Kirkland

Waterfront living with a walkable soul

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Kirkland Overview

Kirkland blends a charming waterfront downtown with a fast-growing tech scene. With boutique shops, lakefront parks, and quick access to Seattle and the Eastside, it offers a balanced lifestyle for professionals and families alike.

Maggie Sun is a top real estate agent in Krikland The Kirkland housing market is very competitive: homes receive ~1 offer on average and sell in around 22 days. Median sale price was $1.3M last month (-8.9% YoY). Median price per square foot: $683 (-4.7% YoY).

Population

91,614 (2023)

Median Household Income

$143,533 (2023)

Homeownership Rate

61.9% (2023)

Median Home Price

$1,300,000

Top Employers

Google (Kirkland campus), EvergreenHealth, INRIX, Bluetooth SIG, Ziply Fiber.

Neighborhoods & Lifestyle

Top Kirkland Neighborhoods

Downtown / Moss Bay

Walkable waterfront core, dining, condo & townhome options

Juanita

Parks & beaches, mix of townhomes/condos/SF homes

Houghton

Close to 520, lake views, established single-family streets

Norkirk

Near downtown & schools, classic craftsman homes

Highlands

Quiet residential feel, trail access & community parks

What Makes Kirkland Special

Lakefront lifestyle – Beaches, marinas, and sunset strolls on Lake Washington

Tech energy – Major engineering hub presence (Google Kirkland campus)

Regional healthcare – EvergreenHealth medical center in Kirkland

Trails & parks – Waterfront paths, Juanita Beach & Cross-Kirkland Corridor

Boutique downtown – Local shops, cafes, art, and year-round events

Schools & Education

School
Level
Rating
Notes
International Community School (Kirkland)
Middle / High (Choice)
Highly rated magnet
Grades 6–12; rigorous college-prep focus
Lake Washington High School
High School
Strong academics & AP
Project Lead The Way; college-readiness focus
Juanita High School
High School
AP & Cambridge pathways
Broad electives; athletics & activities
Kirkland Middle School
Middle
Top 10% statewide (PSR)
STEM/PLTW; strong proficiency metrics
Lakeview Elementary
Elementary
Well-rated neighborhood school
Gifted/Highly Capable offerings

Kirkland is primarily served by the Lake Washington School District (LWSD), one of Washington’s top-performing districts. For 2025–26, LWSD reports ~30,882 students across ~57 schools and top-tier academic outcomes.

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