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Between Lake Tapps and the White River
Just a few miles from Lake Tapps and adjacent to the White River, Lakeland, 30 miles south of Downtown Seattle, is part of Auburn. The community offers a slowed-down pace, natural features and other attributes. "Among other reasons, you might choose Lakeland if you're a new homeowner looking for a place to raise a family," says Corey Lofton, a real estate broker with the Washington Real Estate Team with Kelly Right Real Estate. Lofton, who also has experience in the mortgage industry, says proximity to the water and great parks are two of the area's highlights.
Lake Tapps Park is the perfect place to enjoy a summers day with the family.
This private beach is at Lake Tapps Park.
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Homes at River Rock and Mill Pond
The area is mainly residential, with single-family homes built in the 1990s through the early 2000s, many of which have been updated. Houses with 2,000 to 3,000 square feet range from $560,000 to $790,000. "You can get an affordable home in Lakeland Hills but still be close to North Seattle," Lofton says. "$650,000 in here will run you like a million in Seattle." Another plus is the low monthly homeowners association fees — typically less than $30. "They have an umbrella HOA that covers that whole area, maintaining the parks and trails, making them look nice," Lofton says.
In the River Rock Auburn development, newly constructed houses with modern designs and river views cost $1.2 million to $1.3 million. Townhouses and condos at Mill Pond at Lakeland were built in the mid-1990s, cost $350,000 to $400,000 and have monthly HOA fees of about $500, which go toward common area maintenance and lawn service.
Beautiful new contemporary single-family homes in Lakeland Hills.
Ideal family home located in Lakeland Hills.
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Roegner Park and the White River Trail
Roegner Park features two fenced-in fields for dogs and a portion of the White River Trail. The paved, multiuse trail runs from the East Valley Highway through Roegner and onto Game Farm Wilderness Park. Lakeland Hills Park has walking paths and a playground for children.
About 4 miles southeast, 80-acre Lake Tapps Park offers a beach and recreation by the water. "It's a man-made lake. People go there to relax and chill," Lofton says. There are several boat ramps, swimming areas, and a scenic view of Mount Rainier. Tapps Island Golf Course, located inside a private homeowners association, is open to the public, with tee times by reservation.
The White River in Lakeland Hills.
Roegner Park is expansive with trails and parks next to the White River.
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Auburn Riverside High has a 400-seat theatre
Kids may attend public schools like Ilalko Elementary School, which has a B grade from Niche or Lakeland Hills Elementary, with an A-minus. Over 82% of teachers at both schools have a master's degree or higher. Mount Baker Middle School has a C grade, and Auburn Riverside High School has a B-plus. In addition to athletics, music and clubs, the high school excels in its drama department and has its own 400-seat venue, the Auburn Riverside Theatre, or ART. The theatre also allows bookings for other performances, events and community group gatherings.
Auburn Riverside High School sits next to the White River.
Auburn Riverside High School has great amenities such as this large football field.
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Buses, Auburn Station light rail and Route 167
There are public bus stops along Lakeland Hills Way and other roads. About 4 miles to the north, Auburn Station in Downtown Auburn offers light rail service, with over 600 parking spaces on site. State Route 167 is nearby, and it's about a 20-mile drive to Sea-Tac, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Metro buses and trains depart from Auburn station.
Peaceful Cul-De-Sac is located in Lakeland Hills.
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Lakeland Town Center, White River Junction
Just south of Lake Tapps Parkway, Lakeland Town Center has a well-rounded variety of businesses and restaurants. A whiskey flight and a burger at Stack 571 or a hand-tossed pie from The Rock Wood Fired Pizza make a night out memorable. Teriyaki, tacos and doughnuts are available at eateries in the area. Haggen has grocery picks like high-quality meat, sustainable seafood and an in-house bakery, plus Pacific Northwest-grown plants, a coffee bar and a pharmacy.
Heading up A Street, across the river, there are many more places to choose from around the White River Junction shopping center. "Lakeland is very central, so if you want to be more in the city for shopping, there's also the outlet mall," Lofton says. The Outlet Collection Seattle, located in Auburn along state Routes 18 and 167, includes dozens of shops and businesses, with everything from the Nike Clearance Store and Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store to the Auburn Valley Humane Society Cat Cafe and Gotcha!, an indoor arena play space with foam dart action.
Haggen grocery store in the Lakeland Town Center.
Lakeland Town Center offeres a variety of shipping options to the residents of Lakeland Hills.
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Parks in this Area
Roegner Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Mill Pond Park
Fishing
Lake
Tennis
Lakeland Hills Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Aspen Park
Dorothy Bothell Park
Teal Park
Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
33 min drive
Bus
Lakeland Hills Wy & E Valley HWY
Bus
Lakeland Hills Wy & Mill Pond Dr SE
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Lakeland Hills Wy & 50th St SE
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Lakeland Hills Wy & 51st St SE
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakeland
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lakeland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakeland, Auburn sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakeland, Auburn over the last 12 months is $649,950, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,125
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$135,967
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,006
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.4%
College Graduates
48.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.2%
% Population in Labor Force
78.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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