Kirkland

Nestled along the eastern shores of Lake Washington, downtown Kirkland offers a relaxed waterfront lifestyle with easy access to big-city opportunities. A short drive across the floating 520 bridge and you’re in Seattle and 5 minutes from Bellevue, it’s ideal for commuters who want convenience without sacrificing charm.

Downtown Kirkland has a distinctly European, walkable feel. Residents can stroll to waterfront parks, cafés, boutiques, Kirkland Urban mall, and everyday essentials like PCC Community Markets, QFC, and Metropolitan Market. It’s easy to live locally here—morning coffee, groceries, dinner out, and sunset by the water are all within reach.

Outdoor living is part of daily life. The scenic Cross Kirkland Corridor offers miles of trails for walking, biking, and commuting, connecting neighborhoods and parks for miles. Bridle Trails State Park is a wooded escape to enjoy its trails all year around on foot or on horseback. or mushroom hunting.

With top-rated schools, welcoming neighborhoods, a Google campus with a community park, pickleball and sport courts, and housing options ranging from modern condos to luxury waterfront homes, Kirkland delivers a balanced lifestyle that feels vibrant, connected, and refreshingly down to earth.