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King County · Eastside

Bellevue, WA homes for sale & market guide

The Eastside's urban core — a high-rise downtown surrounded by leafy, established neighborhoods.

About Bellevue

Bellevue is the economic heart of the Eastside. Its downtown has grown into a skyline of residential towers, offices (including a large and growing Amazon campus), and the Bellevue Collection's shopping and dining — all now connected to Seattle and Redmond by light rail. Around that core sit some of the region's most established and varied residential neighborhoods.

The market is correspondingly broad. Downtown Bellevue is condo and high-rise territory; West Bellevue and the Points communities hold the area's premier single-family and waterfront homes; neighborhoods like Bridle Trails, Lake Hills, Crossroads, Newport, and Lakemont offer a spectrum of price points and housing styles. Bellevue is also one of the most linguistically diverse cities in Washington — a genuine advantage for buyers and sellers who value an agent who works in more than one language.

Demand here is anchored by high-paying employers and top-rated schools, which keeps the market resilient. Pricing and competition vary sharply by neighborhood, so local guidance matters more in Bellevue than almost anywhere on the Eastside.

Bellevue housing market at a glance

Median sale price
$1.55M
Price / sq ft
~$625
Days on market
12
Months of supply
1.8
Sale-to-list
101%

Approximate figures as of May 2026, for general guidance only — not an appraisal. The market moves week to week; subscribe to the monthly report below or request a personalized analysis for current, address-level numbers.

  • Light rail downtown

    The 2 Line connects downtown Bellevue to Seattle and Redmond — a structural boost to transit-served homes.

  • Bellevue School District

    Bellevue is served primarily by the highly rated Bellevue School District.

  • Major employment base

    A large downtown office market and a growing Amazon presence underpin housing demand.

  • Wide price spectrum

    From downtown condos to West Bellevue waterfront — more range than any Eastside city.

Bellevue neighborhoods

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Homes for sale in Bellevue

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Sample listings.These are demo homes used to build and preview the search experience. The live NWMLS feed connects once Dulay Homes LLC's IDX authorization is active — prices and details here are illustrative.

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Bellevue real estate FAQ

How much does a house cost in Bellevue?

As of May 2026, Bellevue's approximate median sale price is around $1.55M citywide, but the range is enormous — downtown condos can start near $600K, while West Bellevue and waterfront single-family homes reach into the multimillions. The right number depends entirely on the neighborhood; request a Bellevue market report for current, area-specific figures.

Does Bellevue have light rail?

Yes. Sound Transit's 2 Line serves downtown Bellevue and the Spring District/BelRed corridor, linking Bellevue to Seattle and Redmond. Proximity to a station is increasingly a factor in both condo and single-family demand, and it's reshaping the BelRed and Wilburton areas.

Is Bellevue a competitive market for buyers?

It can be, especially for well-priced single-family homes in top school attendance areas, which often draw multiple offers. Inventory is around 1.8 months as of May 2026. Buyers who are pre-approved and ready to move quickly have a meaningful edge; a saved search with instant alerts helps you see new listings the day they hit the market.

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