South End

This is the sunniest part of the island and subsequently one of the most desirable neighborhoods.

 

THE SETTING AND LIFESTYLE

If you are seeking to bask in the glorious sunshine, Bainbridge Island's "Gold Coast" is an enchanting place to be. This stretch of shoreline bends along Rich Passage and exposes homes to the sun from a range of southeasterly to southwesterly property perspectives. Combined with the light-gathering effect that some nautical miles of Puget Sound water in front of these homes achieves, and the result is an uncharacteristic amount of light and sun. So much, in fact, that residents of other island neighborhoods feel quite envious when visiting here, especially during the gloomy winter months. I know one person who moved to a waterfront home on this part of the island because she needed the feeling of eastern Montana's vast open plains.

When the blue sky is out (more often than you may think), residents of South Beach Drive enjoy breathtaking views of the Space Needle and Seattle's skyline, glacier-mantled 14,411-foot Mt. Rainier and other Cascade peaks, and Blake Island State Park. Homeowners along Pleasant Beach Drive can revel in the beauty of the Olympic Mountains and gaze at a countless number of boat types passing by in tight Rich Passage. Heading west on Point White Drive from Lynwood Center gives direct southern exposure and maybe a view of "the mountain" (Mount Rainier) or perhaps an up close and personal look at a thousand foot long United States Navy aircraft carrier or a Washington State Ferry passing by. And as the western section of shoreline bends north and becomes Crystal Springs, the view is all about the big stretch of water and late day sun – till well after 9 o'clock on summer evenings.

South End residents also enjoy proximity to the historic 137-acre Fort Ward Park with hiking trails, picnic areas, 4000-plus feet of public tideland and landmark battlements inviting exploration. Also nearby: the landmark Lynwood Center is as laid-back as it gets for the island's "urban centers" and is emerging as a chic neighborhood with recent growth in restaurants, retail businesses, high-density modern housing options and it can boast a new community pool. Of course, one can't visit the island too long without seeing an independent or foreign film at the 1930's-era art house theater.

BEACH ACCESS

In addition to easy-access, low-bank shoreline that is perfect for beachcombing or water sports, the deep and fast-moving waters of Rich Passage attract an abundance of sea and birdlife, including orca and humpback whales, seals and sea lions, bald eagles, cormorants and Great Blue Heron. Spend enough time wandering the beach or floating with the tides, and you're bound to come across some animals that help you realize just how living on Bainbridge Island is an experience in living in nature.

PRICE TRENDS

In 2023, there were ten residential sales in the South End. The average sale price of a home was $3,201,000 (ranging from $2,010,000 to $3,500,000). Other averages: price per square foot, $1,033; sale to list price ratio, 97.8 %; days on market, 68.

Bainbridge island waterfront homes FOR SALE on the south end of the island

Search listings on the south end of the island and please do contact me with specific questions about any property - I will reply with answers as soon as I am able, usually before the end of the day.

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2
Beds
1 | 1
Baths
1,296
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(38)
 
 
#2208841 | Condo

Listing Firm:COMPASS

Mortgage Calculator and Walk Score details are provided by iHomefinder.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this listing has not been verified and should be verified by the buyer. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. All properties are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal. Neither broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The information on this website is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of Northwest MLS IDX. Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS. Real estate listings held by other brokerage firms are marked with the green "three trees" logo and include the name of the listing broker(s). Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2024 (date and time MLS GRID Data was obtained). All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.Copyright © 2024 Northwest MLS. All rights reserved.
NWMLS - NorthwestMLS data last updated at March 18, 2024 9:44 PM PT

recent waterfront property sales on this bainbridge island shoreline

 

21 Results
2
Beds
2 | 1
Baths
2,340
SqFt
 
 
 
#2129928 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

2
Beds
2 | 1
Baths
3,396
SqFt
 
 
#1910728 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

3
Beds
1 | 2
Baths
2,664
SqFt
 
 
 
#2062455 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: Johansson Clark Real Estate

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

3
Beds
1 | 2
Baths
2,706
SqFt
 
 
 
#2175863 | House

Listing Firm: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty


Selling Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

3
Beds
2 | 1
Baths
2,436
SqFt
 
 
 
#2167511 | House

Listing Firm: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty


Selling Firm: John L. Scott, Inc.

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

2
Beds
1 | 2
Baths
2,659
SqFt
 
 
#1975880 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: COMPASS

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

3
Beds
3
Baths
4,976
SqFt
 
 
#2044248 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

2
Beds
2 | 1
Baths
2,340
SqFt
 
 
 
#2137566 | House

Listing Firm: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty


Selling Firm: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

4
Beds
2 | 2
Baths
4,281
SqFt
 
 
 
#2059247 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

3
Beds
1 | 2
Baths
3,563
SqFt
 
 
 
#1938280 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

4
Beds
1 | 3
Baths
3,130
SqFt
 
 
#2010999 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE West Sound Inc.


Selling Firm: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

2
Beds
2 | 1
Baths
3,064
SqFt
 
 
#1933403 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge


Selling Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

3
Beds
1 | 2
Baths
2,536
SqFt
 
 
#2036226 | House

Listing Firm: Coldwell Banker Bain


Selling Firm: Coldwell Banker Bain

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

2
Beds
1 | 2
Baths
2,501
SqFt
 
 
 
#1954634 | House

Listing Firm: Menees Realty Group


Selling Firm: Coldwell Banker Bain

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

4
Beds
1 | 2
Baths
2,593
SqFt
 
 
 
#2071738 | House

Listing Firm: Windermere RE West Sound Inc.


Selling Firm: Windermere RE Bainbridge

Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

Mortgage Calculator and Walk Score details are provided by iHomefinder.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this listing has not been verified and should be verified by the buyer. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. All properties are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal. Neither broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The information on this website is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of Northwest MLS IDX. Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS. Real estate listings held by other brokerage firms are marked with the green "three trees" logo and include the name of the listing broker(s). Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2024 (date and time MLS GRID Data was obtained). All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.Copyright © 2024 Northwest MLS. All rights reserved.
NWMLS - NorthwestMLS data last updated at March 18, 2024 7:40 PM PT

MORE WATERFRONT NEIGHBORHOODS

Visit the overview page to explore the 10 neighborhoods of waterfront homes on Bainbridge Island or just use this Google My Map or the menu to navigate around the other sections of shoreline. 

I have also assembled a Google My Map for you to explore the quiet streets of these neighborhoods and utilize the several dozen public beach access points on the island.

And if you have questions about how these properties may suit your lifestyle, please just ask me (but first, learn about my expertise in the waterfront homes niche of the Bainbridge Island real estate market).