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Lake Sammamish

Home to wide-open green spaces and a beautiful lake, it has become an extremely popular suburban beach location

Welcome to Lake Sammamish

A centrally located, lakeside town close to parks
 
Created by glacial activity, Lake Sammamish is a seven-mile-long and 1.5-mile wide lake less than 30 minutes from Seattle. Sandwiched between Marymoor Park to the north and Lake Sammamish State Park to the south, the lake offers many recreational activities for residents of the community centered around it. From water skiing and jet skiing to swimming and fishing, there is something for everyone at Lake Sammamish.
 
Home to wide-open green spaces and a beautiful lake, Lake Sammamish has become an extremely popular suburban beach location. Centrally located for every necessity and pet-friendly, the Lake Sammamish community is a great place to build a home.

What to Love

  • Central location
  • Access to several parks
  • Peaceful with a friendly atmosphere

Local Lifestyle

With a small-town feel and breathtaking views, residents enjoy tranquility on the lake and a host of water activities. Fishing enthusiasts, jet skiers, picnickers, swimmers, boaters, and nature lovers alike find their hobbies readily available. In addition to the peaceful atmosphere, Lake Sammamish also offers a friendly, lively community.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Issaquah Cafe delights its guests with superb food and a classic decor based on the 1940s. They serve a classical diner breakfast and lunch in a cozy, homey atmosphere, as the cafe is dedicated to embracing the culture and history of the community. 
In Downtown Issaquah, Montalcino Ristorante Italiano is dedicated to gourmet Italian cuisine, from the food to the design. It offers a selection of great wines. Reservations are preferred to give customers the best possible experience. Using only high-quality, fresh, authentic ingredients, the restaurant provides an elegant, delicious experience.
Simple but flavorful, Garlic Crush offers Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food that is delicious, fast, fresh, and healthy. With a friendly atmosphere and open-flame cooking, the restaurant’s menu, which includes sandwiches, salads, kebabs, gyros, and vegetarian options, is always cooked to order.
From May through September, the Sammamish Farmers' Market opens every Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. A one-stop location for everything, including flowers, plant starters, fruit trees, food items, and fresh produce, the market is an essential part of the community and a great source of fresh food. In addition, crafters are coming to the market in 2022.

Things to Do

The Lake Sammamish State Park spreads across 6,858 feet of the incredible Lake Sammamish waterfront and covers 512 acres. With wetlands, lakefront beaches, biking and hiking trails, and deciduous forests, the park provides a variety of beautiful landscapes. There is a great blue heron rookery for the bird watchers and a salmon-bearing creek for people who enjoy fishing.
Seattle’s only mountain bike adventure is the Seattle Mountain Bike Tours, which take guests through the forests of the Cascade Mountains. Great for professionals and new mountain bikers alike, each tour is tailored to each customer. Bikes, safety equipment, transportation, drinks, snacks, and lunch are all provided.
As one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading producers of musical theater, Village Theatre has been creating quality entertainment since 1979. Having supported the creation of over 175 new musicals, the Theatre is nationally recognized and one of the region’s best-attended theaters. Its youth education programs serve over 56,000 young people annually.
Mountain Gurus, a mountain guide service, was founded in 2008 and specializes in Seven Summits, worldwide treks, and international expeditions. The guides have extensive experience in climbing and exploring remote places and are highly-skilled professionals, providing a safe and informative experience. The Mountain Gurus is based in Issaquah, Washington.

Schools

The Bellevue School District serves Lake Sammamish. Top schools include:

Featured Properties

Browse the available properties in the area below.

For Sale
MLS® 2047039
Provided by NWMLS, COMPASS

$75,000,000

Undisclosed Address, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
11 Beds 13 Baths 13,109 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2031546
Provided by NWMLS, COMPASS

$39,800,000

Undisclosed Address, Mercer Island, WA 98040
8 Beds 10 Baths 12,623 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2005307
Provided by NWMLS, Coldwell Banker Bain

$28,000,000

0 NE Union Hill Road, Redmond, WA 98053
For Sale
MLS® 1911304
Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Real Estate Co.

$26,000,000

905 Shoreland Drive SE, Bellevue, WA 98004
6 Beds 7 Baths 11,104 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2014137
Provided by NWMLS, Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

$25,000,000

1500 42nd Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
3 Beds 6 Baths 8,360 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2050575
Provided by NWMLS, Hayden Outdoors LLC

$25,000,000

33023 RS Undisclosed, Yelm, WA 98597
3 Beds 4 Baths 3,644 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1857742
Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Real Estate Midtown

$21,000,000

5422 Shilshole Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98107
For Sale
MLS® 2014561
Provided by NWMLS, RE/MAX Parkside Affiliates

$19,950,000

2001 Tumwater Boulevard SW, Tumwater, WA 98512
For Sale
MLS® 1767376
Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

$18,500,000

0 Bakerview Road W, Bellingham, WA 98225
For Sale
MLS® 2043471
Provided by NWMLS, COMPASS

$18,500,000

3602 Evergreen Point Road, Medina, WA 98039
4 Beds 6 Baths 6,520 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2047966
Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Real Estate/East

$17,938,888

3267 Evergreen Point Road, Medina, WA 98039
5 Beds 9 Baths 9,110 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2036710
Provided by NWMLS, Coldwell Banker Bain

$17,500,000

2659 Evergreen Point Road, Medina, WA 98039
4 Beds 4 Baths 4,600 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1893616
Provided by NWMLS, Coldwell Banker Bain

$16,900,000

5330 Butterworth Road, Mercer Island, WA 98040
5 Beds 11 Baths 14,940 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 1954800
Provided by NWMLS, Coldwell Banker Bain

$16,000,000

2025 Rainier Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98144
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Overview for Lake Sammamish, WA

8,376 people live in Lake Sammamish, where the median age is 43.5 and the average individual income is $74,754.76. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,376

Total Population

43.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$74,754.76

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Sammamish, WA

Population Households Employment

Lake Sammamish has 2,919 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lake Sammamish do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,376 people call Lake Sammamish home. The population density is 3,020.44 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,376

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43.5

Median Age

49.43 / 50.57%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
2,919

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$74,754.76

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Around Lake Sammamish, WA

There's plenty to do around Lake Sammamish, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

16
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
34
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
26
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Loki Fish Company, Milpa Masa Company, and Cedar River Cellars.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Loki Fish Company Logo
Dining · $$ 10.93 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Milpa Masa Company Logo
Dining 12.67 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Cedar River Cellars Logo
Dining · $$ 7.17 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Alki Surf Shop Logo
Shopping 13.6 miles 25 reviews 5/5 stars
Master Kwon's Tiger Kicks Martial Arts Logo
Active 10.23 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Petrovitsky Park Logo
Active 10.16 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Schools in Lake Sammamish, WA

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The following schools are within or nearby Lake Sammamish. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Spiritridge Elementary School
16401 SE 24th Street, Bellevue, WA, 98008
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
Sunset Elementary
4229 W Lake Samm Pkwy SE, Bellevue, WA, 98008
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
French Immersion School Of Washington
4211 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Bellevue, WA, 98008
PRIVATE
PreK - 5th
No rating available

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