Mid-Century Modern Real Estate Search
Key elements of mid-century modern homes:
Integration with nature. Rooms have multiple outdoor views, or access points, encouraging an appreciation of the outdoors.
Flat planes. The geometric lines of the house are regular and rigorous. Flat roofs are common, though modern ranch-style houses had gable roofs.
Large windows. Sliding-glass doors and other expansive panes of glass allow a flood of a natural light to enter rooms from many angles.
Changes in elevation. Small steps going up and down between rooms creates split-level spaces. A midcentury modern might have partial walls, or cabinets of varying heights to create different depths in the space.
More Than Real Estate
There is more categories to mid century modern design, not just mid century modern homes.
Mid-century modern is an architectural, interior, product and graphic design that describes mid-20th century developments in modern design, architecture and urban development from roughly 1933 to 1965.
Lake Forest Park Area Real Estate
Living In Lake Forest Park, WA Community Info
Lake Forest Park was on of the Seattle area's first planned communities, founded by Ole Hanson in 1912. The idea of this Lake Forest Park community was picturesque retreat for Seattle professionals. Developers planned roads and property lots with consideration for natural landmarks.
Lake Forest Park is situated at the north end of Lake Washington. Based on per capita income, one of the more reliable measures of affluence, Lake Forest Park ranks 26th of 614 areas in the state of Washington to be ranked.
Things To Do In Lake Forest Park
- Horizon View Park is located at the highest point in Lake Forest Park and offers fields, a children's playground with swings and a play train, a basketball half-court, tennis court, play field, picnic tables, and paved pathways through a natural, wooded area. Horizon View covers 8.4 acres and is located at 19800 47th Ave NE (198th St at 47th Ave NE).
- Pfingst Animal Acres Park is located at NE 178th St and Brookside Blvd and features picnic tables, a 0.25 mile walking loop, a salmon viewing platform, and a beautiful dogwood flower-shaped drinking fountain for people and dogs. The park is also home to a bust of Admiral Miguel Grau Seminario that was presented to the City of Lake Forest Park by the Consulate General of Peru and the Peruvian Navy in 2011.
- Eagle Scout Park is a small park located at NE 178th St at NE 180th St and features a picnic area as well as exercise bars perfect for walkers and runners.
- Blue Heron Park is a 0.5 acre park located at NE 170th St at Hamlin Road, just off Bothell Way. This park features a pedestrian bridge that connects Brookside Boulevard NE with the Town Center and is popular with salmon and herons alike.
- Grace Cole Nature Park is a 15.2 acre wetland named after distinguished State Representative Grace Cole and is located at 30th Ave NE at NE 166th St. The Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation hosts regular "ivy out" work parties in the summer to restore and preserve the wildlife habitat.
- Lyon Creek Waterfront Preserve is located across the street from the Lake Forest Park Town Center at 17337 Beach Drive NE, next to the Lake Forest Park Civic Club. A short trail and boardwalk are perfect for viewing where Lyon Creek meets Lake Washington. This park includes 100 feet of Lake Washington shoreline.
- Whispering Willow Park is found at 17038 44th Ave NE. The park features a short boardwalk, seating, and a natural children's play area. It connects 44th Ave NE with the Lake Forest Park Town Center.
Lake Forest Park, Washington Real Estate Facts
Since the end of the Great Recession (2009), Seattle has seen a huge increase in the cost of living and real estate prices, which is impacted areas like Lake Forest Park.
- Lake Forest Park Real Estate Median Sales Price: $680,500 (June 2018 NWMLS)
- Lake Forest Park Real Estate Median Price Per Sq Ft: $318 (June 2018 NWMLS)
- Lake Forest Park Real Estate Median Days On Market: 8 (June 2018 NWMLS)
- Average Rent In Lake Forest Park 1 Bedrooms: $1,325 (June 2018 Rent Jungle)
Is making Lake Forest Park home right for you? Start by reviewing Lake Forest Park real estate and finding a waterfront home or mid-century modern home that meets your budget and needs.
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