Old Maps of Bellevue, Washington for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Bellevue with 31 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Bellevue has changed over the decades.


Bellevue, WA maps

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  1. 1895 Map of Snohomish, 1954 Print
    1895 Map of Snohomish, 1954 Print
    1895 Snohomish
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Puget Sound region in the late nineteenth century is documented here as Seattle and Everett rapidly expand via a growing rail network. Genealogists and historians can trace early waterfront settlements and inland junctions such as Mukilteo, Woodinville, and the grounds of Ft. Lawton.

  2. 1897 Map of Seattle
    1897 Map of Seattle
    1897 Seattle
    1897 Print · USGS
    The Puget Sound region is seen here in the late nineteenth century as the rail-and-water economy flourished. Genealogists and historians can trace early landings and rail stops like Curtis Landing, Moorland, and Kirkland Junction.
    10 unique versions available

  3. 1950 Map of Redmond, 1956 Print
    1950 Map of Redmond, 1956 Print
    1950 Redmond
    1956 Print · USGS
    Redmond and the northern shores of Lake Sammamish are shown here in the early fifties before the rapid expansion of the Seattle suburbs. Researchers can trace the Northern Pacific line or locate small settlements like Adelaide, White, and Kenilworth.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1950 Map of Mercer Island, 1956 Print
    1950 Map of Mercer Island, 1956 Print
    1950 Mercer Island
    1956 Print · USGS
    Lake Washington’s eastern shores and the central expanse of MERCER ISLAND are captured here during the early 1950s. Researchers can locate vanished landmarks like the Bellevue Airfield, the Burbank Boys Sch, and the old mining community of Newcastle.
    4 unique versions available

  5. 1950 Map of Issaquah, 1956 Print
    1950 Map of Issaquah, 1956 Print
    1950 Issaquah
    1956 Print · USGS
    Issaquah and the eastern shores of Sammamish Lake are captured in the early 1950s before the arrival of modern interstate highways. Trace old transit lines like the Northern Pacific railroad and find local landmarks such as the Issaquah Airport and Monohon.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 1950 Map of Kirkland, 1956 Print
    1950 Map of Kirkland, 1956 Print
    1950 Kirkland
    1956 Print · USGS
    The King County shoreline on the eve of major suburban growth shows a landscape tied to the water and rail. Trace early neighborhoods and landmarks like the Seattle-Kirkland Ferry, the Northern Pacific line, and Bridle Trail State Park.
    4 unique versions available

  7. 1958 Map of Seattle, 1966 Print
    1958 Map of Seattle, 1966 Print
    1958 Seattle
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Puget Sound region in the mid-fifties showcases a balance of urban growth and Olympic wilderness. Trace the industrial waterfronts of Tacoma, old naval facilities like Keyport Naval Res, and mountain peaks like Mount Constance.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1962 Map of Seattle
    1962 Map of Seattle
    1962 Seattle
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Puget Sound region and Olympic Peninsula are shown at a peak of mid-century growth. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Pacific Coast RR or locate landmarks such as Fort Lawton and the Bothell Power Station.

  9. 1975 Map of Seattle, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Seattle, 1977 Print
    1975 Seattle
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Puget Sound region in the mid-seventies shows a landscape of rapid suburban growth and vital maritime industry. Researchers can trace the development of Eastside hubs like Bellevue or examine the rail and naval infrastructure of Bremerton and Paine Field.

  10. 1983 Map of Bellevue South
    1983 Map of Bellevue South
    1983 Bellevue South
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Eastside area between Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish was rapidly developing into a major suburban hub in the early eighties. Researchers can trace neighborhood growth through Beaux Arts Village, locate family records at Sunset Hills Mem Park (Cem), or follow the old Burlington Northern line.

  11. 1992 Map of Seattle, 1993 Print
    1992 Map of Seattle, 1993 Print
    1992 Seattle
    1993 Print · USGS
    The Seattle metropolitan area and Puget Sound are shown here in the early nineties during a period of rapid suburban and technological growth. Researchers can trace the development of Mercer Island, locate the Bangor Naval Submarine Base, and study the industrial layout of Boeing Field.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 2011 Map of Redmond, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Redmond, 2011 Print
    2011 Redmond
    2011 Print · USGS
    The Eastside suburbs of Redmond and Sammamish show significant residential growth and recreational development during the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace the layout of neighborhoods like Hollywood Hill, explore the Redmond Watershed, and locate lakeside points like Sammamish Landing at 520.

  13. 2011 Map of Mercer Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Mercer Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Mercer Island
    2011 Print · USGS
    The Eastside of Lake Washington is shown here during its period of rapid modern expansion. Researchers can trace established neighborhoods from Bellevue to Newcastle, identifying local landmarks like the Bellevue Botanical Garden and the Will Rogers Wiley Post Meml Seaplane Base.

  14. 2011 Map of Issaquah, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Issaquah, 2011 Print
    2011 Issaquah
    2011 Print · USGS
    Issaquah and the eastern shores of Lake Sammamish are captured here just after the first decade of the millennium. Researchers can trace the layout of Issaquah, identify the location of Hillside Cemetery, and locate industrial sites like the Lakeside Gravel Pit.

  15. 2011 Map of Kirkland, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Kirkland, 2011 Print
    2011 Kirkland
    2011 Print · USGS
    The Eastside of Lake Washington is captured here in detail during a period of significant suburban maturity. Researchers can trace the development of neighborhoods like Juanita and Rose Hill or locate landmarks such as Everest Memorial Park and Bastyr University.

  16. 2014 Map of Redmond, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Redmond, 2014 Print
    2014 Redmond
    2014 Print · USGS
    Redmond and the Sammamish plateau are shown during a period of significant growth in the early 2010s. Researchers can locate established neighborhoods like Kenilworth, trace the Sammamish River corridor, or find landmarks like Sammamish Landing.

  17. 2014 Map of Issaquah, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Issaquah, 2014 Print
    2014 Issaquah
    2014 Print · USGS
    King County's Eastside suburbs and the peaks of the Issaquah Alps are caught in a moment of significant growth during the early 2010s. Researchers can locate long-standing landmarks like Hillside Cem and the Sammamish Bible Camp alongside modern developments and the City of Issaquah Watershed.

  18. 2014 Map of Mercer Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Mercer Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Mercer Island
    2014 Print · USGS
    Mercer Island and the Bellevue shoreline appear in the mid-2010s as mature suburban landscapes. Genealogists and local historians can locate Mercer Island Town Center, family landmarks like Calkins Point, and historic sites like Newcastle Landing.

  19. 2014 Map of Kirkland, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Kirkland, 2014 Print
    2014 Kirkland
    2014 Print · USGS
    Lake Washington's eastern shore and the burgeoning tech corridor of the Eastside appear in meticulous detail during this era of rapid growth. Researchers can trace the modern footprints of Kirkland and Redmond while finding established local landmarks like Northwest Univ and the Wayne Golf Course.

  20. 2017 Map of Issaquah, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Issaquah, 2017 Print
    2017 Issaquah
    2017 Print · USGS
    The Eastside suburbs of King County are shown here in the late twenty-teens as they wrap around the shores of Lake Sammamish. Trace the residential growth from Bellevue to Issaquah alongside landmarks like Hillside Cem and Squak Mtn.

  21. 2017 Map of Redmond, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Redmond, 2017 Print
    2017 Redmond
    2017 Print · USGS
    The Eastside of Lake Washington is shown here during a period of significant growth, from the suburban centers to the plateau forests. Researchers can trace the development of Union Hill-Novelty Hill and find landmarks like Redmond Reservoir and Ring Hill.

  22. 2017 Map of Kirkland, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Kirkland, 2017 Print
    2017 Kirkland
    2017 Print · USGS
    The Eastside of Lake Washington is shown here during a period of intense suburban and institutional growth. Researchers can trace the development of Kirkland and Redmond while locating landmarks like Northwest University and the Tolt Pipeline Trail.

  23. 2017 Map of Mercer Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Mercer Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Mercer Island
    2017 Print · USGS
    The eastern shores of Lake Washington are shown in high detail during the late 2010s, from the wealthy enclaves of Medina to the heights of Newcastle. Researchers can trace local landmarks like the Renton Municipal Airport, Sunset Hills Memorial Park, and the unique layout of Beaux Arts Village.

  24. 2020 Map of Issaquah, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Issaquah, 2020 Print
    2020 Issaquah
    2020 Print · USGS
    Sammamish and Issaquah are shown in 2020 as dense residential hubs nestled between the lake shore and the high peaks of the Issaquah Alps. Researchers can trace local development around Pine Lake, identify the historic Hillside Cem, or map the drainage of Tibbetts Cr.

  25. 2020 Map of Mercer Island, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Mercer Island, 2020 Print
    2020 Mercer Island
    2020 Print · USGS
    Greater Seattle's eastern suburbs and the entirety of Mercer Island are shown here during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace residential growth through neighborhoods like Beaux Arts Village and Bryn Mawr, or locate family sites near Sunset Hills Memorial Park.

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