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Shoreline, WA
Shoreline · King County · WA 98133
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Shoreline, Seattle
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Verdict
$691K
Median Price
48/100
Walk Score
7.8/10
Schools
30 min
to Seattle, WA
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
78/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
DWalkability
48/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Shoreline offers decent schools and great waterfront parks, but the cost of homes is high relative to median income and the area is heavily car‑dependent. If you’re looking for a quiet suburban feel close to Seattle, it’s worth a look, but the commute and lack of transit options could bite you.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated schools
- ✓Close to Seattle with light rail access
- ✓Plenty of parks and shoreline
- ✓Reasonably high median home value for Seattle area
Real Talk
- !Car‑dependent neighborhood – you’ll need a car for most errands
- !High property taxes and insurance can add to living costs
- !Limited nightlife and dining options
- !Commute times can be unpredictable with traffic
- $HOA fees for condos and townhomes
- $Higher utility costs due to climate and large homes
- $Maintenance for waterfront or older properties
Best For
FamiliesSuburban commutersOutdoor loversHomeowners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Shoreline, WA
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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