
Lake City real estate.
North Seattle commercial and residential district along Lake City Way.
- Median sale price
- $750K
- Days on market
- 7
- Active listings
- 162
MLS GRID / NWMLS market data · zip 98125 · Aug 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
$750K
7 days on market · 4.9 mo supply
162 active listings · updated Aug 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.
ActiveNew today$875,000
MLS# 256774310303 15th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd2 ba1,560 sqftListing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Active2 days on market$299,950
MLS# 256880810501 8th Avenue Ne #209
Seattle, WA 98125
2 bd1 baListing courtesy of Lions Realty Group
Active3 days on market$1,200,000
MLS# 256832110345 36th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd2.25 ba1,770 sqftListing courtesy of Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue
Active3 days on market$795,000
MLS# 256840313041 25th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd1.75 ba1,210 sqftListing courtesy of Best Choice Network LLC
Active4 days on market$700,000
MLS# 25687081036 Ne 102nd Street #b
Seattle, WA 98125
2 bd1.25 baListing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain
Active3 days on market$799,998
MLS# 256891612520 24th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd1.75 ba1,102 sqftListing courtesy of COMPASS
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 $750K, based on the most recent NWMLS market data refreshed Aug 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 7 days, with 162 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Aug 2026. Inventory turns very quickly — well-priced homes routinely receive multiple offers within the first week.
- 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.