 5, and the Bothell-Everett Highway all provide direct access.
Bothell has a population of roughly 48,000 with about 18,700 households.
Bothell consistently ranks among the more livable communities in the Puget Sound area. Strong schools (Northshore District), a revitalized walkable downtown, excellent commute access to both Seattle and the Eastside, and abundant trail and park access all contribute.
Most of Bothell falls within the Northshore School District, which serves Bothell High School, North Creek High School, and Inglemoor High School. The specific attendance area depends on the address. A small portion of southern Bothell falls within the Northshore lines for the Lake Washington School District. Verify by exact address.
Bothell's price range varies widely. Townhomes and condos near downtown typically run lower, while larger single-family homes in established hills neighborhoods reach the high end. Becca Locke can provide current, address-specific comp data on request.
Recognized areas include Downtown Bothell, Canyon Park, North Creek, and the established hills above downtown. Because Bothell crosses two counties, neighborhood character varies significantly across the city.
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