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Overlake

#2 in Best Neighborhoods to Live in Redmond
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 9 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    A+
  2. Crime & Safety
    NG
  3. Housing
    B+
  4. Nightlife
    A
  5. Good for Families
    A+
  6. Diversity
    A
  7. Jobs
    A
  8. Weather
    B
  9. Cost of Living
    C-
  10. Health & Fitness
    A+
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A+
  12. Commute
    A
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Overlake is a neighborhood in Redmond, Washington with a population of 12,732. Overlake is in King County and is one of the best places to live in Washington. Living in Overlake offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Overlake there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Overlake and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Overlake are highly rated.
About Overlake...
Population
12,732

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$698,740
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$2,153
National
$949
Area Feel
Urban Suburban Mix
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    46%
  • Own
    54%
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Overlake Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
NG
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    —
    282.7
  • Murder
    —
    6.1
  • Rape
    —
    40.7
  • Robbery
    —
    135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    —
    500.1
  • Theft
    —
    2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    —
    284

Residents

Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$144,595
National
$55,322
Families with Children
38%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    33%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    39%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    16%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    9%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    4%
    13%
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
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Overlake Reviews

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Schools are split between not great and excellent based on where you live in Overlake. Not a lot of walkable activities for families (have to drive to parks and stores). Very busy roads around most neighborhoods. The bus access is great and the light rail will soon be accessible for this neighborhood. The area seems to cater to young professionals working at Microsoft.
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the bellevue/redmond area is a great place to live with lots of access to important things like green spaces, entertainment, and services. it is however lacking in meaningful / healthy places for people under 21 to spend time, and the deforestation of this area in the name of real estate is depressing to say the least (ie. snoqualmie, issaquah). Better (faster, cheaper, more accessible/useful) public transportation is required.
We have big employers such as Amazon, Starbucks, and Microsoft but you cannot get a job if you are under 16 or sometimes 18.