Issaquah Real Estate

The King County city of Issaquah is quickly emerging as the eastside's top choice for commercial and corporate development. Once a logging and mining village, the area is rapidly growing, spurring construction of planned residential communities and business parks. High-tech giants like Microsoft and Siemens Medical Systems have office space here, and retailers are flocking to Issaquah to capitalize on the boom.

Conveniently located off the I- 90 corridor, Issaquah is less than 20 miles east of Seattle. This suburban community has developed big city amenities while maintaining small town friendliness. Builders have managed to preserve the natural setting of Issaquah, creating aesthetic beauty in every direction.

Issaquah is surrounded by mountainous wonders. The Cougar, Tiger, and Squak mountains are known as the “Issaquah Alps.” Situated at the base of the Cascades, these mountains offer endless outdoor recreational opportunities for Issaquah residents and visitors.

Gilman Boulevard is the city center of Issaquah, offering shops, offices, galleries, and dining facilities. Gilman Village is a picturesque shopping destination that attracts many visitors. For a glimpse of Issaquah past, the downtown area along Front Street has retained much of its old-time charm.

Issaquah real estate tends to run on the high end, although older homes or small houses can still be found in the $300,000's. If you want a three-bedroom, two bath home with 2,000 or more square feet of living space, be prepared to spend $425,000 or more. The average sales price for a home in Issaquah was $462,738 in February 2006. The Issaquah Highlands is a significant residential development with several distinct neighborhoods, more than 3,000 homes, and a massive retail center. Issaquah real estate isn't cheap in the Highlands; three-bedroom, two-bath condominiums start around $277,000.

Other developments with similar retail support can be found throughout the Issaquah area. And custom homes play a significant role in the Issaquah real estate market as well.

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