Why Live in Pleasant Glade
Pleasant Glade in Lacey features a diverse housing stock, with contemporary two-story Craftsman-style homes, midcentury ranch-style homes, split-levels, and manufactured homes in the Alonda Villa development. The neighborhood's mature trees and landscaping contribute to its established feel. The Chehalis Western Trail, a 22-mile rail trail popular with cyclists and joggers, runs along the west edge, while Pleasant Glade Park offers unpaved trails through 40 acres of woods and fields. Although Pleasant Glade is entirely residential, it is conveniently located near Lacey’s largest commercial district, just 1 to 2 miles away, featuring big box stores, supermarkets like Fred Meyer and Albertsons, and various dining options, including Dirty Dave’s Pizza Parlor. The neighborhood is also adjacent to Providence St. Peter Hospital. Pleasant Glade is within a few miles of downtown Olympia, which hosts major festivals such as Capitol Lakefair and Olympia Harbor Days. Interstate 5 provides easy commuting to Olympia and Joint Base Lewis-McChord, with downtown Olympia less than 4 miles away and JBLM 15 miles away. Bus service is limited, but cycling is popular due to the Chehalis Western Trail. The neighborhood is served by North Thurston Public Schools, with Pleasant Glade Elementary, Chinook Middle School, and North Thurston High School, all within walking distance and highly rated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pleasant Glade a good place to live?
Pleasant Glade is a good place to live. Pleasant Glade is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Pleasant Glade is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 43. The average household income is $110,490 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 36.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Pleasant Glade are home owners, with 29.6% of residents renting and 70.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Pleasant Glade can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Pleasant Glade neighborhood guide.
Is Pleasant Glade, WA a safe neighborhood?
Pleasant Glade, 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 Pleasant Glade?
The median home price in Pleasant Glade is $654,995. If you put a 20% down payment of $131,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,260 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $140K a year to afford the median home price in Pleasant Glade. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Pleasant Glade is $110K.
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Home Trends in Pleasant Glade, WA
On average, homes in Pleasant Glade, Lacey sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Pleasant Glade, Lacey over the last 12 months is $644,995, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$644,995
Median Single Family Sale Price
$649,995
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$239,250
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$239,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$261
Number of Homes for Sale
35
Last 12 months Home Sales
265
Median List Price
$654,995
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
