Welcome to Redmond
You won't find a more vibrant, beautiful, tranquil urban suburb in Washington!
Located within King County and 15 miles East of Seattle, the hospitable city of Redmond, Washington, is booming with vibrant and colorful residential activity. Nature lovers can escape the busy residential area and enjoy exploring the beautiful scenery and green space provided by mountain ranges, lake trails, and forests in regions Anderson Park and Redmond Bike Park. Redmond is a warm and temperate region with average temperatures and significant rainfall, providing the best balance for the urban-suburban lifestyle.
Redmond is an affluent neighborhood with a combination of rental and owned residential property created using family-friendly modern architecture to attract high-income earners. The city uses commercial zoning with distinct residential and business areas to ensure residents enjoy quiet suburban life away from the bustling business areas in Downtown Redmond. It has also shifted from its agriculture history into a technology and innovation hub as it hosts technology giants such as Microsoft and Nintendo.
What to Love
- Urban-suburban region with access to Seattle
- Highly rated public and private schools
- Access to giant technology brands such as Microsoft and Nintendo
- Myriad of exclusive shopping and dining options
Local Lifestyle
Redmond's urban-suburban feel mixes vibrant and hip with a calm and tranquil atmosphere. Its contrasting busy and peaceful ambiance creates the appropriate balance between a business-oriented and family-friendly experience for residents. Most Redmond residents are highly-educated and work white-collar jobs at giant technology brands such as Microsoft and Nintendo, which operate in the city. The quality of life, serene environment, social amenities, and employment centers offer great opportunities for young professionals and families in the city.
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Downtown Redmond is a vibrant and bustling city region with diverse dining, entertainment, and shopping centers. You can take a stroll around the buzzing Redmond Town Center and enjoy exploring and shopping in over 110 retail stores, including Macy's, GAP, and Starbucks.
After you're done with the shopping experience, treat yourself to mouthwatering gourmet Mexican cuisine and premium tequila and cocktails at Matador Redmond.
Woodblock is another downtown Redmond staple for those looking to have a fine dining experience from a selection of American foods and drinks. The restaurant has a diverse selection from its outstanding menu, including family-friendly dishes, brunch meals, and happy hour food and drinks. Treat yourself to ice cream at Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream to refresh on a hot summer day.
Redmond has an electric and vibrant culture that supports a clock-full of events and activities for entertainment, such as concerts at Marymoor Park. Most Marymoor concerts are open-air summer musical festivals with live band performances where residents can enjoy networking and treat themselves to local cuisines sold at food trucks.
Things to Do
You can engage in a wide range of activities and events at Redmond for entertainment. Those who love the outdoors can enjoy long walks and the magnificence of Lake Sammamish while exploring Marymoor Park. Experience outdoor fun and enjoy mouthwatering cuisines at BECU Drive-In Movies at Marymoor. If you love bike rides, enjoy cycling along the beautiful bike trails around downtown and Anderson Park.
Schools
Education is a top priority in Redmond, with several highly rated public and private schools including:
- Norman Rockwell Elementary School (K-5)
- Bellevue Big Picture School (6-12)
- Tesla STEM High School (9-12)
