The Best Neighborhoods in Bellevue, WA

Interesting fact: Bellevue means "Beautiful View" in French. 

We know it sounds obvious, but it's still worth mentioning because Bellevue, Washington is indeed a beautiful sight.  

Just look at it 😍 

(📷 Adventure Girl)

And this is just from one angle. 

AND they named this beautiful city back in the 1880s—can you imagine how breathtaking it must have been back then?  

It’s like living in a city in a park—which is, by the way, a term Bellevue is also known for because it does feel like you’re inside this wonderful bubble park in a busy place. 

Almost half of Bellevue is nature, and it is located between Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish, with great views of the Cascades and Olympic Mountains. 

Now who does not want to live here? 

4 Best Neighborhoods in Bellevue, Washington 

A beautiful city comes with beautiful neighborhoods, 16 of them to be exact. 

 (🖼️ BellevueWA.gov) 

How do you decide where to live in a beautiful state? 

Let’s narrow it down! 

Let’s take a look at the best neighborhoods in Bellevue. 

1. Downtown Bellevue 

The heart of Bellevue. If your work is located here and you want a short commute, look no further, you may want to live in Downtown Bellevue. It has that city living energy you would truly enjoy such as easy access to the nightlife and walking distance to good shops and restaurants, good parks, cultural centers, and even to a shopping center, the Bellevue Square 😉 

 
2. Crossroads 

If your work is located in Downtown Bellevue but you don’t want to live there and you want to live somewhere close and has the quiet-life, pet-friendly, everything-is-accessible-by-walking, and easy-access-to-the-outdoor-lifestyle kind of environment, Crossroads is the neighborhood for you. 

 
3. Bel/Red’s Spring District 

They say you are living the best of both worlds when you choose to live in the Spring District. It has the quiet neighborhood vibe but you still get to experience the exciting city life. Easy commute to Downtown Bellevue, easy access to the East Link Light Rail, and conveniently close to both indoor activities (dining and shopping) and outdoor (nature walks and hiking trails).  

4. Eastgate 

Family-friendly, close to parks and schools, easy access to public transportation. Just like Downtown Bellevue, there's also a nearby shopping mall called Factoria Mall. Generally known as a nice neighborhood in Bellevue. Why look anywhere else when you can have it all right here? 
 

5. West Lake Sammamish 

If you want to live in a mostly residential area, go for West Lake Sammamish. It’s a family-oriented community and surrounded by nature. It’s one of the peaceful neighborhoods in Bellevue, especially with its scenic waterfront views.  

 
6. Woodridge 

Your typical quiet residential neighborhood for raising a family. It’s close to schools for the kids, close to the office areas for the adults, and just a short distance to Downtown Bellevue, allowing you to enjoy the city life whenever you want.  

Find Your Perfect Neighborhood in Bellevue 

Even after more than a century, Bellevue still lives up to its name as a Beautiful View. 

These are just the top six neighborhoods generally recommended when people say they want to live in Bellevue, WA but don’t know where to start looking.   

Experience the beauty of Bellevue by exploring the other 10 neighborhoods. The ideal neighborhood for you is out there. You simply have to go out there and look for it 🏘️✨ 

If you need help with finding your perfect neighborhood—and your perfect home—WithJoy.AI can make things easier, more exciting, and even financially rewarding for you.