The community’s location on the west-facing slopes of Puget Sound provides many amenities, including extensive views of the water and Olympic Mountains, access to beaches and waterfront parks, and compact downtown area.

As of April 2007, the population of the City of Edmonds has grown to 40,760. The rate of population growth has been relatively stable at about 1% per year with major increases occurring primarily as a result of annexations in the 1960s and 1970s. Based on forecasted continued growth at 1% per year, the population in 2010 is projected to be 43,650.

The Edmonds Chamber of Commerce was founded over 100 years ago and plays a major role in the Edmonds community. The Chamber sponsors several events throughout the year 4th of July celebration, A Taste of Edmonds, David Stern Golf Tournament, Classic Car Show, Halloween Festival, and Tree lighting.  The Edmonds Chamber is preparing for the largest event of the summer “A Taste of Edmonds”  A Taste of Edmonds is August 12-14th. Located in the Civic Play-field this will be the 29th birthday of A Taste of Edmonds featuring 3 full days of  fun, food, drinks, and great entertainment in downtown Edmonds.

Voted one of the “Top 100 North American Festivals”, there’s fun for everyone.

This Stunning 180-degree Puget Sound/Olympic Mountain/Whidbey Island View from beautiful 3,901sf Talbot Park home. Serene 1/2 acre perched high above cul-de-sac. Gourmet Kitchen, Master Suite w/fireplace/walk in closet & french doors open to fabulous Wrap Around Deck! Views from virtually every room including basement level which boasts potential mother in-law w/private entrance & very cool 1950′s diner style kitchen. Hot tub, huge laundry/project room, study/den, RV parking, prof landscaped & lots more. Priced to sell @ $685,000 for a private showing contact ^the Cobbin Group of exprealty