
Matthews Beach real estate.
North Seattle waterfront pocket on Lake Washington.
- Median sale price
- $745K
- Days on market
- 7
- Active listings
- 141
MLS GRID / NWMLS market 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
$745K
7 days on market · 4.7 mo supply
141 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.
ActiveNew today$598,000
MLS# 25325191017 Ne 123rd Street #c
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd2 ba1,406 sqftListing courtesy of Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC
ActiveNew today$1,198,000
MLS# 254084911739 40th Avenue Ne #a
Seattle, WA 98125
4 bd2 ba2,494 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.
ActiveNew today$960,000
MLS# 254138511527 39th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
4 bd2 ba1,620 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.
Active1 day on market$1,050,000
MLS# 254083511048 23rd Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
3 bd1.5 ba2,420 sqftListing courtesy of KW Greater Seattle
Active1 day on market$675,000
MLS# 253916811557 8th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
4 bd2 ba1,600 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Central
Active2 days on market$675,000
MLS# 253917411557 8th Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
0 bd0 baListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Central
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 $745K, based on the most recent NWMLS market 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 7 days, with 141 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Jun 2026. Inventory turns very quickly — well-priced homes routinely receive multiple offers within the first week.
- 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.