Homes for Sale in Lynnwood, WA

Lynnwood is a medium-sized city north of Seattle popular for its safe, walkable streets, great shopping centers, and proximity to popular Western Washington sites. Here are some of the main reasons why people look for homes for sale in Lynnwood, WA.

• Families enjoy Lynnwood for its highly ranked elementary and high schools, as well as its nearly 300 acres of park and green spaces.
• Empty nesters and couples enjoy Lynnwood for its close proximity to the Puget Sound, and its convenient location near popular vacation spots like Whidbey and Camano Island.
• Professionals appreciate Lynnwood for its reasonable commutes, affordable housing options and the many, nearby destinations, great for day trips or weekends away.

Location

Lynnwood is a small city about 17 miles north of downtown Seattle. It is bordered by Mukilteo and Everett to the north, Mill Creek and Bothell to the east, Mountlake Terrace and Brier to the south and Edmonds to the west. Popular neighborhoods in Lynnwood include: Lake Serene and Meadowdale.

About the Homes For Sale in Lynnwood, WA

There are a variety of styles of home in the city of Lynwood including: cottages, 50s and 60s-style ramblers, as well as more modern houses and townhomes.

Many homes for sale in Lynwood, WA are situated on big lots with large, well-maintained yards.

Single Family Homes in Lynnwood, WA

• 54 homes are currently listed for sale in Lynnwood WA.
• 517 single family homes sold and closed in the last 12 months.
• Prices - $836,500 was the median closing price in the last 6 months.
• Sizes - 1,985 SQFT was the median home size.

Please see our Lynnwood listings page for updates on a daily basis.

Condos and Condo Buildings

There are many freestanding homes developed as condos within Lynnwood. Many of these condos are located on the north side of the city, with a few condos clustered around downtown Lynnwood.

Condos

• 35 condos are currently listed for sale in Lynnwood WA.
• In the last year, there were 249 condos sold and closed.

Please see Lynnwood condos for more information on condos and complexes in Lynnwood.

New Home Construction in Lynnwood

There are many new homes available in Lynnwood each year. The majority of these homes are located in new home communities like: Creekside Grove, Ladera and Oak Ridge. 

New Construction Single Family Homes

• 9 new homes are currently listed for sale in Lynnwood WA.
• 12 new single family homes sold and closed in the last 12 months.
• Prices - $1,395,000 was the median closing price in the last 6 months.
• Sizes - 3,060 SQFT was the median home size.

New Construction Condos

• 5 new condos are currently listed for sale in Lynnwood WA.
• In the last year, there were 105 new condos sold and closed.

Please see our Lynnwood new homes page for updates on a daily basis.

Schools in Lynnwood, WA

Lynnwood is served by the Edmonds Public School District. Elementary schools include:

• Lynnwood Elementary
• Spruce Elementary
• Hazelwood Elementary

Middle schools in the area include:

• Alderwood Middle School
• Meadowdale Middle School

And high schools include:

• Lynnwood High School
• Mountlake Terrace High School
• Meadowdale High School

In addition to public schools, Lynnwood also has many private school options, like:

• St. Thomas More Parish school (Pre-K-8)
• Soundview School (Pre-K-8)
• Cedar Park Christian School (6-12)

Activities, Parks & Recreation

For a small city, Lynnwood has a diverse range of recreational activities for residents and guests to choose from.

One of the city's most popular activities is a trip to Alderwood, the city's biggest shopping mall. Many come from long distances to visit the indoor-outdoor mall, which has more than 150 stores and restaurants. Alderwood also has two movie theaters.

For those that enjoy spending a day outside, Lynnwood also has many unique, local parks. North Lynnwood Park is one that caters to children and families. The park has both a regular and an aquatic playground, covered seating areas and large grassy fields, perfect for picnics. Scriber Lake Park is another park located in Lynnwood. Situated over wetlands, Scribner has a large floating boardwalk for guests as well as 1 mile of walking trails. 

Heritage Park is another great destination for visitors. The park houses many historical buildings from the early 20th century, including the Wicker's Building, an old general store and post office. A century-old interurban train can also be spotted at Heritage Park. 

The Lynnwood Recreation Center is another great community hub. The Center has recreation and lap pools, fitness studios and multi-purpose classrooms.

Shopping & Restaurants

• Alderwood (Shopping Mall)
• Stricker's Cafe
• Cask and Trotter BBQ
• Lynnwood Crossroads (Shopping Center)

Getting Around Lynnwood, WA

Downtown Lynnwood is just a few minutes' drive from I-5, a state route that runs north to south. This provides fairly quick access to the University of Washington, as well as downtown Seattle. Likewise, Lynnwood is situated very close to I-405. This runs north and south on the eastside of Lake Washington. This freeway would be the best option for those commuting from Lynnwood to Bellevue or Redmond.

Lynnwood is also about 10 minutes from the Edmonds-Kingston Ferry.

Common Commute Times (by car)

• Downtown Seattle - 23 mins
• University of Washington - 23 mins
• South Lake Union (Amazon) -21 mins
• Downtown Bellevue - 26 mins
• Kirkland - 23 mins
• Redmond - 27 mins

Lynnwood, WA Real Estate Agent

Have specific questions and want help from a friendly area expect? Contact Shawn today!

Shawn Perry

Windermere Real Estate / North, Inc

(425) 772-6172

shawnperry@windermere.com