Why Live in Marine Drive
Marine Drive in Bremerton features single-family homes built between the 1930s and 1970s, including minimal traditional and ranch-style houses, as well as colorful Craftsman waterfront properties. The neighborhood is characterized by its wooded surroundings and limited traffic due to its single main road. N.A.D. Park, divided by Highway 3, offers over 2 miles of dirt trails, a shoreline footpath along Oyster Bay, and a disc golf course. Evergreen Rotary Park, located 4 miles east, provides boat slips, a volleyball court, a playground, and hosts the Bremerton Farmers Market with live music and artisan crafts from May to October. Dining options include Brother Don’s Bar & Grill, known for live music, and The Dugout Sports Bar & Grill, both situated along Kitsap Way. For convenience, R & H Market and Safeway are nearby. Downtown Bremerton, 3 miles southeast, features The Game Wizard and Blue Sky Hobbies, a hobby store with a basement tavern. Marine Drive offers easy access to Kitsap Way and Highway 3, connecting residents to Silverdale in 8 miles and the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in 3 miles. Ferries from downtown Bremerton travel to Seattle, Port Orchard, and Annapolis. The neighborhood is zoned for the Bremerton School District, with schools receiving mixed ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marine Drive a good place to live?
Marine Drive is a good place to live. Marine Drive is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Marine Drive has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $97,154 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22% of residents. A majority of residents in Marine Drive are home owners, with 25.3% of residents renting and 74.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Marine Drive can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Marine Drive neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Marine Drive?
The median home price in Marine Drive is $348,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $78K a year to afford the median home price in Marine Drive. The average household income in Marine Drive is $97K.
What are the best public schools in Marine Drive?
The best public schools that serve Marine Drive are:
What are the best private schools in Marine Drive?
The best private schools that serve Marine Drive are:
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Are home prices dropping in Marine Drive?
Yes, home prices in Marine Drive are down 60% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Marine Drive, WA
On average, homes in Marine Drive, Bremerton sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Marine Drive, Bremerton over the last 12 months is $326,000, down 72% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$326,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$326,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$175
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$348,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-72%
