Redmond : Washington

What Redmond is like for active adults

Located east of Seattle is one of the Northwest's most affluent suburbs. Home to Microsoft and Nintendo, it is located on Lake Sammamish. Redmond attracts affluent residents, many of whom are moving to several new active adult communities built in the area. The feel of the town is suburban but it has many lovely amenities.

Median home prices in early 2009 were just over $500,000, and holding strong.

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What is special about this retirement community

Redmond is known as "the bicycle capital of the Northwest" because of its annual bike races and Velodrome. It is home to 23 parks and 17 miles of trails for biking, hiking, running, and horseback riding. It also hosts several major corporations.

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What is not special about this retirement community

It is very expensive to live in Redmond.

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What kinds of people like retiring here

In addition to many wealthy folks who work at Microsoft or Nintendo, the area is chock a block with active adult communities (see link at top right). It's a very pleasant town with great shopping and restaurants, so it appeals to people with resources who want the best in life.

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Local economy is driven by

The economy is diverse. Microsoft and Nintendo are just of the big corporations. There are also many retail stores that attract shoppers from around the vicinity.

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Climate and Physical Environment

Redmond is a suburb of Seattle. It's mostly east and a little north of Seattle, located at the top of Lake Sammamish. It experiences a slightly muted version of the Pacific Northwest climate - fairly wet winters and long summer days.

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Cultural environment

Redmond has a wide variety of performing arts including the Eastside Symphony, the Second Story Repertory theater company, and the Washington Academy of Performing Arts.There is an extensive array of public outdoor sculptures. Richmond Derby Days is an annual festival. The amphitheater in Marymoor Park hosts frequent concerts including big name performers.

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Medical facilities

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Transportation

I 405 runs near town. The Seattle Airport is very close.

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Valuable Links

Washington retirement guide
Wikipedia entry for Redmond

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Facts about REDMOND

State: WA
Environment: Suburban,Coastal,
City Population: 50,001-100,000
Median age of Population: 25-44
Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
Median HH Income: 80,000+
Average Home Price (MLS): $500,001+
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
Total Crime Index: 81-90 (low)
Cost of Living Index: 121+ (very high)
Culture Index: 111-120 (high)
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Income Tax: No
Name of the Guide: boomer1

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