$840,750Average Value$391Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Rural community near the Stillaguamish River
The rural community of Arlington Heights lies northeast of the city of Arlington, between the two forks of the Stillaguamish River and the Cascade Range foothills. The neighborhood has fewer than 3,000 people spread over roughly 8 square miles. "It's beautiful out there," says Zach Hensrude, managing broker with Re/Max Elite. "Snohomish County is a great place to live. You can be moments away from the Sound or a summit." He says another plus is that Arlington Heights' rural setting is close to the amenities of Arlington and Smokey Point.
Arlington Heights is known for its large green spaces.
Arlington Heights is a rural neighborhood with outdoor activities, wildlife, and more.
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River Meadows Park, Twin Rivers Park
Its mountain- and river-adjacent location makes Arlington Heights an ideal spot for those who love the outdoors. "It's this idea that you're in such a unique area that you have the beauty of coastal and territorial mountain areas in reach. Arlington Heights really offers that. It's not too far from the river but still minutes away from great hiking trails," Hensrude says. Multiple green spaces, including River Meadows County Park, set along the river's south fork, offer access to the Stillaguamish. This park remains largely undeveloped thanks to historical protection acts, though it offers campsites and yurts for rent. Farther north along the river is Country Charm Conservation Area, whose 100 acres are prime for viewing wildlife, including herons, raccoons, beavers and salmon. Meanwhile, Twin Rivers Snohomish County Park marks the river forks' convergence and features a wooded disc golf course and two baseball diamonds.
Arlington Heights is bordered by the Stillaguamish River and several large parks.
Arlington Heights an ideal spot for those who love the outdoors, here at the Stillaguamish.
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Secluded lots in Arlington Heights
Privacy is perhaps Arlington Heights' greatest residential commodity, with many homes settled on generous plots of forest and farmland. Even the smallest lots are typically over an acre. "With more rural living, there's the opportunity to have more land," Hensrude says. Ramblers built in the 1970s through the '80s typically cost $625,000 to $850,000. Contemporary homes from the 1990s and later are priced from $725,000 to $925,000. A renovated vintage home with over 5,300 square feet can sell for $1.2 million; an equestrian facility on over 20 acres for over $2 million. Additionally, the CAP Index crime score for Arlington Heights is 1 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
The homes in Arlington Heights range in variety, textures, and building materials.
Arlington Heights is home to residences with large, equestrian-style plots.
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Eagle Creek Elementary, Post Middle
Public schools include Eagle Creek Elementary School and Post Middle School, which have B grades from Niche. Arlington High School, with a B-plus, battles rival Stanwood High for the annual Stilly Cup, a behemoth football event named after the river. Arlington High's facilities include a sports medicine lab and an agriculture building.
Kids in Arlington Heights attend Eagle Creek Elementary.
Post Middle School in Arlington Heights has a B grade from Niche.
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I-5, commutes to Everett and Skagit County
State Routes 9 and 530 are major roads in the area, and it's less than 10 miles to Interstate 5, which runs west of Arlington Heights. Via I-5, it's about a 45-mile drive to Seattle. "It's quite a jaunt to Seattle," Hensrude says. "Instead, I would say people are commuting to Everett, which has a large aerospace sector." Everett is about 24 miles south. "Or they'd go up into Skagit County, just north. It's another community that has some more industrial companies." With an increase in industrial parks, Arlington is poised to house more companies and offer closer work opportunities.
Some Community Transit bus stops are located along Arlington-Darrington Road, and Arlington includes the Smokey Point Transit Center. The city also is home to the Arlington Municipal Airport, a general aviation facility. For major airlines, people can travel to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, commonly known as Sea-Tac.
Small biz Arlington, big-box Smokey Point
It's less than a 5-mile drive to downtown Arlington and 10 miles to Smokey Point. "As far as one being more appealing than the other, a larger number of the big-box stores and larger anchor tenants are in Smokey Point," Hensrude says. Smokey Point is home to Lakewood Crossing shopping center, Costco, Target, Best Buy and more.
In contrast, Hensrude says Arlington has more of a small-town feel. Businesses include mom-and-pop shops and boutiques. Arlington Pickers antique store, Flowers By George Inc., and The Yarn Outfitter are some Arlington establishments. The Stilly Diner is a breakfast and lunch spot known for its country-fried steak, burgers and sandwiches. A few doors down, Bistro San Martin serves world-inspired regional cuisine made with seasonal ingredients. Arlington's grocers include Safeway and the Grocery Outlet.
Arlington Heights residents can head to the Tulip Festival Street Fair in Downtown Mount Vernon.
Old Town Arlington near Arlington Heights has a variety of mom-and-pop retail shops.
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Arlington Skyfest, Great Stilly Duck Dash
Arlington Skyfest, held in August at Arlington Municipal Airport, includes an airshow, aircraft and classic car show and a family friendly tailgate. Free airplane rides are offered for ages 8 through 17. Events held in Arlington parks include the annual 4th of July celebration with the Great Stilly Duck Dash, a rubber duck race down the river that fundraises for the Arlington Boys and Girls Club. Also in July, the Arlington Street Fair, organized by the Downtown Arlington Business Association, is held over three days and has more than 200 vendors. Pioneer Day, hosted by the Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Museum, shows off the area's history and agricultural heritage.
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Parks in this Area
River Meadows County Park
Legion Memorial Park
Haller Bridge Park
Terrace Park
Centinnenial Park
Twin Rivers Park
Country Charm Conservation Area
Transit
Airport
Seattle Paine Field International
46 min drive
Bus
HWY 530 & 115th Ave NE
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HWY 530 & 119th Ave NE
Bus
HWY 530 & 103rd Ave NE
Bus
HWY 530 & Arlington Heights Rd
Arlington Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Arlington Heights, Arlington sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Arlington Heights, Arlington over the last 12 months is $858,750, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perfect Multi-Generational living with 2 homes on nearly 3 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds, remarkable old growth cedars, & lush green lawns. Main Home: 3,445sqft, 4+ bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, formal dining, huge bonus room, 2 car garage. Primary Bedroom has an incredible walk-in closet and sliding doors to the balcony. Storage shed and playhouse stay. The ADU Home:
Charming rambler nestled on 10.8 acres in beautiful Arlington w/ 1300' of high bank Stillaguamish Riverfront. This 3 bed 2 bath single-story offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and country living. Step inside to discover gleaming hardwood floors, cozy gas fireplace, and ideal open-concept layout. Kitchen w/ modern stainless steel appliances + ample cabinetry. Owned Solar Panel
Turn of the century old farm house with two stories and a full unfinished basement. Also on the 5.5 acre property is a 3 car garage, giant equipment barn and a large shop. Endless possibilities here with all the structures. Home has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Great location.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,771
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$93,656
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,683
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.2%
College Graduates
15.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
6/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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