2420 82nd Avenue NE

Handsome, timeless 1962 Northwest Contemporary set on a nearly 16,000 SF lot in coveted Medina, just minutes to downtown Bellevue and SR-520. Remodeled and expanded by Repass and Fulton Architects in the tradition of the Northwest Regional Style. Landscape architect Kazumi Uyeta's mature, beautifully composed gardens surround the home on all sides, creating a rare sense of privacy and enclosure. Vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, skylights, rich oak hardwoods, and exceptional natural light define the expansive main floor, oriented to the gardens and trees beyond. The fireplace, with its custom copper surround, anchors the generous open-plan living space. The chef's kitchen features custom fir cabinetry, slab granite counters, Sub-Zero fridge, Viking 6-burner range, wine fridge, and a large central island with prep sink and seating for five or more. A wraparound entertaining deck connects to the spa courtyard and gardens below. Privately situated on the main floor, the primary suite is its own retreat — soaring vaulted ceilings with exposed Doug fir framing, a walk-in closet, built-in cabinetry, and a five-piece bath with jetted tub and double vanity. Downstairs, three large bedrooms, a full bath, laundry room, and a rec room open directly to the gardens. Notable extras: thick-cut cedar shake roof, wood windows, fresh interior paint, greenhouse, and lower level office with Dutch door. Bellevue School District. A rare home whose quality and design only get better with age.