Somerset

Hillside homes with city and mountain views.

Overview

Somerset began in the 1960s, built into the western slope of Cougar Mountain. Homes are arranged on terraced lots to follow the hillside, many positioned for light and expansive views. The area is set between I-90 and Cougar Mountain, offering residential streets with natural elevation and proximity to parks and nearby commercial centers.

Local Lifestyle

Steady routines with scenic views.

Somerset’s hillside setting brings sweeping views and a steady rhythm. The neighborhood rec club and nearby parks offer year-round ways to enjoy the outdoors.

Daily Life, Seen From the Inside

  • Late afternoon light across west-facing decks and upstairs windows
  • Quiet streets lined with slow-moving routines — deliveries, yardwork, and the occasional wave
  • Views that stretch past Lake Washington toward downtown Seattle
  • Front lawns with trimmed hedges and mailboxes framed by long afternoon shadows

Who This Place Speaks To

Somerset offers elevation, views, and long-term appeal — ideal for those seeking:

  • You’re drawn to hillside neighborhoods with west-facing outlooks and light
  • You appreciate larger lots and multi-level home layouts
  • You’re planning to stay in one place and prefer stable communities
  • You value proximity to Bellevue parks, trails, and arterial connections without feeling commercial

Positioned on the slope of Cougar Mountain, Somerset offers long-range views, terraced lots, and varied architectural updates. Streets are designed with limited through movement, and many homes offer outdoor space or privacy due to elevation. Located near regional parks, arterial roads, and within the Bellevue School District attendance zones, it combines location with a sense of separation.

What To Love:

Elevated views, privacy, and connection to top schools.

Drawbacks:

Hillside charm with access and maintenance considerations.

Steeper streets may present seasonal driving challenges. School boundaries vary, and while many homes are updated, some remain in earlier condition.

Schools

Somerset is part of the Bellevue School District and includes access to several of the area's highest-performing public schools. The following schools are possible schools you may expect.

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Elementary Schools

Somerset Elementary

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Tyee Middle School

Middle Schools

03

Newport High School

High Schools

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