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Parkwood Ridge

Parkwood Ridge is an exclusive hillside community on Mercer Island offering meticulously crafted luxury homes at a premium price-per-square-foot of $1,206.

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Walk Score
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Transit Score
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Bike Score

Living in Parkwood Ridge

Parkwood Ridge is an exclusive hillside community on Mercer Island offering meticulously crafted luxury homes at a premium price-per-square-foot of $1,206. The neighborhood's median sale price of $2,750,000 reflects highly efficient use of premium lots, with homes delivering quality finishes, elevated views, and thoughtful design. The notable year-over-year price correction of -36.9% likely reflects a small sample of sales in a thin market rather than a systemic decline.

Parkwood Ridge delivers an elevated, peaceful lifestyle with the natural beauty of hillside living and mature landscaping. Residents take advantage of the island's extensive trail network, Luther Burbank Park's waterfront access, and the community's low-key, family-oriented social fabric. The high price-per-square-foot signals that homes here are compact but impeccably finished, attracting buyers who prioritize quality over sheer size.

Quality-focused downsizer โ€” Empty nesters trading large lots for smaller, impeccably finished homes that require less maintenance while staying in the Mercer Island community. Tech professional couple without children โ€” High-earning dual-income couples drawn to premium finishes and efficient floor plans over sprawling square footage. Mercer Island loyalist upgrading within the island โ€” Existing island residents seeking a step-up in finish quality and location within the neighborhood hierarchy.

Real Estate Market

$2,750,000
SFH Median
$1206
Per Sqft
-36.9%
Year over Year

5-Year Price Trends

Q2 2025. Quarterly data from Redfin. Low sales volume can cause quarter-to-quarter volatility.

Getting Around

Parkwood Ridge occupies elevated terrain in the northern to central section of Mercer Island, offering hillside positioning that provides tree-filtered views and a sense of elevation above the surrounding residential fabric.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 28 min by car via I-90 and SR-520
  • Amazon Bellevue: 15 min by car via I-90
  • Downtown Seattle: 20 min by car via I-90

Highlights

  • High-quality construction at $1,206/sqft reflecting premium finishes
  • Hillside positioning with views and privacy
  • Top Mercer Island schools within a nationally recognized district
  • Small, intimate neighborhood with low turnover
  • Quick access to I-90 for Seattle and Bellevue commutes
  • Island lifestyle with trail, park, and lake amenities

Schools

Lakeridge Elementary

Elementary
9/10

Islander Middle School

Middle
8/10

Mercer Island High School

High School
9/10

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