From the Green River to the towering green firs to the green you can cash in at the casino; it doesn’t get much greener than Plateau, Auburn, where the suburbs meet the rural countryside. Megan White, Realtor with Re/Max who has lived in Auburn most of her life, says, “You have homes with larger lots with multiple acres and others in tighter neighborhoods.”
In the northern section of Plateau, you’ll find yourself in a subdivision of single-family homes no more than a mile from Auburn Way, the neighborhood’s main road. It offers a mix of ranch-styles, split-levels and Cape Cods from the mid-1900s along tree-lined streets on quarter-acre lots. You can get a smaller 1,000-square-foot home starting at $450,000, a larger 3,000-square-foot house for up to $850,000 and everything in between. Most homes come with fenced-in backyards, so you can have some privacy. And while there are no sidewalks, the wide streets and slow-paced atmosphere allow you to enjoy peaceful strolls while greeting neighbors. As you head south on Auburn Way, you’re greeted by a more rural setting with similar homes on one-to-three-acre lots surrounded by farmland. With more space and the majestic sight of Mount Rainier in the distance, you can expect to pay anywhere from $700,000 to $1 million.
Enjoy more natural beauty at Fenster Nature Park. Locals like to stop by the dog-friendly park to walk or jog along the short gravel trail by the Green River, a popular spot to fish from the banks. For a more casual outing, head to Shaughnessy Park to play basketball and pickleball or eat at a picnic table by the playground.
Students may attend schools in the Auburn School District, like Chinook Elementary, which earns a B-plus grade from Niche. Next up are C-plus-rated Olympic Middle School and B-rated Auburn High School. The high school offers students the opportunity to be part of the International Thespian Society, an honor society for theater students, which has produced actors like Tom Hanks and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
There are a few small plazas about a half-mile down the road where you can shop and dine out. Head to Khan Grocery and Deli to stock your fridge and pantry with halal foods. When you don’t want to cook, grab some Mexican food and a margarita at La Rioja. For dessert, walk to Anthony’s right next door to get a Mexican-inspired smoothie, like the Mangonada. You can also drive about 4 miles west to Downtown Auburn, which has several more restaurants and big-box stores to choose from.
Muckleshoot Casino is just steps from several homes in the suburban section of Plateau. Located on Auburn Way, the casino is open 24/7, so you can place your bets whenever you want or stop by to eat at the restaurant and dance the night away to live music. If you love the Fourth of July, the casino goes big to celebrate. “The Muckleshoot tribe sets up dozens of firework stands with hand-painted signs and sell fireworks from June 1 through July 4 every year,” says White. “Then they host their own public fireworks show.”
Nicole Elliott
Windermere Prof Partners
(253) 523-2558
110 Total Sales
1 in Plateau
$545,000 Price
Amanda Mannila
John L. Scott, Inc
(402) 769-3012
32 Total Sales
1 in Plateau
$365,000 Price
Daniel Rowley
Best Choice Realty LLC
(425) 998-2216
23 Total Sales
1 in Plateau
$500,000 Price
Mike Pavone
Windermere Real Estate/East
(206) 594-4100
180 Total Sales
1 in Plateau
$700,000 Price
David Quantrell
eXp Realty
(253) 642-8635
137 Total Sales
1 in Plateau
$505,000 Price
Shawn Stewart
Better Properties Covington
(253) 201-8270
22 Total Sales
1 in Plateau
$259,950 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Plateau | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Plateau, Auburn sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Plateau, Auburn over the last 12 months is $530,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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$23,000 Buyer Credit w/preferred lender to cover closing and buy down your rate + take Advantage of an Assumable 3.2% Loan. A beautifully maintained Auburn gem with vaulted ceilings, luxury laminate hardwood floors, and a modern open layout. Enjoy a chef’s kitchen with granite counters, heated bathroom floors, patio speakers, and all appliances included. Outside, you’ll find an oversized
Jennifer Smiley Real Broker LLC
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Welcome home to this charming four-bedroom rambler in the desirable Forest Villa community. The inviting living room features hardwood floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and a large picture window that fills the space with natural light. The kitchen is both stylish and functional with stainless steel appliances, newer cabinetry, and an adjacent dining area perfect for everyday meals or
Brianna Gutierrez TEC Real Estate Inc.
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Your new home hits the jackpot for upgrades, affordability & convenient location. Freshly completed renovation includes new interior & exterior paint plus a remodeled kitchen with white shaker cabinets, butcher block counters, laminate floors & stainless steel appliances. Charming covered front porch welcomes you into the open living room with oversized picture window & cozy wood burning
Nick Gerisilo John L. Scott, Inc
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Brittani Dill Premier Real Estate Partners
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ALL AGES PARK! Welcome to this bright and inviting home in highly sought-after Palisades Community. This beautiful, impeccable home features a spacious, open-concept layout that flows from the living room to the kitchen, perfect for comportable living. Vaulted ceilings flood the space with natural light. Tasteful designer colors and modern chef-inspired kitchen with SS appliances, gleaming floors
Maray Borrego RE/MAX Eastside Brokers, Inc.
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