Neighborhoods / Magnolia
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Magnolia
A quiet, view-rich peninsula minutes from downtown.
Magnolia is a residential peninsula in northwest Seattle, prized for its quiet, family-friendly streets, Puget Sound and skyline views, and proximity to Discovery Park — the city's largest green space. It feels tucked-away and suburban, yet sits minutes from downtown and Interbay.
Housing is dominated by single-family homes, from mid-century ramblers to view properties along the bluffs and grand homes in the established 'village' area. Buyers come for the calm, the parks, and the views, accepting a more car-dependent lifestyle than denser Seattle neighborhoods.
On the map
Where Magnolia sits
Get your bearings — explore the area, then dig into commute times and the current market below.
Market snapshot · 2026
Sotheby's lists by city — Magnolia homes appear inside the Seattle search.
Getting around
Commute times
| Destination | Typical drive | Via |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Seattle | 12–20 min | 15th Ave W / Magnolia Bridge |
| South Lake Union / Amazon | 12–22 min | Interbay / Mercer |
| Bellevue | 25–40 min | I-5 / SR-520 |
| Sea-Tac Airport | 25–40 min | SR-99 / I-5 |
Estimated off-peak driving times; rush hour and transit will vary.
The feel of the place
Lifestyle & vibe
Calm, leafy, and family-oriented — a peninsula of single-family homes, water and mountain views, and easy access to Seattle's biggest park. A quiet 'neighborhood of homes' with a small village center, more suburban in feel than most of the city.
Before you buy
Good to know about Magnolia
The local nuances that shape day-to-day life and long-term value.
- Predominantly single-family — fewer condos and rentals than most Seattle neighborhoods, so inventory is tighter.
- View homes along the bluffs carry large premiums; interior streets are (relatively) more attainable.
- More car-dependent than Capitol Hill or Ballard; limited transit and the aging Magnolia Bridge are commuter considerations.
- Discovery Park (534 acres) is effectively the neighborhood's backyard — a major lifestyle draw.
- Quiet and family-focused, with a small 'village' commercial strip rather than a big nightlife scene.
What buyers want to know
Living in Magnolia
Schools, healthcare, groceries, worship, and recreation — researched for the way buyers actually decide.
🏫 Schools
- Seattle Public Schools
- Lawton & Catharine Blaine (K-8)
- McClure Middle School
- Ballard High School
🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare
- UW Medical Center
- Virginia Mason & Swedish (downtown)
- Seattle Children's
🛒 Groceries & Markets
- Metropolitan Market
- Albertsons
- QFC & Trader Joe's (Interbay, nearby)
- Magnolia Village shops
⛪ Places of Worship
- Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church
- Magnolia Lutheran & Magnolia Presbyterian
- Magnolia United Church of Christ
- Additional churches & communities nearby
🌳 Parks & Recreation
- Discovery Park
- Magnolia Boulevard
- Magnolia Park
- Smith Cove & the waterfront
Your Magnolia Realtor
Real estate agent in Magnolia, WA
PNW Pinnacle Group, led by brokers Deepak Singh and Dr. Hind Golden of Marketplace Sotheby's International Realty, serves buyers, sellers, and investors in Magnolia and across Greater Seattle and the Eastside. The team is backed by the Sotheby's International Realty network of 1,100 offices in 86 countries and territories.
Magnolia's median home value is about $1.1M in a mostly single-family neighborhood (ZIP 98199), served by Seattle Public Schools near Discovery Park with Puget Sound and skyline views.
Yes. The team helps buyers purchase in Magnolia, helps sellers price and market their Magnolia home through the Sotheby's International Realty network, and helps investors evaluate cash flow and middle-housing opportunities in the area.
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