Why Live in Dorre Don
Dorre Don in Hobart is a scenic neighborhood characterized by its proximity to the Cedar River and forested, hilly terrain. Homes here range from 1950s to 1980s ramblers to custom homes built between the 1980s and 2010s, with large lots and long driveways. The area features small parks like Patrick's Faire Park and Belmont Woods Park, and the Dorre Don Natural Area, which is crucial for native salmon species. The Cedar River Trail, a 17-mile path, runs through the neighborhood, offering recreational opportunities. Local businesses are sparse, with Hobart Farms Nursery and a few shops near state Routes 18 and 169, including Rainier Valley Coffee and Cascadia Pizza. For more extensive shopping and dining, residents often visit nearby Maple Valley, which hosts the Lost Dutchman Sports Bar and UVA Furem Winery. Maple Valley also offers community events at the Lake Wilderness Arboretum and a seasonal farmers market. Schools in the area are highly rated, with Shadow Lake Elementary, Maple View Middle School, and Tahoma High School all receiving high marks. The neighborhood is safer than the national average and offers relatively easy access to SR-18 and SR-169, making the drive to Bellevue about 20 miles and to Seattle about 27 miles. Public transportation is limited, but DART Route 907 provides service to the Renton Transit Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorre Don a good place to live?
Dorre Don is a good place to live. Dorre Don is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Dorre Don is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Dorre Don has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $176,034 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 52.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Dorre Don are home owners, with 13.4% of residents renting and 86.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Dorre Don can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Dorre Don neighborhood guide.
Is Dorre Don, WA a safe neighborhood?
Dorre Don, 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 Dorre Don?
The median home price in Dorre Don is $874,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $174,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.24%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,300 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $184K a year to afford the median home price in Dorre Don. The average household income in Dorre Don is $176K.
What are the best public schools in Dorre Don?
The best public schools that serve Dorre Don are:
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Are home prices dropping in Dorre Don?
Yes, home prices in Dorre Don are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Dorre Don, WA
On average, homes in Dorre Don, Hobart sell after 4 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Dorre Don, Hobart over the last 12 months is $1,247,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,247,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$875,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$512
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$874,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
