 The area was settled in the late 1800's, and as a neighborhood became well established in the 1960's. Now, Richmond Beach is quiet, very residential, with much community stability. It boasts large lots and an excellent school system. Like the Shoreline area itself, it is "close to everything." The housing stock was built beginning in the late 1950's up to the present, with the bulk going in during late 1960's. The housing styles include ramblers, ramblers with daylight basements, splits, tri-levels, and multi-levels and large family homes. There are also houses with water views or in proximity to water views. You will find that lots are bigger here than in Seattle and, in general, a better buy for your money than the metropolitan neighborhoods. Amenities include many, which are attractive to families: parks (including Richmond Beach County Park on Puget Sound), a nationally acclaimed school system, sports leagues and a library. Richmond Beach is largely a "bedroom community," with most residents employed at such companies as Boeing in Seattle and Everett, the Eastside software companies and various downtown government jobs. You will find shopping along major thoroughfares; with the convenient access to Everett and Seattle via Highway 99 or Interstate 5, many people also do their shopping at Northgate or Alderwood Mall, or along Aurora Avenue. |
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