Downtown Redmond homes for sale
Find Downtown Redmond homes with walkable Microsoft campus access and East Link light rail.
RexMont helps buyers search Downtown Redmond condos, townhomes, and single-family homes — with guidance on Microsoft campus proximity, East Link connectivity, Redmond Town Center walkability, Lake Washington School District, and $550K–$2.5M opportunities in Redmond's most in-demand and fastest-changing neighborhood.
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Market context
Downtown Redmond is the Eastside's best value for walkable tech-campus proximity.
Downtown Redmond sits at the intersection of two major demand drivers: Microsoft's main campus is 2–3 miles away by trail or road, and the East Link light rail now connects Redmond to the rest of the Eastside and Seattle without a car. That combination — walking or biking to the world's largest employer, with rail access to everywhere else — is not available at any other price point on the Eastside.
The neighborhood is genuinely transforming. New mixed-use condo buildings are rising alongside 1960s–1980s single-family homes, creating a rare window where buyers can still choose between urban density and a traditional Eastside house-on-a-lot, both within the same walkable radius. That window will close as redevelopment progresses. Buyers who move early get both the price advantage of the transformation period and the appreciation upside of a neighborhood that is clearly heading higher.
RexMont helps buyers understand the Downtown Redmond nuances that matter: which buildings have strong HOA reserves versus deferred maintenance issues, which single-family streets are in the redevelopment path versus protected residential character, how to evaluate the Microsoft-proximity premium on specific addresses, and how to structure competitive offers in a market where motivated sellers and motivated buyers are both well-informed.
Coverage
Service area at a glance
RexMont represents buyers and sellers across these Seattle and Eastside markets. Click any city for the full local guide.
Bellevue, WA
ZIPs: 98004 · 98005 · 98006 · 98007 · 98008
Schools: Bellevue SD
Medina, WA
ZIP: 98039
Schools: Bellevue SD
Clyde Hill, WA
ZIP: 98004
Schools: Bellevue SD
Mercer Island, WA
ZIP: 98040
Schools: Mercer Island SD
Kirkland, WA
ZIPs: 98033 · 98034
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Redmond, WA
ZIPs: 98052 · 98053
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Sammamish, WA
ZIPs: 98074 · 98075
Schools: Lake Washington / Issaquah SD
Issaquah, WA
ZIPs: 98027 · 98029
Schools: Issaquah SD
Newcastle, WA
ZIPs: 98056 · 98059
Schools: Renton SD
Woodinville, WA
ZIPs: 98072 · 98077
Schools: Northshore SD
Kenmore, WA
ZIP: 98028
Schools: Northshore SD
Seattle, WA
ZIPs: 98101 · 98109 · 98112 · 98115 · 98118
Schools: Seattle Public Schools
For Downtown Redmond buyers
Compare condos and single-family homes by Microsoft campus distance, light rail access, building quality, and the specific addresses that offer the best value before Redmond's transformation closes the pricing window.
Start Downtown Redmond searchFor Downtown Redmond sellers
Market your home to tech buyers who are specifically running the numbers on Microsoft campus commute and East Link access — the buyer pool that drives Downtown Redmond's premium over other Redmond neighborhoods.
Request a home valueActive homes for sale in Redmond
The latest active NWMLS listings in Redmond, refreshed hourly.
ActiveNew today$1,380,000
MLS# 25302047426 139th Place Ne
Redmond, WA 98052
5 bd2 ba2,090 sqftListing courtesy of KW Mountains to Sound Realty
ActiveNew today$2,550,000
MLS# 253050921835 Ne 104th Place
Redmond, WA 98053
4 bd2.5 ba4,000 sqftListing courtesy of RE/MAX Gateway
Active1 day on market$1,625,000
MLS# 25269234517 166th Place Ne
Redmond, WA 98052
5 bd2.5 ba2,540 sqftListing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
ActiveNew today$11,250,000
MLS# 253044026408 Ne 70th Street
Redmond, WA 98053
7 bd3.5 ba13,450 sqftListing courtesy of COMPASS
ActiveNew today$2,185,000
MLS# 25264763028 173rd Court Ne
Redmond, WA 98052
4 bd2.5 ba3,340 sqftListing courtesy of Providential Real Estate LLC
ActiveNew today$1,135,000
MLS# 253030317434 Ne 40th Place #c5
Redmond, WA 98052
2 bd1 baListing courtesy of COMPASS
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
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FAQ
Questions buyers and sellers ask first.
What types of homes are available in Downtown Redmond?
Downtown Redmond has a mix of new and older construction: newer mixed-use condo buildings (2010s–2020s), 1960s–1980s single-family homes on traditional lots, and townhomes along the main corridors. Unlike Downtown Bellevue, you can still buy a detached single-family home within a 10-minute walk of Redmond Town Center — a combination that's becoming increasingly rare on the Eastside.
How close is Downtown Redmond to Microsoft's main campus?
Microsoft's main Redmond campus on NE 36th Street is approximately 2–3 miles from Redmond Town Center — a 10-minute bike ride along the Sammamish River Trail or a 5-minute drive. Downtown Redmond is the closest walkable residential neighborhood to the main campus, which drives consistent demand from Microsoft employees seeking shorter commutes.
What are typical home prices in Downtown Redmond?
Condos range from approximately $550K–$1.4M depending on size, building, and view. Single-family homes close to downtown start around $1.1M and run to $2.5M+ for larger lots with updates. The neighborhood generally prices at a 10–15% discount to comparable Downtown Bellevue units, which is part of the value proposition for tech buyers comparing both markets.
How does East Link light rail affect Downtown Redmond?
The Redmond Technology Station (part of the East Link extension) places Downtown Redmond within one light rail stop of Overlake, two stops of Bellevue Downtown, and roughly 30 minutes from Seattle. For buyers who split work between the Eastside and Seattle, Downtown Redmond is now a legitimate car-reduced commute option — the first time that has been true for this neighborhood.
What schools serve Downtown Redmond?
Downtown Redmond is served by Lake Washington School District, typically assigned to Mann Elementary, Redmond Middle School, and Redmond High School. Lake Washington SD is one of Washington State's top-ranked public school districts. School assignments should always be verified by specific address before purchase.
Is Downtown Redmond walkable?
Yes — more so than most Eastside neighborhoods. Redmond Town Center provides everyday retail, dining, Whole Foods, and entertainment within walking distance. The Sammamish River Trail, Bear Creek Trail, and Redmond Central Connector greenway system are accessible on foot from most downtown addresses. Cleveland Street's restaurant row is the Eastside's most underrated dining destination outside of Bellevue.
Search Downtown Redmond before Eastside buyers catch up to what tech workers already know.
RexMont helps you evaluate Microsoft campus proximity, East Link connectivity, building quality, and the transformation-period pricing advantage that makes Downtown Redmond the Eastside's most compelling value right now.
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