
Lake City real estate.
North Seattle commercial and residential district along Lake City Way.
- Median sale price
- $725K
- Days on market
- 25
- Active listings
- 224
Live NWMLS data · zip 98125 · Jun 2026

About Lake City
Lake City is a sprawling North Seattle district running along Lake City Way (Highway 522) from the city's eastern edge toward Shoreline. The commercial core has its own restaurants, library, and community center, while surrounding streets are quietly residential.
Housing is largely mid-century single-family on generous lots, with growing townhome and small-condo development along the arterials. Buyers come for some of the most accessible pricing in Seattle while staying inside the city.
Median Sale Price
$725K
$483/sqft · 25 days on market
224 active listings · updated Jun 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; Olympic Hills, Sacajawea, or John Rogers Elementary, Jane Addams Middle School, Nathan Hale High School
Commute
20–25 min to downtown via Lake City Way or I-5. Northgate Link station ~10 min drive. Direct bus to UW.
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Live NWMLS listings in Lake City (zip 98125), refreshed hourly.
Active1 day on market$925,000
MLS# 253130910749 30th Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
4 bd2 ba2,070 sqftListing courtesy of Da Li International Realty LLC
Active1 day on market$739,950
MLS# 252847311556 17th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
2 bd1 ba940 sqftListing courtesy of Real Property Associates
Active2 days on market$659,000
MLS# 252268513325 19th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
2 bd1 ba910 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.
ActiveNew today$235,000
MLS# 25294073024 Ne 143rd Street #301
Seattle, WA 98125
1 bd1 baListing courtesy of Keller Williams North Seattle
Active2 days on market$725,000
MLS# 251472513709 39th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd1 ba1,500 sqftListing courtesy of Summit Properties NW LLC
ActiveNew today$950,000
MLS# 251604611040 40th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd1 ba2,050 sqftListing courtesy of RE/MAX Northwest
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
Common questions about Lake City real estate
- What is the median sale price in Lake City?
- The current median sale price in the Lake City zip code is $725K ($483 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed Jun 2026. Typical asking prices in Lake City run Townhomes $550K–$800K, single-family $700K–$1.1M, updated and larger homes $1.1M–$1.5M.
- How competitive is the Lake City real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in Lake City is currently 25 days, with 224 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Jun 2026. Buyers generally have time to evaluate properties without same-day pressure, though best-in-class homes still attract competition.
- Which schools serve Lake City?
- Seattle Public Schools; Olympic Hills, Sacajawea, or John Rogers Elementary, Jane Addams Middle School, Nathan Hale High School. School attendance areas are reviewed annually by the district — verify your exact address at seattleschools.org/admissions before relying on assignments for a purchase decision.
- What is the commute like from Lake City?
- 20–25 min to downtown via Lake City Way or I-5. Northgate Link station ~10 min drive. Direct bus to UW.
- How do I buy or sell a home in Lake City?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Lake City and the broader Seattle market. For buyers, we provide curated active listings, off-market opportunities, and a tailored offer strategy. For sellers, we prepare an agent-reviewed valuation and a custom listing plan. Reach the team via the contact links on this page.
Nearby Seattle neighborhoods
Considering Lake City? Buyers commonly compare it against these adjacent Seattle neighborhoods.
Cedar Park
Quiet North Seattle pocket near Lake City.
Meadowbrook
Quiet Northeast Seattle residential community.
Olympic Hills
Quiet North Seattle residential community.
Matthews Beach
North Seattle waterfront pocket on Lake Washington.
Jackson Park
North Seattle residential pocket adjacent to its golf course.