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 […]
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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 […]
Newport Shores: A Unique Community Located on Lake Washington and Canal Waterfront
“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 Receives Silver Certification for 3rd Time for Data-Driven Governance
Bellevue has once again demonstrated its commitment to data-driven governance by achieving What Works Cities silver certification for the third time in five years. This prestigious national recognition highlights the city’s exemplary use of data and evidence in decision-making processes, placing Bellevue among a distinguished group of cities leading the […]
Bellevue Sixth Grader Wins “Doodle for Google”, Artwork Featured on Homepage
Google recently held a nationwide contest challenging K-12 graders to come up with a doodle that would be displayed on Google’s homepage. After thousands of submissions had been turned in, a Bellevue sixth grader, Rebecca Wu, won the competition. Wu’s submission was named “Doodle for Google”. It featured three girls […]
Bellevue #3 Best Small City in U.S. for Recent Grads to Start Career
CoWorking Cafe recently analyzed a series of factors to figure out where the best U.S. cities are for recent graduates to start their careers. Researchers looked at job opportunities, income levels, cost of living, lifestyle amenities and other metrics. The scores of each category were combined into three main groups […]