Neighborhood || Sammammish

YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE TO SAMMAMISH!

First-time visitors to Sammamish are usually struck by the beautiful backdrop of green, rolling hills. Spoiler alert: that feeling never goes away. This growing suburb is bordered by Lake Sammamish to the west, Redmond to the north, Issaquah to the south, and the Snoqualmie Valley to the east. Many report that this is the perfect neighborhood to raise a family, own a house, and settle down. People who are attracted to this growing city are the kind who don’t pay attention to the weather —they swim, bike, and hike regardless of the season. The balmy summer months see every outdoor activity imaginable, including lake swimming, bird watching, waterskiing, and boating. Beaver Lake Park is a well-maintained getaway that is really more of a paradise than a public park.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN SAMMAMISH REAL ESTATE...

Sammamish is consistently a great place to live, and it receives its rightful recognition. Money Magazine recently rated Sammamish the ninth-best neighborhood in America, based on the economy, diversity, public education, cost of living, crime rates, and more. Nestled conveniently between the city and the mountains, this young city offers easy access to Seattle’s tech giants to the west and incredible hiking trails to the east. Most people drive their own cars, and commute thirty minutes on average.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE SAMMAMISH REAL ESTATE…

It is rare to find a city that cares this much about its communities, but that’s what makes Sammamish so special. The area’s public schools are well-known for being ultra-competitive in both academics and sports. In fact, Sammamish schools invest over $3,000 more per student than the U.S. average. A brand new library hosts community events and the Farmers Market that sells fresh flowers and produce during the summer months. New residents usually set down roots and get involved, which helps to build an even stronger sense of community; neighbors have enough time to get to know one another.

DINING AND SHOPPING

Sammamish Café & Spirits
La Casita Cocina Mexicana & Cantina
Big Fish Sushi
Coho Café
August Moon
Tanoor Sammamish
Jobo’s Pizza Pub
Palace Korean BBQ
Big Block Brewing
Thai Trio
Vinason Pho
You Feel Pretty
Accents Et Cetera
Williams Flower and Gift

THINGS TO DO

Lake Sammamish State Park
Soaring Eagle Park
Vasa Park
Iskcon Vedic Cultural Center
Sammamish Landing
East Lake Trail
The Evans Creek Preserve
Beaver Lake Park
Pine Lake Park
Sammamish Farmers Market
Sammamish Commons
Mighty Little Paintbrush
Marymoor Park

Overview for Sammamish, WA

66,532 people live in Sammamish, where the median age is 39.2 and the average individual income is $79,050. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

66,532

Total Population

39.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$79,050

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Sammamish, WA

Population Households Employment

Sammamish has 21,930 households, with an average household size of 3.03. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sammamish do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 66,532 people call Sammamish home. The population density is 3,257.02 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

66,532

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.2

Median Age

48.18 / 51.82%

Men vs Women

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21,930

Total Households

3.03

Average Household Size

$79,050

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Sammamish, WA

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The following schools are within or nearby Sammamish. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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