How much is a condo in Downtown Bellevue?

As of May 2026, Downtown Bellevue condos range widely — entry-level one-bedrooms can start near $600K, while large view units and penthouses reach several million. The approximate neighborhood median is around $1.05M, reflecting the prevalence of one- and two-bedroom homes. Save a search for live pricing on available units.

Can you live in Downtown Bellevue without a car?

It's one of the few Eastside neighborhoods where a low-car lifestyle is realistic. Shopping, dining, a major park, and light rail are all within walking distance of the core, and the 2 Line connects to Seattle and Redmond. Many residents still own a car, but daily errands are walkable.

Is Downtown Bellevue a good investment for condo buyers?

Downtown Bellevue benefits from a large and growing office base, light rail, and limited land for new towers — all supports for long-term demand. Condo inventory is deeper than single-family Bellevue, so buyers sometimes find negotiating room, particularly on resale units. As with any purchase, the specifics of the building, floor, and view matter; a personal consultation helps you compare options.

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Living in Downtown Bellevue

Downtown Bellevue is the Eastside's only true high-rise residential district — a walkable core of condo towers wrapped around the Bellevue Collection's shopping and dining, the 20-acre Downtown Park, and, now, light rail. For buyers who want an urban, low-maintenance lifestyle with everything at street level, it is unique on the Eastside.

Housing is almost entirely condominium, ranging from established mid-rise buildings to newer luxury towers with full amenity packages — concierge service, fitness centers, and rooftop decks. Prices span an enormous range, from entry-level one-bedrooms to multimillion-dollar view penthouses overlooking Lake Washington and the Seattle skyline. The defining trade-off is space and a yard (which you won't get) versus walkability, views, and lock-and-leave convenience (which you will).

With Sound Transit's 2 Line now serving downtown and the adjacent Spring District, transit access has become a structural advantage for the neighborhood. Demand is anchored by the area's large and growing office base, including a major Amazon presence, which keeps the condo market active across price points.

Downtown Bellevue real estate market

Median sale price: $1.05M
Price / sq ft: ~$800
Days on market: 18
Months of supply: 2.6
Sale-to-list: 99%

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.

Downtown Bellevue carries the Eastside's highest price-per-square-foot because the product is new(er), high-amenity, view-oriented condos in a walkable core. The median can look moderate relative to single-family Bellevue, but that reflects the prevalence of one- and two-bedroom units; large view homes and penthouses run far higher.

Condo inventory downtown is deeper and a bit slower-moving than single-family neighborhoods, which can mean more negotiating room for buyers — especially on resale units competing with new-construction towers. Sellers benefit from sharp pricing and staging, since buyers can directly compare similar floor plans across buildings.

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Homes for sale across Bellevue

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No active listings in Downtown Bellevueright now — here's what's available across Bellevue. Save a search to get a text the moment a Downtown Bellevue home hits the market.

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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$1,195,000

3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,820 sqft · Townhouse

1450 148th Ave NE, Bellevue 98007

Listing courtesy of Northwest Key Realty via NWMLS · MLS #2302284

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$2,650,000

5 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,680 sqft

9220 NE 24th St, Bellevue 98004

Listing courtesy of Emerald Door Real Estate via NWMLS · MLS #2299015

Schools in Downtown Bellevue

Downtown Bellevue is served by the highly rated Bellevue School District. Condo buyers should still confirm the current attendance assignment for a specific building, as boundaries vary.

Bellevue School District
A highly regarded district serving Bellevue; confirm school assignment per address/building.
Enatai / Clyde Hill / Bellevue elementaries
Several elementaries serve the greater downtown area depending on exact location.
Bellevue High School
One of the district's well-known comprehensive high schools serving central Bellevue.

Getting around & commuting from Downtown Bellevue

Downtown Bellevue is the Eastside's best-connected neighborhood — light rail, freeway access, and walkability all converge here.

Light rail (2 Line)
Stations downtown and at the Spring District connect to Seattle and Redmond.
To Seattle
Across I-90 or SR-520 in roughly 15–25 minutes off-peak, or by light rail.
To Redmond / Microsoft
About 15 minutes off-peak by car, or via the 2 Line.
Walkability
A very high walk score within the core — shopping, dining, and the park at street level.

Lifestyle & amenities in Downtown Bellevue

Downtown living here means amenities at your doorstep: regional shopping, a major park, and a dense dining and entertainment scene.

The Bellevue Collection
Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square, and Bellevue Place — regional shopping, dining, cinema, and hotels.
Downtown Park
A 20-acre signature park with a circular promenade and waterfall at the edge of the core.
Light rail + Spring District
Transit access and the fast-growing, mixed-use Spring District just east of downtown.
Dining & nightlife
One of the Eastside's densest concentrations of restaurants and bars.

Who Downtown Bellevue suits

Buyers who want urban, walkable, low-maintenance condo living.
Commuters who value light rail and central freeway access.
Downsizers and lock-and-leave buyers seeking amenity-rich buildings.
View-oriented buyers targeting higher-floor units.

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Downtown Bellevue real estate FAQ

How much is a condo in Downtown Bellevue?: As of May 2026, Downtown Bellevue condos range widely — entry-level one-bedrooms can start near $600K, while large view units and penthouses reach several million. The approximate neighborhood median is around $1.05M, reflecting the prevalence of one- and two-bedroom homes. Save a search for live pricing on available units.
Can you live in Downtown Bellevue without a car?: It's one of the few Eastside neighborhoods where a low-car lifestyle is realistic. Shopping, dining, a major park, and light rail are all within walking distance of the core, and the 2 Line connects to Seattle and Redmond. Many residents still own a car, but daily errands are walkable.
Is Downtown Bellevue a good investment for condo buyers?: Downtown Bellevue benefits from a large and growing office base, light rail, and limited land for new towers — all supports for long-term demand. Condo inventory is deeper than single-family Bellevue, so buyers sometimes find negotiating room, particularly on resale units. As with any purchase, the specifics of the building, floor, and view matter; a personal consultation helps you compare options.

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