Living in Juanita

A lakeside community where nature, convenience, and connection come together.

Kirkland's Elegant Lakeside Village

From sunrise strolls through Juanita Beach Park to evenings on the patio at Café Juanita, life here moves at a comfortable pace, surrounded by beauty and a welcoming energy that reflects the heart of the Pacific Northwest.

EXPLORING THE MICRO-MARKETS

Juanita is split into two distinct areas, each offering a different way of life.

South Juanita: The Waterfront Hub

This is the heart of the "live-work-play" lifestyle. It features high-density luxury condos and the walkable Juanita Village retail corridor.

Ambience: Active, upscale, and urban.
Key Feature: Immediate access to Juanita Beach Park and destination dining.
Real Estate: Extremely competitive with a vacancy rate as low as 0.5%.

North Juanita: The Residential Retreat

Further inland and up the hill, North Juanita offers traditional suburban tranquility.

Ambience: Quiet, family-oriented, and "leafy".
Key Feature: Larger lots, single-family homes, and direct access to the I-405 corridor for easy commuting.
Extremely competitive with a vacancy rate as low as 0.5%.

Local Lifestyle Essentials

Juanita’s geographic position makes it a strategic hub for professionals working across the Puget Sound’s major tech campuses.

Motorized Transit and Highway Access

Direct access to I-405 allows for efficient travel to Bellevue, Bothell, and Woodinville.

Bellevue: A commute of approximately 5-6 miles, taking 10-20 minutes depending on traffic.
Seattle: Approximately 13 miles away. The fastest route is often via the 520 Bridge (16-26 minutes), though commuters can take I-90 via Bellevue to avoid tolls (up to 40 minutes).
Redmond/Microsoft: Commuters often use local roads like NE 85th or NE 70th, with travel times ranging from 15 to 30 minutes.
Outdoors: The Cross Kirkland Corridor (CKC) connects Juanita residents to miles of paved trails for biking and walking throughout the city.

Juanita is served by the prestigious Lake Washington School District, known for academic excellence and specialized "choice" programs.

Juanita Elementary: Highly rated for its community feel and strong academic foundation.
Finn Hill Middle School: Focuses on rigorous preparation for high school success.
Juanita High School: Home to the world-renowned Cambridge Program, an internationally recognized curriculum focusing on research and problem-solving skills.

Juanita is a thriving, wealthy enclave with a highly educated population.

Population: Approximately 12,229 residents.
Median Age: 38 to 39 years old.
Household Income: High-income area with a median household income of approximately $151,490.
Education: Over 58% of adult residents hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Household Mix: About 61.7% are family households, with 23–28% of households including children.

You don’t have to leave the neighborhood for an incredible meal or a unique gift.

Cafe Juanita: A James Beard Award-winning destination for fine Northern Italian dining.
Juanita Village: A pedestrian-friendly plaza filled with boutique lifestyle shops, salons, and casual eateries

For daily life, residents frequent Urban Coffee Lounge for salted maple lattes and live music, or Spud Fish & Chips for a classic lakeside meal. The proximity to The Village at Totem Lake also provides access to high-end grocery options like Whole Foods and Trader Joe's, as well as entertainment at the Cinemark cinema.

Juanita Market Snapshot

Strong and resilient, with consistent demand for updated single-family homes and luxury waterfront properties. Juanita remains one of Kirkland’s most high-demand neighborhoods for those seeking a unique mix of "resort-style" living and urban accessibility. Inventory levels tend to stay low to moderate, ensuring that well-prepared buyers maintain the best advantage in this competitive micro-market.

$1.2M

Average Home Price

Average Days on Market

2.2k sqft

Typical Home Size