Known for its evolving area of opportunity for recent college graduates, Bellevue ranked third as the best mid-sized city in the United States for starting a career post-college. Due to its thriving tech industry and dedication to preserving a good quality of life, Bellevue stood out among other cities. Bellevue’s […]
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Explore Lakemont in Bellevue: A Peaceful Hillside Neighborhood with Scenic Views
“Inside Bellevue”, the Bellevue neighborhood spotlight series, is a unique collaboration between The Brazen’s at Windermere Real Estate/Bellevue Commons and Downtown Bellevue Network. Drawing upon their over 30 years of experience living, working, and selling in Bellevue, the esteemed Brazen family provides an exclusive insider’s perspective on living in Bellevue […]
Bellevue-Redmond Tourism Board Unveils Plans for 2025
On July 23, 2024, the Bellevue-Redmond Tourism Promotion Area (BRTPA) Advisory Board, led by Chair Caroline Dermarkarian, presented its budget and strategic plan for 2025. The plan focuses on boosting tourism and the economy in Bellevue and Redmond with targeted investments and innovative programs. 2024 Progress and Highlights In 2024, […]
Bellevue Rent up 6%, Priciest in Seattle Metro Area
When looking at cities across the Seattle metro area, Bellevue has once again taken first place as the most expensive city to rent in for the month of May. According to the latest data from the Zumper Seattle Metro Area Report, the median rent for one-bedroom units in Bellevue saw […]
New Bellevue Neighborhood Sells Out in Record Time
In a testament to the growing demand for new-build residences in Bellevue, Thomas James Homes has announced the complete sell-out of their neighborhood, Grace by Thomas James Homes, in less than one year since its launch in July 2023. This is in partnership with real estate agency, Real Residential. Located […]
Eastrail Milestone: Wilburton Trestle Conversion Begins in Bellevue
Eastrail, the multi-use trail project in King County, has reached another big milestone with the upcoming opening of the Northeast Eighth Street Bridge. The announcement, made by King County Parks, marks an important moment regarding the start of the conversion of the iconic Wilburton Trestle from a railroad bridge to […]
Sano Cafe: Bringing Healthy Fast-Casual Dining to Bellevue
Sano Café, a fast-casual eatery that embodies healthy living and mindful eating, is poised to open at Amazon-leased Centre 425 tower on 106th Avenue Northeast. I recently had the privilege of interviewing one of the owners of Sano from Conscious Hospitality Group, the driving force behind this venture. Established in […]
Bellevue Rent Increases, Surpasses Kirkland
Bellevue has reclaimed the spot of highest rent in the Greater Seattle Metro area, after falling to second place in October 2023, trailing behind Kirkland. Zumper, the real estate platform, analyzed active listings in November, across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities, and cities with the […]
Bellevue Ranks Second for Highest Rental Costs in Recent Report
While Bellevue has consistently ranked in first place for Zumper’s rental reports for the Greater Seattle Metro area, it recently fell to second place. The real estate platform analyzed active listings in the month of September across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities, and cities with […]
Bellevue Target to Offer Starbucks Drive Up Service
Target recently announced that they will be offering a new add on service to Drive Up. Customers can now have Starbucks delivered to their car. According to a Target press release, “Target’s free Drive Up service will allow guests in Seattle to add their favorite Starbucks menu items to their […]