Located on a plateau, Sammamish is bordered by Lake Sammamish to the west and the Snoqualmie Valley to the east. First-time visitors to Sammamish are usually struck by the beautiful backdrop of green, rolling hills. Spoiler alert: that feeling never goes away.  The small-town atmosphere blends with its suburban character and unique urban conveniences. Multiple parks and lakes make it a family friendly environment and diverse community. Just south of the city is Lake Sammamish State Park which includes a 512-acre day-use park with many waterfront opportunities. Sammamish has also hosted three major PGA golf tournaments at the Sahalee Country Club and is even home to its own symphony.

What to Expect: Nestled conveniently between the city and the mountains, this young city offers easy access to Seattle’s tech giants to the west and incredible hiking trails to the east.

The Lifestyle: It is rare to find a city that cares this much about its communities, but that’s what makes Sammamish so special.

Unexpected Appeal: People who are attracted to this growing city are the kind who don’t pay attention to the weather -- they swim, bike, and hike regardless of the season.

National Ranking

Money Magazine recently rated Sammamish the ninth best neighborhood in America, based on the economy, diversity, public education, cost of living, crime rates, and more.