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Hillwood

Hillwood is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in Shoreline offering suburban tranquility with easy access to Seattle.

52
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
38
Bike Score

Living in Hillwood

Hillwood is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in Shoreline offering suburban tranquility with easy access to Seattle. Homes here are well-maintained single-family properties with a median price of $775,000 and strong year-over-year appreciation of 3.3%, reflecting steady demand. The neighborhood attracts buyers seeking a peaceful retreat with urban connectivity.

Hillwood offers a calm, neighborhood feel with tree-lined streets and proximity to Ronald Bog Park, a natural wetland perfect for walking and birdwatching. Nearby Aurora Avenue provides access to local shopping, dining, and services, while the future Shoreline light rail stations will significantly boost transit connectivity. The vibe is family-friendly and suburban, with a strong sense of community.

Seattle commuter seeking suburban calm โ€” Close enough to Seattle for an easy commute while offering the peace, space, and greenery of a suburban neighborhood. Family with school-age children โ€” The Shoreline School District's strong ratings and safe, walkable streets make Hillwood ideal for families prioritizing education. First-time move-up buyer โ€” Relative affordability compared to Seattle proper and consistent appreciation make Hillwood a smart equity-building choice.

Real Estate Market

Single Family-5.5% YoY
$770,000
$528
$/sqft
40
Days
5
Sold
Condo+142.1% YoY
$871,500
$423
$/sqft
48
Days
2
Sold

5-Year Price Trends

Quarterly median sale price. Source: Redfin. Hover to highlight.

Q4 2025. Quarterly data from Redfin. Low sales volume can cause quarter-to-quarter volatility.

Getting Around

Hillwood is situated in the eastern portion of Shoreline, Washington, bordered by Ronald Bog Park to the west and Bothell Way NE to the east. It lies just north of the Seattle city limits, providing convenient access to I-5 and SR-522.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 30 min by car
  • Amazon Bellevue: 35 min by car
  • Downtown Seattle: 20 min by car
  • University Of Washington: 18 min by car

Highlights

  • Median home price $775,000 with steady 3.3% YoY appreciation
  • Adjacent to Ronald Bog Park for nature access
  • Short drive to downtown Seattle (20 min)
  • Served by highly rated Shoreline School District
  • Upcoming light rail expansion improving transit access
  • Quiet residential streets with established tree canopy

Schools

Parkwood Elementary

Elementary
7/10

Albert Einstein Middle School

Middle
7/10

Shorewood High School

High School
8/10

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