Quick answer
Median single-family home price in Lynnwood: approximately $700,000 to $820,000 (2026).
| Property type | Price range |
|---|---|
| Single-family homes | $650,000 – $900,000 |
| Townhomes | $500,000 – $680,000 |
| Condos | $330,000 – $500,000 |
Lynnwood is in Snohomish County, served primarily by the Edmonds School District, with Link light rail service via the Lynnwood City Center Station.
Typical days on market for well-priced homes: 14 to 25 days.
Where Lynnwood is and why light rail changed things
Lynnwood sits in southwest Snohomish County, roughly 16 miles north of downtown Seattle along the I-5 corridor. It borders Edmonds to the west, Mountlake Terrace to the south, and Bothell to the east.
The Lynnwood Link Extension opened light rail service to Lynnwood City Center Station, connecting directly to Northgate, the University District, downtown Seattle, and SeaTac Airport.
Travel times:
| Destination | Method | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Seattle | Light rail | ~28 minutes |
| Downtown Seattle | I-5 off-peak | 25–35 minutes |
| Downtown Seattle | I-5 peak | 45–75 minutes |
| Bellevue | I-405 off-peak | 25–35 minutes |
| Bellevue | I-405 peak | 40–60 minutes |
| Everett | I-5 | 15–20 minutes |
| Bothell | SR-524 | 12–18 minutes |
| Edmonds waterfront | Local | 10–15 minutes |
This is the material change. A predictable 28-minute rail trip replaces an unpredictable I-5 drive. Buyers who work in Seattle and were priced out of north Seattle neighborhoods now have a viable option with meaningfully lower housing costs.
What your budget buys
Under $550,000 Condos and older townhomes, primarily near the city center and along the SR-99 corridor. Entry-level ownership.
$550,000 – $700,000 Townhomes and smaller single-family homes, many from the 1960s through 1980s. Some newer townhome communities near the transit center.
$700,000 – $850,000 Lynnwood's most active band for detached homes. Three- and four-bedroom homes on standard lots, many updated. Move-in ready is realistic.
$850,000+ Larger homes, newer construction, premium lots, and the more established neighborhoods in the northern and western parts of the city.
Lynnwood neighborhoods
Lynnwood City Center The commercial and civic core, anchored by Alderwood Mall and now the light rail station. Substantial mixed-use residential development has followed the transit investment. The most transit-accessible part of the city.
Alderwood Manor An established residential area with a distinct historic identity — the Alderwood Manor Heritage Association maintains the area's history as a former poultry farming community. Mature neighborhoods with larger lots.
Meadowdale Northwestern Lynnwood toward the Edmonds border, with a quieter residential character and access to Meadowdale Beach Park on Puget Sound. Generally higher-priced within the Lynnwood market.
Martha Lake Northern Lynnwood around Martha Lake, with a park, swimming beach, and established residential streets. Popular with buyers who want water proximity without waterfront pricing.
Larch Way / North Lynnwood Residential neighborhoods in the northern part of the city with good access to I-5 and SR-525.
Cedar Valley Central residential area with a mix of housing vintages and reasonable access to both the city center and I-5.
Schools
Edmonds School District serves most of Lynnwood, with approximately 20,000 students across Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, and Woodway.
High schools serving Lynnwood: Lynnwood High School, Meadowdale High School, and Mountlake Terrace High School. Edmonds-Woodway High School, known for its IB program, serves the western part of the district.
The Edmonds School District is a large district with meaningful school-to-school variation. Overall performance sits above south King County districts and below top Eastside districts such as Bellevue, Lake Washington, and Issaquah.
Some eastern Lynnwood addresses fall within the Northshore School District. Verify school assignment by exact street address through the district's official lookup tool before making an offer.
Parks and amenities
Alderwood Mall — One of the largest shopping centers in the Puget Sound region, anchoring the city's commercial identity and drawing shoppers from across Snohomish County.
Lynndale Park — 34 acres with an amphitheater, sports fields, skate park, and forested trails.
Martha Lake Park — Swimming beach, playground, and picnic facilities on the lake.
Meadowdale Beach Park — 108 acres running from a forested ravine down to a Puget Sound beach, with a recently completed estuary restoration.
Scriber Lake Park — A wetland preserve with boardwalk trails in the center of the city.
Interurban Trail — A paved multi-use trail following the historic interurban rail line, connecting Lynnwood south toward Shoreline and Seattle.
Lynnwood Recreation Center — A well-regarded municipal facility with pools, courts, and fitness programs.
Who Lynnwood works for
Lynnwood tends to work well for buyers commuting to Seattle who want rail access without north Seattle pricing, buyers working in Snohomish County or at Boeing Everett, buyers who want a detached home with a yard at $700,000 to $800,000, and buyers who value Puget Sound and lake proximity along with an extensive park system.
It works less well for buyers who need a top-tier school district, buyers commuting daily to Bellevue or the Eastside during peak hours, and buyers who want a walkable historic downtown — Edmonds, immediately west, offers that where Lynnwood does not.
Lynnwood vs. neighboring markets
| Market | Median SFH | School district | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynnwood | $700K – $820K | Edmonds SD | Light rail, Alderwood, value |
| Edmonds | $850K – $1.1M | Edmonds SD | Walkable downtown, ferry, waterfront |
| Mountlake Terrace | $650K – $780K | Edmonds SD | Also has light rail, smaller |
| Bothell | $800K – $950K | Northshore SD | Stronger schools, no light rail |
| Shoreline | $800K – $1M | Shoreline SD | In King County, strong schools |
| Everett | $600K – $750K | Everett SD | Further north, Boeing employment |
The honest comparison: Edmonds offers a genuinely charming walkable waterfront downtown that Lynnwood does not, at roughly $150,000 to $250,000 more. Bothell offers a stronger school district at roughly $100,000 more but without light rail. Lynnwood's case rests on the combination of rail access and price.
Common questions
Does Lynnwood have light rail? Yes. The Lynnwood City Center Station connects to Seattle, the University District, and SeaTac Airport via the Link 1 Line.
How far is Lynnwood from Seattle? About 16 miles. Roughly 28 minutes by light rail, or 25 to 35 minutes by car off-peak and considerably longer at rush hour.
Is Lynnwood in King County? No. Lynnwood is in Snohomish County.
What school district serves Lynnwood? Primarily the Edmonds School District. Some eastern addresses fall within the Northshore School District — verify by address.
Is Lynnwood a good place to live? It offers strong value for buyers prioritizing rail access to Seattle, park amenities, and detached homes below King County pricing. Buyers whose top priority is a top-tier school district or a walkable downtown typically look at Bothell or Edmonds.
What is the median home price in Lynnwood? Roughly $700,000 to $820,000 for single-family homes as of 2026.
Is Lynnwood cheaper than Bothell? Generally yes, by roughly $100,000 on comparable homes. Bothell has the stronger school district; Lynnwood has light rail.
We work Snohomish County
Tribeca NW serves buyers across Lynnwood, Bothell, Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, and the greater Snohomish County market. We can compare what your budget buys across all of them and verify school assignments before you write an offer.
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