Homes for sale — Innis Arden, Shoreline
Innis Arden homes for sale — Shoreline's gated enclave with Olympic Mountain views.
Innis Arden is one of the most sought-after private communities in north King County — a gated neighborhood on Shoreline's Puget Sound bluff defined by large wooded lots, unobstructed Olympic views, and architectural controls that have preserved its character for generations. Homes here trade from $1.2M to $3M+, often off-market, and require a buyer's agent who knows the neighborhood before properties are publicly listed.
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Adriano Tori
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Adriano leads RexMont Real Estate — the most-reviewed real estate brokerage in Seattle and the Eastside. 1,200+ closed transactions, $1B+ in production, and 1,235 five-star Google reviews.
Market context
Why buyers choose Innis Arden over Mercer Island and Yarrow Point.
Innis Arden offers a level of privacy and exclusivity that's rare anywhere in the Seattle metro at comparable price points. The gated entry, private road system, and HOA architectural controls mean the neighborhood maintains a consistent aesthetic that's difficult to find outside of communities like Mercer Island or Yarrow Point — but Innis Arden often comes in 20–35% below those east-side alternatives for comparable lot sizes and view exposure.
The view story is the dominant purchase driver. Bluff-positioned homes in Innis Arden capture Puget Sound and the full Olympic Mountain range from a vantage that rivals waterfront properties elsewhere in the county — without the maintenance burden of tidelands or bulkheads. Lot sizes run large, many over half an acre, giving buyers the space and tree coverage that urban Seattle neighborhoods simply can't offer.
The buyer pool for Innis Arden is specific: executives and professionals who want privacy and prestige, downsizers from larger Eastside estates who want to simplify without sacrificing quality, and buyers who've priced out Mercer Island and discovered that Innis Arden delivers a comparable lifestyle at a meaningfully lower entry point. If that profile fits your search, RexMont's early-access program is the best way to see inventory before it hits the public market.
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Service area at a glance
RexMont represents buyers and sellers across these Seattle and Eastside markets. Click any city for the full local guide.
Bellevue, WA
ZIPs: 98004 · 98005 · 98006 · 98007 · 98008
Schools: Bellevue SD
Medina, WA
ZIP: 98039
Schools: Bellevue SD
Clyde Hill, WA
ZIP: 98004
Schools: Bellevue SD
Mercer Island, WA
ZIP: 98040
Schools: Mercer Island SD
Kirkland, WA
ZIPs: 98033 · 98034
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Redmond, WA
ZIPs: 98052 · 98053
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Sammamish, WA
ZIPs: 98074 · 98075
Schools: Lake Washington / Issaquah SD
Issaquah, WA
ZIPs: 98027 · 98029
Schools: Issaquah SD
Newcastle, WA
ZIPs: 98056 · 98059
Schools: Renton SD
Woodinville, WA
ZIPs: 98072 · 98077
Schools: Northshore SD
Kenmore, WA
ZIP: 98028
Schools: Northshore SD
Seattle, WA
ZIPs: 98101 · 98109 · 98112 · 98115 · 98118
Schools: Seattle Public Schools
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FAQ
Questions buyers and sellers ask first.
What makes Innis Arden one of the most exclusive communities in north King County?
Innis Arden is a private, gated community on the Puget Sound shoreline of Shoreline, WA, known for its wooded acreage lots, unobstructed Olympic Mountain and Sound views, and a strict HOA with architectural controls that has preserved the neighborhood's character for decades. Unlike most Seattle-area neighborhoods, Innis Arden limits through-traffic, maintains private roads, and enforces design standards — which is why homes here command significant premiums over comparable Shoreline properties.
What is the price range for homes in Innis Arden?
Innis Arden homes typically range from approximately $1.2M to $3M+, with price driven primarily by view tier. Homes with unobstructed Olympic Mountain and Puget Sound views from the bluff command the highest premiums. Wooded interior lots with partial views or no water view trade at the lower end of the range. Waterfront-access parcels are rare and can exceed $3M when they come to market.
What schools serve Innis Arden?
Innis Arden is served by the Shoreline School District. Elementary-age children typically attend Innis Arden Elementary, then feed into Albert Einstein Middle School, and on to Shorewood High School. Shoreline School District consistently ranks among the stronger north King County public school systems and has a well-regarded International Baccalaureate program at Shorewood.
How does the Innis Arden HOA work and what should buyers know?
The Innis Arden Community Club governs the neighborhood and enforces CC&Rs (covenants, conditions, and restrictions) covering architectural changes, landscaping standards, and property use. Before closing, buyers receive a full HOA disclosure package including financials, meeting minutes, and the CC&Rs. Annual dues fund road maintenance, common area upkeep, and community amenities. Buyers planning additions or exterior modifications should review the architectural approval process carefully before closing.
Can RexMont Real Estate help me buy a home in Innis Arden?
Yes. RexMont represents buyers throughout Shoreline and north King County, including Innis Arden. Because inventory in Innis Arden is limited — often fewer than 10 homes per year — early access to listings and seller-side relationships matter enormously. Our agents monitor the neighborhood closely and work off-market leads, which is often how Innis Arden transactions happen before a home ever hits the MLS. With 1,235 Google 5-star reviews and $1B+ in closed production, we have the track record and network to compete for scarce inventory.
Ready to buy in Innis Arden? RexMont knows this market.
Innis Arden homes move quickly and often before public listing. RexMont's early-access program and established seller-side relationships in north King County give our buyers a meaningful advantage in this low-inventory community. With 1,235 Google 5-star reviews and over $1B in closed production, we have the reputation and the network to get you through the door first.
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