Why Live in Manette
Manette, a neighborhood in Bremerton, blends city and coastal living with sidewalks connecting it to the Puget Sound’s shores and downtown businesses. Downtown Manette, extending from 11th Street to Shore Drive, is known for its charming, walkable streets and locally owned businesses, such as Two Sisters jewelry store, Paul’s Flowers, and The Boat Shed restaurant. The area offers various things to do, including picnicking at Bachmann Park, playing sports at Manette Park, and skating at the Bremerton Ice Center. The Bremerton Family YMCA provides additional recreational options with its indoor gymnasium and fitness center. Manette features colorful homes near the water, including 1940s Cape Cod cottages and a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and condominiums. Properties on the hill offer views of Olympic Mountain and the shipyard, while waterfront homes are often raised to mitigate flooding risks. The Manette Bridge connects the neighborhood to Downtown Bremerton, facilitating access to events like the annual Bremerton Bridge Blast. Families in Manette are served by the Bremerton School District, with schools like Armin Jahr Elementary, Mountain View Middle School, and Bremerton High School. The neighborhood’s wide roads and proximity to the Bremerton ferry terminal make commuting to Seattle convenient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Manette a good place to live?
Manette is a good place to live. Manette is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Manette is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Manette has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $105,203 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Manette are home owners, with 45.6% of residents renting and 54.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Manette can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Manette neighborhood guide.
Is Manette, WA a safe neighborhood?
Manette, WA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Manette?
The median home price in Manette is $384,706. If you put a 20% down payment of $76,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $85K a year to afford the median home price in Manette. The average household income in Manette is $105K.
What are the best public schools in Manette?
The best public schools that serve Manette are:
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Are home prices dropping in Manette?
Yes, home prices in Manette are down 17% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Manette, WA
On average, homes in Manette, Bremerton sell after 112 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Manette, Bremerton over the last 12 months is $384,423, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$384,423
Median Single Family Sale Price
$376,997
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$384,423
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$314,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$342
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$384,706
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-25%
