Matthews Beach Neighborhood

Moving to Seattle? What is Matthews Beach Like?

Lake Washington views from the beach, Burke-Gilman trail, and a close-knit community feel

Where is Matthews Beach?

  • Whether you want to head out on the water or just take in the views from any location around eastlake, you’ll enjoy easy access to lake union. eastlake also has the highest concentration of houseboats like the one made famous in the 1993 film Sleepless in Seattle.

  • Eastlake’s diverse range of restaurants includes:

    Sushi nori
    Serafina (Old-world italian)
    Pecado bueno (Casual mexican)
    14 carrot cafe (Breakast, brunch & Lunch)
    Otter bar and burger (burgers and shakes)
    Eastlake zoo tavern (funky dive bar)
    Pete’s supermarket and wine shop (Brian’s fav wine shop!)

  • Over 2 dozen unique shops with small but constantly changing merchandise:

    Seattle Caviar Co. (Gourmet caviar & MORE!)
    Patrick’s fly shop (Oldest fly shop on the west coast)
    Mort’s Cabin (Gift shop)
    La Belle Elaine’s (Bridal shop)
    SPLASH SKIN CARE & EXTENSIONS
    EASTLAKE TATTOO (AppTS. ONLY TATTOO SHOP)

“My favorite thing about Eastlake? Friendly neighbors (the whole Eastlake community). Feeling safe to take walks.”

— TK, Eastlake resident of 2 years

Population by Age Group

Highest Education Level Attended

Household Income by Dollar Range

2019 Franklin Avenue East

Very Walkable

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Based on U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. This index is based on the entire population in this area includes all ages including those attending K-12 and currently enrolled in college.

Eastlake Homes For Sale

2019 Franklin Ave E #202
Presented by Brian Huie of COMPASS

Homes currently for Sale in Eastlake

Q&A

  • Eastlake is a great place for single-family residences as that’s what most buyers expect here. Lot sizes are generally ~3500sf, but can grow to nearly 5000sf. All are in very walkable locations. Homes are easy to maintain as most people hire landscapers and handy-people who can easily access this central neighborhood. School ratings are rapidly climbing as well as young families and professionals have been moving in at increasing rates.

  • Yes. There are many townhomes built in this area compared to places with larger lots. Many newer rowhomes and the like have popped up over recent years. If you come across one you like, grab it - There’s a lot of buyers who want maintenance-free but more than a condo here. There will always be a TH buyer population with their radar covering this area whether they have heard of Eastlake or not.

  • Yes! What, am I going to say no? Not in this urban area! Moving into a condo here is an excellent way to remain ultra walkable. Also, condos are typically maintenance-free and we are seeing a lot of younger career-focused and older populations who want the maintenance-free lifestyle of condos. However, there are few larger condos though and many “boutique” condos where you would/should have a roll in maintaining the community. The beauty of these smaller condos is that it’s almost like co-op living - for the most part it’s still maintenance-free where the building is taken care of by whoever your community hires to take care of it, but you decide as a community what you want in the gardens and such. Much less work than owning a house but still have the joy of improving something that is growing in value! Eastlake also has a great rental market should you want to rent it out later to upgrade to a larger home.