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About Bellevue, Washington

Located just a few miles east of Seattle, the city of Bellevue spans 31 square miles between Lake Sammamish and Lake Washington and is surrounded by picturesque mountains in every direction. Bellevue is the largest city on the Eastside and the second largest in King County with an estimated population of 107,000 that is projected to trend upward.

Bellevue, Washington offers several housing choices to suit any lifestyle. Homebuyers can select from waterfront estates, to condos in the heart of the city, and even suburban ramblers. Many of the homes in Bellevue, Washington have beautiful views of lakes, mountains, parks and open spaces. Bellevue also has many recreational facilities for everyone to enjoy, as well as quality schools and easy access to freeways. Because of this city's strong economy and well paying jobs, Bellevue has become one of the hottest housing and rental markets nationwide.

Home ownership in Bellevue, Washington is high, and the city's overall growth in incomes has placed it well above the county average. Bellevue has a higher regional cost index than the national average, but it still remains an affordable place to live. Recent data suggests that Bellevue's average household income is about 30% higher than the median household income for the region, and significantly higher than the county average.

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