
Matthews Beach real estate.
North Seattle waterfront pocket on Lake Washington.
- Median sale price
- $725K
- Days on market
- 25
- Active listings
- 224
Live NWMLS data · zip 98125 · Jun 2026

About Matthews Beach
Matthews Beach is a small Northeast Seattle neighborhood wrapped around its namesake park on Lake Washington — the city's largest freshwater beach. The Burke-Gilman Trail passes directly through, making the area popular with cyclists and commuters.
Housing is a mix of mid-century single-family on quiet streets, with some lakefront and view homes on the higher streets. Buyers come specifically for the beach park, trail access, and a residential setting near Sand Point.
Median Sale Price
$725K
$483/sqft · 25 days on market
224 active listings · updated Jun 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; John Rogers Elementary, Jane Addams Middle School, Nathan Hale High School
Commute
20 min to downtown via I-5 or Lake City Way. 10 min to UW. Burke-Gilman Trail for biking.
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Live NWMLS listings in Matthews Beach (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 Matthews Beach real estate
- What is the median sale price in Matthews Beach?
- The current median sale price in the Matthews Beach zip code is $725K ($483 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed Jun 2026. Typical asking prices in Matthews Beach run Single-family $900K–$1.4M, view homes $1.4M–$2M, lakefront $2.5M–$5M+.
- How competitive is the Matthews Beach real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in Matthews Beach 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 Matthews Beach?
- Seattle Public Schools; 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 Matthews Beach?
- 20 min to downtown via I-5 or Lake City Way. 10 min to UW. Burke-Gilman Trail for biking.
- How do I buy or sell a home in Matthews Beach?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Matthews Beach 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 Matthews Beach? Buyers commonly compare it against these adjacent Seattle neighborhoods.
Meadowbrook
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Cedar Park
Quiet North Seattle pocket near Lake City.
Wedgwood
Established Northeast Seattle residential community with shopping and parks.
View Ridge
Established Northeast Seattle hilltop with Lake Washington views.
Lake City
North Seattle commercial and residential district along Lake City Way.