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Water living with a country feel
The Gig Harbor neighborhood of Artondale allows its residents to achieve a relaxed lifestyle while having unlimited access to Puget Sound. Residents can live in luxurious waterfront properties or stay more secluded in a home with more acreage. “Artondale is a step more country than suburb,” says Jim Pullin, Managing broker at Skyline Properties. “It’s very popular versus other suburbs because it’s separated by the water; other areas don’t have that separation.” Lots of residents maintain an active lifestyle thanks to the number of outdoor activities provided by the water and Kopachuck State Park. Despite the community resting 3 miles from Gig Harbor and 13 miles from Tacoma, commuting to these cities is a doable task. “The people in Artondale love their community; they love where they live,” Pullin says. “They have a strong sense of community and are very friendly; the complete opposite of the Seattle Freeze.”
Many expensive properties dot the shores of Artondale.
Views from Kopachuck State Park are breathtaking at sunset.
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Kopachuck State Park for most recreation
“Artondale is part of Puget Sound and is very popular. There’s a lot of attention there because of the water,” Pullin says. “Hiking is really big out there; boating and fishing are also huge.” Kopachuck State Park provides these activities, plus some residents may kayak, swim or windsurf around the saltwater beaches. Renovations are underway for the state park, where it’ll receive a new kid’s area, welcome center and improvements to its beach area. These are expected to be completed by 2025. Harbor Family Park connect locals with nature through its forest trails. Golfers tee up at the nine-hole course at the private Gig Harbor Golf Club, where many tee boxes and Mount Rainier views are situated throughout.
The wet weather doesn't stop Artondale residents from there walk.
Trail wind through Kopachuk State Park.
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From 70s ramblers to 21st century craftsman
Artondale is a bedroom community with a signature style. “There are more single families and fewer townhomes; it’s similar to an urban sprawl,” Pullin says. “There’s a mix of ramblers or one-story homes. Another attractive thing about Artondale is that a lot of houses have a heavy amount of trees.” Homes vary from the 70s/80s modern ramblers with wood paneling to large 21st-century contemporary and craftsman-style estates. Waterfront properties start at around $850,000 for a condo and stretch to around $8.5 million for homes with private docks. Homes more inland can cost around $450,000 for a three-bedroom to $1.5 million for a four-bedroom, two-story; despite not having water views, there are still some perks. “If they’re not waterfront or water view, you would still get water access,” Pullin says. “Lots of homes not on the water get access. If you have a boat, you buy to get private or public water access.”
Artondale also has newer homes built into the central forested areas.
The newer homes in Artondale sit in lots full of massive trees.
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Bites and Shops in Gig Harbor and Tacoma
Residents wanting to get a bite to eat head to the commercial areas in Uptown Gig Harbor and Tacoma. Point Fosdick Drive has a handful of national chains but also contains local go-tos like the Greenhouse Restaurant, where steakhouse entrees are matched with a modern interior. Moctezuma’s Mexican Restaurant and Tequilla Bar serve Mexican entrées alongside an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal-based cocktails. Fondi Pizzeria takes diners to Fondi, Italy, and serves brick oven Neapolitan Pizza in a casual and homey setting. This same drive has the big box retailers of Kohl’s, Marshalls and Michaels. For groceries, folks head to Safeway.
Artondale residents are never far from lots of retail and eatery's.
Safeway it a pacific northwest staple in Artondale for groceries.
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Major renovations to Artondale Schools
Public school options are through the Peninsula School District, which rates an A rating from Niche. Artondale Elementary recently renovated its school, adding flex spaces for smaller classrooms and a larger library and common room. The school earned an A-minus from Niche. Afterward, students head to Kopachuck Middle School, which also went through a modern upgrade with new classrooms and refreshing interiors. The A-minus school has eight athletic teams for student participation. Gig Harbor High wraps up grade school years, receiving a B-plus from Niche. Students can enroll in one of six career paths including Business and Marketing and Skilled Trades and Art Science.
Kopachuck Middle School in Artdondale.
Artdondale Elementary School.
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Uptown Gig Harbor for indoor fun
Locals flock to Uptown Gig Harbor for all things indoor fun and culture. The latest from Hollywood can be seen on the screens of Galaxy Theaters. An afternoon at Ocean5 can involve a round of bowling, laser tag, simulation golf and modern arcade games. Teams gather to solve the multiple rooms of Escape Hour.
Galaxy Theater is IMAX theater located in the business area.
Out and about near the Galaxy Theater. The weekend spot to get away outside Artondale.
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Highway 16 is neighborhood route
Residents will need to have a car to access other metro areas. “Route 16 is the route in Tacoma,” Pullin says. “The Tacoma Narrows Bridge is a toll bridge; there is a cost associated with the great outdoors. A toll bridge is the reality in the Puget Sound.” Most locals work in Tacoma, where it’s a 13-mile drive via Route 16. Travelers who need to go outside Seattle are 37 miles from the SeaTac International Airport, which provides nonstop flights to over 120 international and domestic spots.
Tacoma Narrows bridge in Tacoma.
Highway 16 leads from the mainland in Tacoma from the Tacoma narrows.
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Important to Know
Buyers may want to be mindful that some areas, especially around the creek, have a flood risk factor.
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