Seattle, Washington
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King County · Western Washington

SEATTLE

The Emerald City itself

Median Home Price*≈ $880K
Population~755,000
The VibeBig city, neighborhood-driven
Getting AroundYou're already there
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The Real Story

Living in Seattle

Tech capital of the Northwest — world-class amenities, neighborhood variety, and the prices to match.

*Figures are approximate estimates for orientation only. Contact James for current market data on Seattle.

Get to Know It

Things to Do & Places to Be

Pike Place Market🌊 On the Water

Pike Place Market

The iconic public market on the waterfront.

Seattle Center & Space Needle🌲 Outdoors

Seattle Center & Space Needle

MoPOP, Chihuly Garden, and the Needle.

Discovery Park🌊 On the Water

Discovery Park

534 acres of bluff, beach, and forest.

🌊 On the Water

Waterfront & Pike Place

Aquarium, piers, and the new waterfront park.

For Families

Neighborhoods & Schools

Where People Live

  • Ballard, Fremont, Wallingford Walkable north-of-ship-canal favorites.
  • Capitol Hill & Queen Anne Dense, central, and view-rich.
  • West Seattle Beach town feel with the Fauntleroy ferry.

Schools

School districts shown for orientation — verify current ratings and boundaries for any specific address. James can help you map homes to schools.

Local Links

Official Seattle Resources

Straight to the source — government, schools, healthcare, and getting around. Every link goes to the official site.

Seattle — Common Questions

How much does it cost to buy a home in Seattle?

The median home price in Seattle runs about $880K. That's an orientation figure only — prices move constantly, so ask James for current Seattle numbers before you plan around it.

What's the commute from Seattle like?

You're already there.

What school district serves Seattle?

Seattle is served by Seattle Public Schools. Ratings and boundaries change, so verify the assigned schools for any specific address — James can map homes to schools for you.

Where's the nearest hospital to Seattle?

The nearest full-service hospital is Harborview Medical Center (UW Medicine). Confirm your insurance network and current services for any specific need.

What is there to do in Seattle?

Local favorites include Pike Place Market, Seattle Center & Space Needle, Discovery Park, and Waterfront & Pike Place — and that's just the short list.

Your Guide on the Ground

Thinking about Seattle? Let's talk.

Tell us a little about your move and James will follow up personally — no pressure, no spam. Whether you're six weeks or two years out, you'll get straight answers about neighborhoods, prices, and timing from a broker who lives here.

James Bergstrom
James Bergstrom
Owner/Broker · Paramount Real Estate Group
(360) 286-5098 · jamesbergstrom.com
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