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Ballard, WA REAL ESTATE & HOMES FOR SALE

ABOUT THE AREA

Ballard offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern urban living within Seattle’s city limits. Originally a Scandinavian fishing community, Ballard has evolved into one of Seattle’s most vibrant and desirable neighborhoods. The area features a mix of classic Craftsman homes, new townhouses, and luxury waterfront condos, giving buyers a wide range of options to fit their lifestyle. With its bustling commercial core, excellent restaurants, and local boutiques, Ballard provides a true neighborhood feel while remaining close to downtown Seattle.

Residents enjoy easy access to the Ballard Locks, Golden Gardens Park, and the Burke-Gilman Trail, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. The community’s strong local identity, highly rated schools, and family-friendly atmosphere make it an attractive destination for both young professionals and long-term homeowners. With steady property appreciation and a thriving local economy, Ballard continues to be one of Seattle’s most sought-after areas for real estate investment.

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Schools In The Area

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Adams Elementary School 206-252-1300 Public KG-5
West Woodland Elementary School 206-252-1600 Public KG-5
Salmon Bay K-8 School 206-252-1720 Public KG-8
Ballard High School 206-252-1000 Public 9-12
Adams Elementary School 206-252-1300 Public KG-5
West Woodland Elementary School 206-252-1600 Public KG-5
Loyal Heights Elementary School 206-252-1500 Public KG-5
Salmon Bay K-8 School 206-252-1720 Public KG-8
Whittier Elementary School 206-252-1650 Public PK-5
North Beach Elementary School 206-252-1510 Public PK-5
Matheia School 206-283-1828 Private KG-5
North Seattle French School 206-365-1034 Private PK-5
St Alphonsus School 206-782-4363 Private PK-8
Pacific Crest School 928-380-1551 Private PK-8
Adams Elementary School 206-252-1300 Public KG-5
West Woodland Elementary School 206-252-1600 Public KG-5
Whitman Middle School 206-252-1200 Public 6-8
Loyal Heights Elementary School 206-252-1500 Public KG-5
Salmon Bay K-8 School 206-252-1720 Public KG-8
Whittier Elementary School 206-252-1650 Public PK-5
North Beach Elementary School 206-252-1510 Public PK-5
Matheia School 206-283-1828 Private KG-5
North Seattle French School 206-365-1034 Private PK-5
St Alphonsus School 206-782-4363 Private PK-8
Pacific Crest School 928-380-1551 Private PK-8
Salmon Bay K-8 School 206-252-1720 Public KG-8
Whitman Middle School 206-252-1200 Public 6-8
Pacific Crest School 928-380-1551 Private PK-8
St Alphonsus School 206-782-4363 Private PK-8
Ballard High School 206-252-1000 Public 9-12

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