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The Luxe Local List: Kitsap’s Best High-End Neighborhoods for Waterfront Views & Luxury Living

Explore Kitsap County’s most prestigious neighborhoods—from Lemolo’s Liberty Bay waterfront to Bainbridge Island’s elite enclaves—in this exclusive guide for luxury buyers.
Ashley Grimes  |  August 15, 2025

Welcome to the Luxe Side of Kitsap

Whether you're relocating from Seattle or California, or you're a Kitsap County local looking for something elevated, this curated guide will introduce you to Kitsap's most desirable luxury neighborhoods. As a real estate agent who understands the rhythm of high-end living and the value of privacy, view corridors, and intentional design—this is the list you didn’t know you needed.


1. Bainbridge Island: Waterfront Prestige with Ferry Access

Wing Point offers exclusive waterfront homes just minutes from the ferry, with nearby access to the golf club and established tree-lined streets.

Fort Ward provides peaceful luxury in a more residential setting, with many homes offering scenic views or water access.

Why buyers love it: Proximity to Seattle, refined architecture, upscale community amenities, and island charm.


2. Poulsbo: Scenic Elegance in Lemolo

Lemolo Shore Drive is home to a stunning mix of waterfront estates, modern builds, and timeless properties with panoramic views of Liberty Bay and the Olympic Mountains.

Why buyers love it: Quiet, upscale waterfront living just minutes from downtown Poulsbo—where elegance, privacy, and views intersect.


3. Kingston: Hidden Coastal Retreats

Eglon and Gamble Bay are home to gated luxury estates, private beaches, forested driveways, and stunning panoramic vistas.

Why buyers love it: The perfect balance of seclusion and convenience with easy ferry access to Seattle—ideal for second homes or full-time luxury living.


4. Silverdale & Seabeck: Elevated Mountain & Canal Views

Olympic View and Seabeck Highlands offer custom homes perched above Hood Canal with sweeping mountain views. Acreage options are also available.

Why buyers love it: Unmatched sunsets, peaceful surroundings, and high-end construction—all with proximity to Silverdale’s growing amenities and schools.


Luxe Property Styles in Kitsap

  • Modern farmhouses on acreage

  • Low-bank waterfront estates with docks or moorings

  • Architectural custom homes with legacy design and generational appeal


Living the Luxe Lifestyle in Kitsap

Explore the lifestyle that complements your dream home:

  • Fine Dining: Agate Pass Café, Heyday Farm, The Loft, Mossback

  • Top Schools: Hyla School, Bainbridge Island Montessori, CK High, and other private options

  • Amenities: Full-service marinas, equestrian properties, boutique fitness studios, and vibrant art galleries


Kitsap County Luxury Market Snapshot

  • Price Range: $900K–$2.5M+

  • Expectations: Limited inventory, premium craftsmanship, and rare parcels with water or mountain views

  • Pro Tip: The most coveted properties are often sold off-market. Partnering with an experienced local agent gives you access to hidden gems.

Want a curated list of off-market luxury listings? [Click here to get the insider scoop.]


Client Snapshot: The Waterfront Win

"Ashley found us a waterfront home in Lemolo we would’ve never discovered without her. We wake up to Liberty Bay views and feel like we’re on vacation every day."


Let’s Curate Your Luxe Move

Looking for something specific? Want a private showing of Kitsap’s best-kept luxury secrets?

✉️ Send me a DM or book a 1:1 Luxe Buyer Consultation.

You deserve more than just a home—you deserve a lifestyle.

Ashley Grimes
Your Kitsap County Real Estate Advisor
www.homewithgrimes.com

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