Bothell is located partly in Snohomish and King counties, 12 miles northeast of Seattle, along the north end of Lake Washington. Home to more than 30,000 residents, the highly respected  School Districts are a significant reason why families buy Bothell real estate.

Bothell is now a thriving residential and commercial hub, connected to outlying communities by a convenient freeway system. Easy access to Interstate 5, Interstate 405, Highway 522, and Highway 520 transports Bothell residents to Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Mill Creek or Lynnwood – average commute time is  half an hour or less.

Bothell features a well-developed  parks and recreation system.

Distinct neighborhoods with their own shopping centers are scattered about the Bothell countryside.

Canyon Park has many well built homes from the 1970s and many newer homes. New construction in the Thrasher's Corner area is rapidly being built by many reputable developers and builders.

Housing prices for Bothell real estate vary widely.  The average sales price of a home in Bothell in July 2006 was $535,000. As of August 1st, 2006, available homes prices were ranging from $325,000 to $2,490,000.

• School Districts:  Northshore School District - Everett School District

• City of Bothell information site

• King Country Transportation System

• Snohomish County information site

SHOPPING:

• Alderwood Mall

• Thrasher's Corner/Safeway Shopping Center

• Canyon Park Business Center

• Mill Creek Center

• Totem Lake Mall