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Bear Creek real estate.

East Redmond with newer developments and forested settings.

Median sale price
$1.2M
Days on market
34

Live NWMLS data · zip 98052 · May 2026

About Bear Creek

Bear Creek occupies East Redmond's forested plateau — a residential zone where the terrain, tree cover, and lot sizes all shift toward something more expansive than the densely built neighborhoods closer to downtown. The Bear Creek trail system runs through the area, and the community's eastward orientation gives it a fundamentally different character than Redmond's tech-corridor neighborhoods.

Development here spans a wide range: established 1990s subdivisions with standard suburban lot sizes, newer planned communities with HOA amenities, and larger custom-home parcels closer to the rural eastside. The Redmond Ridge community to the east transitions into Bear Creek's outer reaches, blurring the boundary between suburban and semi-rural Eastside living.

Families targeting Redmond High School's tech-oriented curriculum and LWSD's strong elementary schools drive consistent demand. Bear Creek's pricing remains lower than the same school district in Overlake or Education Hill, making it a practical entry point for LWSD buyers with growing space needs.

Median Sale Price

$1.2M

$611/sqft · 34 days on market

310 active listings · updated May 2026

Schools

Lake Washington School District; Bear Creek Elementary, Redmond Middle School, Redmond High School

Commute

15 min to Microsoft main campus. 15 min to Downtown Redmond. 25 min to Downtown Bellevue. SR-202 and Avondale Road access.

Common questions about Bear Creek real estate

What is the median sale price in Bear Creek?
The current median sale price in the Bear Creek zip code is $1.2M ($611 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed May 2026. Typical asking prices in Bear Creek run $950K – $2.5M, larger lots above $2.0M.
How competitive is the Bear Creek real estate market right now?
Median days-on-market in Bear Creek is currently 34 days, with 310 active listings tracked in this zip code as of May 2026. Buyers generally have time to evaluate properties without same-day pressure, though best-in-class homes still attract competition.
Which schools serve Bear Creek?
Lake Washington School District; Bear Creek Elementary, Redmond Middle School, Redmond High School. School attendance areas are reviewed annually by the district — verify your exact address at seattleschools.org/admissions before relying on assignments for a purchase decision.
What is the commute like from Bear Creek?
15 min to Microsoft main campus. 15 min to Downtown Redmond. 25 min to Downtown Bellevue. SR-202 and Avondale Road access.
How do I buy or sell a home in Bear Creek?
RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Bear Creek and the broader Redmond market. For buyers, we provide curated active listings, off-market opportunities, and a tailored offer strategy. For sellers, we prepare an agent-reviewed valuation and a custom listing plan. Reach the team via the contact links on this page.