Bothell is a city located near Lake Washington in the Seattle metropolitan area. With a population of 47,355, it is considered one of the best places to live in Washington, offering a dense suburban environment to its residents. Most people living in Bothell own their homes, and there are many restaurants, coffee shops, and parks to enjoy.

Bothell is situated at the point where the Sammamish River intersects Lake Washington. It covers an area of 13.64 square miles and is in both King and Snohomish counties. The region is also known for having large flocks of crows that roost in Bothell. Most roads in the city are numbered and change names when they cross the county line. Drainage flows into the Sammamish River, or one of its tributaries, and the area has many wetlands.

The city is located 25 minutes northeast of Seattle and sits on the serene Sammamish River, which connects Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish. It is well-known for its high-tech corridor that houses several innovative technology companies. Furthermore, Bothell is home to the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College.

Bothell has 17 subareas for zoning purposes, with four located outside the city limits. These subareas include Bloomberg Hill, Brickyard Road/Queensgate, Canyon Creek/39th Avenue SE, Canyon Park, Country Village/Lake Pleasant, Damson/Logan, Downtown Bothell, Filbert/Winesap, Fitzgerald/35th Avenue SE, Locust/14th Avenue W, Maywood/Beckstrom Hill, North Creek/NE 195th Street, Queensborough/Brentwood/Crystal Springs, Shelton View/Meridian/3rd Avenue SE, Thrasher’s Corner/Red Hawk, Waynita/Simonds/Norway Hill, and Westhill.

Bothell’s exceptional public services and amenities, including parks, libraries, and community centers, contribute to its high quality of life. The city’s diverse population adds to its cultural richness, providing a source of enjoyment for residents.