Get Acquainted with Redmond, Know Your Neighborhoods

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Are you considering a move to Redmond,Washington? Or perhaps you are a new resident looking to get acquainted with your surroundings? Either way, this guide will help you navigate everything you need to know about living in Redmond - from the city's overview to popular neighborhoods and the cost of living.

Redmond City Overview

Redmond, WA, is known for being the headquarters of Microsoft and Nintendo of America. Located east of Seattle, Redmond is home to around 74,000 residents. An interesting fact about Redmond is that The Evergreen Point Floating Bridge is the longest floating bridge in the world. Another interesting fact about Redmond is that it is known as the "Bicycle Capital of the Northwest" because it has an annual bike race on city streets.

Popular Neighborhoods in and around Redmond

If you are looking to buy a house or rent a place, it's important to know the popular neighborhoods and their property values. Here are some popular neighborhoods in and around Redmond:

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• Grass Lawn: This neighborhood has a median sale price of $892,250 and a compete score of 87/100.
• Education Hill: This neighborhood has a median sale price of $1,404,000 and a compete score of 90/100.
• Bridle Trails: This neighborhood has a median sale price of $1,600,000 and a compete score of 81/100.
• Northeast Bellevue
• North Rose Hill

What is there to do in Redmond,Washington?

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Redmond, WA is home to many enjoyable activities like watching the sunset at one of its many parks, to enjoying a bite to eat at fan-favorite restaurants. Redmond has a lot of popular museums including Microsoft Visitor Center, Microsoft Museum, and Real Life Exhibit Seattle, all of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. There's a rich arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Marymoor Amphitheatre and Redmond Performing Arts Center. Home to Marymoor Dog Park, Marymoor Park, and Grass Lawn Park, there are plenty of parks where you can spend a relaxing morning. There are a variety of unique eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in the city. Don't miss out on local favorites like Bai Tong Thai Restaurant, Stone Korean Restaurant, and Pho Hoa Restaurant.

Redmond Migration Trends

In Jun '23 - Aug '23, 19% of Redmond homebuyers searched to move out of Redmond, while 81% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.

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Where are people moving to Redmond from?

• Across the nation, 4% of homebuyers searched to move into Redmond from outside metros.
• Louisville homebuyers searched to move into Redmond more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Los Angeles.

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