New Homes for Sale in the Greater Seattle, WA Area
Known as the Emerald City for its year-round lush greenery, Seattle, Washington, and the surrounding areas contain the three most populous counties in the state: King, Snohomish, and Pierce. Considered part of the greater Puget Sound region, Seattle's backdrop showcases beautiful snow-capped mountains, including iconic Mount Rainier, and picturesque Lake Washington and Puget Sound scenes. Home to a booming tech industry, the Seattle metro area attracts talent from around the world to call this beautiful locale home. Toll Brothers offers a variety of new construction homes in the greater Seattle area including communities with single-level living, townhomes, traditional two-story homes, views, and options for luxury outdoor living.
Neighborhoods & Communities in the Seattle, WA Area
Whether you are looking for a highly rated school district, a serene setting, or proximity to major employment centers, you'll find it when you build your new construction home in Seattle. The eastside refers to the suburbs of Seattle located on the east side of Lake Washington, including Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Sammamish, Issaquah, Bothell, and Kenmore, with downtown Bellevue being the core. In recent years, Bellevue has begun to rival Seattle since it is now the third-largest city in the Seattle metropolitan area. Some of the world's largest technology companies are headquartered on the eastside, include Microsoft in Redmond.
If you prefer to be a little closer nature, you may choose to look for a new home in North Bend near the Snoqualmie River and in the shadow of Mount Si, or in Black Diamond just an hour from skiing at either Crystal Mountain or Summit at Snoqualmie, both in King County. Maybe you prefer the warmth of a small town like Duvall, known for its annual Duvall Days Festival. Marysville and Lake Stevens to the north of Seattle offer an even more relaxed lifestyle, perfect for enjoying time with family and friends. You will find it all in the Seattle area, and Toll Brothers has a wide variety of luxury homes available for every lifestyle.
What to Expect Living in the Seattle, WA Area
When you build a new construction home in the Seattle area, you'll enjoy living in a city surrounded by water and mountains with incredible scenery. Although the area carries the reputation for being damp and cloudy, it actually accumulates less rainfall than New York City annually. And there is nothing better than summer in Seattle with the perfect mix of high temperatures and low humidity. Residents get to enjoy four seasons and year-round mild temperatures that make the Seattle area even more desirable. The best way to navigate the Puget Sound region is by car, especially to explore outside of the city. The light rail line does connect Seatac International Airport to downtown Seattle and the University of Washington and is in the process of expanding north to Lynnwood and east to Redmond.
The technology industry is thriving in the Seattle region, deeply rooted by homegrown giants Amazon and Microsoft, along with Expedia and Nintendo. Facebook, Google, and other Bay Area companies also have satellite offices here. But other industries such as aerospace and retail/fashion drive the local economy as well, with Boeing, REI, Nordstrom, Starbucks, Costco, and Blue Origin all headquartered in the area. Housing is in high demand with many people relocating to the area for employment making Seattle the best place to build your new construction home. Plus, Toll Brothers luxury communities are located near major employment hubs.
Places and Activities in the Greater Seattle Area
Adventure is a given in the Puget region. Recreation is a huge draw for people moving to the area and for those already here. In the summer, the mountains call for endless hikes with the Cascade Mountains, Olympic Mountains, and Mount Rainier all close enough for a day trip. In the winter, skiing and snowboarding are nearby at Crystal Mountain, Stevens Pass, Summit at Snoqualmie, and Mount Baker, or you can choose to cozy up in a wood cabin in the mountains for a serene getaway. If you love the water, Seattle, Washington is the ideal location for building your new construction home. Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish are great spots for kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, swimming, and wakeboarding. The Puget Sound is a unique inlet of the Pacific Ocean offering boaters a protected area to explore that is completely unique to the area. The San Juan Islands to the north are popular for a weekend getaway.
The Seattle area is also known for its impressive dining scene, with fresh seafood and some of the best sushi out of Japan. Coffee is inherent to the Seattle culture and even though it is the birthplace of Starbucks there are also many independent roasteries and coffee and tea bars throughout the region. Craft breweries abound as well, and Woodinville wine county is a destination on the eastside. If sports are more your speed, Seattle fans love their teams, including the beloved Seahawks and Sounders, the Seattle Storm, Seattle Mariners, and the newest addition, the hockey team, Seattle Kraken.
With the perfect balance of city and adventure Seattle, Washington is the ideal location to buy your new construction home. Open, modern floor plans, inspired exterior options, and outdoor living can all be found in expertly designed Toll Brothers homes. View our communities by home type below: