Why Live in Burley
Burley, a neighborhood in Bremerton, features a mix of home styles, including minimal traditional homes from the 1950s to 1970s, manufactured homes from the 1980s and 1990s, and newer traditional and Craftsman homes near Horseshoe Lake from the early 2000s. The area is known for its spacious properties, with some estates and farmhouses exceeding $1 million. Horseshoe Lake County Park, spanning 39 acres, is a popular spot for boating, swimming, and fishing, while Gateway Park offers a splash pad, zip line, and playground. Bandix Dog Park in the northeast section provides fenced play areas and trails for dogs. Local amenities include the Burley Store and Yoked Farmhouse & Brewery, which features a playground and seasonal beers. For more extensive shopping, residents travel to Gig Harbor or Port Orchard, both within a 10-mile radius. The neighborhood is connected by Pine Road, Bethel Burley Road SE, and WA-16, providing access to Port Orchard, Gig Harbor, and beyond. The South Kitsap School District serves the area, with Burley-Glenwood Elementary, Cedar Heights Middle, and South Kitsap High School all receiving decent ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burley a good place to live?
Burley is a good place to live. Burley is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Burley is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Burley has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $120,674 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 25.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Burley are home owners, with 14.3% of residents renting and 85.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Burley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Burley neighborhood guide.
Is Burley, WA a safe neighborhood?
Burley, WA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Burley?
The median home price in Burley is $484,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $97,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,510 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K a year to afford the median home price in Burley. The average household income in Burley is $121K.
What are the best public schools in Burley?
The best public schools that serve Burley are:
What are the best private schools in Burley?
The best private schools that serve Burley are:
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Are home prices dropping in Burley?
Yes, home prices in Burley are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Burley, WA
On average, homes in Burley, Bremerton sell after 93 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Burley, Bremerton over the last 12 months is $415,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$415,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$488,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$484,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
