Blackbird neighborhood in Redmond, Washington

Explore Downtown Redmond

Redmond, WA is a small town with a big-city backdrop. Located on the edge of Seattle, it's like a quaint little village that’s been hyper-modernized with dining and activity options amid the area’s prominent tech employers.

Close to everything outdoors, Redmond is an emerging hotspot for the young and the young-at-heart. It's the bicycle capital of the Northwest! And if you're looking for culture, you'll find it here: wine tastings, poetry readings, theater, music, performance art in the summer, a variety of galleries and more. There is truly something for everyone in downtown Redmond.

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Something For Everyone

Employees near Blackbird in Redmond, Washington

Employers

Microsoft

Facebook

Apple

Google

Smartsheet

Bar near Blackbird in Redmond, Washington

Food & Drink

Woodblock

Sam’s Tavern

Canyons Restaurant

Molly Moon’s

Tipsy Cow Redmond

Mountain bike trails near Blackbird in Redmond, Washington

Entertainment

CrossFit Redmond

Dudley Carter Park

Luke McRedmond Landing

iPic Theaters

Pacific Music

Graduates near Blackbird in Redmond, Washington

Schools

Redmond Elementary School

Redmond Middle School

Redmond High School

Dog walking in the park near Blackbird in Redmond, Washington

Get Away From It All

On the edge of Seattle, Redmond is the perfect escape from city life. There are plenty of choices available near Blackbird for outdoor adventures: Whether you’re picnicking along the Sammamish River Trail or organizing doggy play dates at Marymoor Park, there’s always something to do in Downtown Redmond. You can spend a night out on the town or just have a few friends over for a private BBQ, without ever having to venture far from home.

Walk, Drive, or Ride the Rails

Blackbird Apartments puts you right in the heart of Downtown Redmond, where getting around couldn't be easier. Hop on SR 520 for a quick drive to Bellevue, Kirkland, or beyond — or head to Redmond Town Center for an afternoon of shopping and dining, just minutes away. 

Prefer to leave the car behind? No problem. Blackbird is surrounded by robust public transportation options. The Redmond Transit Center is right around the corner, connecting you to King County Metro routes serving the greater Eastside. And with the Sound Transit 2 Line's Downtown Redmond Station steps from your door, you can ride the light rail directly to Bellevue, Mercer Island, and the broader regional rail network — with a full connection across Lake Washington to Seattle on the way. The active, connected lifestyle that Redmond offers is yours to explore from right here.

Signage for 2 Line at Downtown Redmond Link Station
Credit: Sound Transit

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