I know Kirkland well - Eve and I lived in the area before we moved to Duvall in 2018. Kirkland's downtown waterfront on Lake Washington is one of the most walkable and charming in the entire region. Art galleries, restaurants, beaches, and the Cross Kirkland Corridor trail system make it a lifestyle destination.
The median home price sits around $1.2M, with enormous range depending on neighborhood. Waterfront properties in Houghton or Yarrow Point can exceed $5M. Totem Lake condos start in the $500Ks. Google's growing campus has added tech employment and pushed prices in the north end.
Kirkland's strength is its blend of urban convenience, lake access, and strong schools (Lake Washington School District). Its weakness: price per square foot makes it tough for growing families who need more space.
That's exactly why many Kirkland residents end up calling me. They love the Eastside but need more house and more land than Kirkland can offer at their budget. Duvall is 25 minutes east, and their Kirkland equity stretches dramatically further.
If you're weighing Kirkland vs. the SnoValley, I've made that exact move myself and can give you the honest comparison.
Buddy Buck
eXp Realty · Duvall, WA
23 years. 55 closings. $42.16M sold. 100.56% sold-to-list. 42 five-star reviews. Lives in Duvall with Eve, Roxy, and Parker.
(253) 576-8878
