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Acreage and farmland in Green River - Green Valley
Inland of Washington's northwest coast, Green Valley – Green River marks the beginning of Auburn's rural countryside, with family farms and dense riverside forests about 30 miles south of Seattle. In the 1800s, this river valley was a thoroughfare for dairy farms and coal mines. Today, Green Valley – Green River has maintained its identity as a diverse agricultural neighborhood on the city's outskirts, with a slow-paced lifestyle and access to metropolitan centers. "It's a rural area with an interesting mix of estate-style properties built on the sediment of the Green River," says Todd Huizenga, broker at Keller Williams Mountains to Sound with over 15 years of experience. "The Green Valley has very fertile farmland, and the soil is great for equestrian facilities."
Green Valley is a small community in a rural setting with big city amenities nearby.
Agriculture is at the heart of Green Valley.
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Homes on large lots and barns on Green Valley Road
Green Valley Road is the neighborhood’s thoroughfare, winding through the valley alongside lowland farms and lush forests. This neighborhood features a variety of architecture, such as New Traditional and ranch-style homes on acre lots. Prices range from $550,000 to $1.1 million. Home values increase depending on home size, acreage and barn space.
The neighborhood has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, significantly lower compared to the national average of 4. Like much of the northwest coast, Auburn experiences poor air quality due to vehicle emissions and wildfire smoke. Some properties are at risk of flooding from the Green River. The valley also has loose soil that can liquefy during earthquakes, which are also common. “The valley has a natural runoff. Some homes have flooding problems as a result,” says James Smith, Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway with over 20 years of experience in the area.
Many Green Valley locals live in Ranch style homes.
Most homes in Green Valley sit on large hillside properties.
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Riverside parks and trails define the outdoor scene
The Green River Natural Area encompasses many riverside parks managed by King County to conserve the local habitat. The Metzler Trail is a forested trail along the river. The Flaming Geyser State Park is a popular area for river rafting and tubing, with hiking trails that lead to geysers. The river flows east to Whitney Bridge Park, a colorful bridge with take-out rafting spots. Also nearby, the Washington National Golf Club is the home course of the University of Washington Huskies golf teams and is a venue for collegiate tournaments and championships.
Flaming Geyser State Park boasts large rolling grassy areas bordered by mature fir trees.
Whitney Bridge Park features river access, a trail system, and a nice parking lot.
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Public schools earn B grades, offering arts and college prep
Green Valley – Green River is part of the Auburn School District, which serves more than 18,700 students and has open enrollment for intra-district transfers. Lake View Elementary earns a B grade from Niche and has a Right At School program with daycare options and after-school enrichment programs. Cascade Middle has a B-minus, and offers student clubs for LEGOs, Pokémon cards and Magic: The Gathering. Auburn High School also receives a B, and it releases a yearly magazine called Inspire, which showcases student artwork and design projects.
Green Valley kids attend Lake View Elementary School.
Green Valley Middle Schoolers attend Cascade Middle School.
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German cuisine and downtown Auburn within a 10-minute drive
Green Valley – Green River has access to local restaurants and shops, although many may require a 10-minute drive. About 5 miles north, Kelly Latte's has a drive-through serving coffee and mini doughnuts on a covered patio. Another culinary highlight is Europa, which serves traditional German and Polish dishes like cabbage rolls. Downtown Auburn is about 8 miles west, with supermarkets like Safeway. There are also nearby convenience stores like Brookside Grocery.
Grab your morning cup of coffee at Kelley Latte's in Green Valley.
Brookside Grocery is Green Valley's most centrally located grocery store.
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Commuter rail and highways connect to Seattle and Tacoma
This neighborhood does not have accessible sidewalks or a fixed-route bus system. Although residents can get around using the S Line of the Sounder commuter rail at Auburn Station, a transit center served by multiple bus systems. Green Valley Road connects to state Route 18 and nearby interstates. Tacoma is roughly 20 miles west on SR-18. About 30 miles northwest, the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport offers worldwide flights.
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Green Valley - Green River Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Green Valley - Green River, Auburn sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Green Valley - Green River, Auburn over the last 12 months is $718,500, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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