Downtown is the epicenter of Seattle's culture and commerce as well as its fastest growing neighborhood.  Its vibrant urban lifestyle continues to grow in popularity attracting new residents and at a rapidly growing rate.  Over 600 restaurants, 15 theaters, 7 museums, 77 art galleries and over 3,000 retailers are some of the area amenities.  Whether you're looking for a single family home near a park, a condo in an urban neighborhood or a houseboat that's 10 minutes from the office, you can find it here.  There are about 500 houseboats in and around Seattle.  The culture of adventure and creativity fuels all aspects of life in Seattle no matter how you live, work or play.

Bellevue is a city committed to preserving its quality of life by fostering a strong sense of community - one filled with arts, music and a family spirit to keep its citizens connected and ensure a healthy and vibrant future economy.

Bellevue incorporates 31 square miles between the pristine waters of Lake Sammamish and Lake Washington.  Quiet wooded neighborhoods and parks flourish between high-rise office complexes, elegant retail shops and new condominiums.

Downtown Bellevue is truly the urban heart of the Eastside.  It is a collage of high-rises, public parks (over 2,000 acres), museums and excellent shopping, which includes Bellevue Square Mall, arguably the shopping capital of the Northwest.  Continuing construction of apartments, condominiums and office towers are attracting new residents and businesses to the area.