Mercer Island is considered one of the most desirable places to live. It has seclusion, privacy and the beauty of island living. Five miles long and two miles wide, it is located in the middle of Lake Washington, connected to either shore by Interstate 90. With spectacular views of Puget Sound, Lake Washington, Mount Rainier, the Cascasdes, and the Olympics, the short commute to Seattle, the woodsy quiet setting and the excellent schools. Residents enjoy all of the amenities of living on or near the water.