High Point, WA
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About High Point
- • Musician Kenny G graduated from Franklin High School, near High Point.
- • The Seattle suburb is known for its diverse community and vibrant cultural scene.
- • Annexation into the city of Seattle helped solidify High Point's place in the region.
- • Before development, the area was largely undeveloped and sparsely populated.
- • The Great Seattle Fire of 1889 spurred growth as people rebuilt westward.
- • "High Point" reflects its elevated location, annexed by Seattle in 1954.
- • With a population of around 6,000, it is smaller than many Seattle neighborhoods.
- • At 520 feet, the neighborhood boasts impressive views of the Olympic Mountains.
- • Many residents work in service industries or commute to downtown Seattle.
- • Experiencing High Point feels like a quiet, close-knit community, full of hidden gems.
- • The Seattle Seahawks, a short drive away, won Super Bowl XLVIII in 2014.
- • The University of Washington Huskies have a strong football rivalry with Washington State.