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Battle Ground

Battle Ground

Located in Clark County

$545,123 Average Value
$309 Average Price per Sq Ft
53 Homes For Sale

Battle Ground—a site of peace

Battle Ground’s name is somewhat of a contradiction, given there was no battle on its grounds. Instead, it refers to a peaceful encounter in 1855 between Captain William Strong and the Indigenous Klickitat tribe who tried to escape their internment at Fort Vancouver. Though the confrontation was expected to turn violent, both sides remained cooperative, even after the mysterious death of the tribe's Chief Umtuch. The present-day city of approximately 34,500 people is located between the Pacific Coast and the Cascade Mountains, about 16 miles north of Vancouver. “It’s got that quaint, small-town feel, but it is growing,” says Kenneth Rosengren, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty Premier Partnership. “A lot of people know who you are in Battle Ground.” Founded on the principle of peace, the city provides its community with a quiet suburban lifestyle amidst serene Pacific Northwest nature.

Battle Ground is home to many newly built houses.
Battle Ground is home to many newly built houses.
The homes in Battle Ground have beautifully manicured lawns.
The homes in Battle Ground have beautifully manicured lawns.
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Battle Ground Veterans Memorial at Kiwanis Park

Battle Ground’s largest green space occupies around 8 acres almost directly in the center of town, marrying modern community with commemoration of the past. Kiwanis Park has a splash pad, a basketball court, a climbing wall, a barbecue grill and a picnic table. The green space is also the site of the Battle Ground Veterans Memorial, dedicated to 31 local veterans who died in service on Veterans Day in 2015.

Fairgrounds Park—which refers to the green space’s original function as the site of the Clark County Fair—is now home to the Battle Ground Community Center and the Skate & Bike Park, which is widely considered one of the best skate parks in the state. The nearby Battle Ground Lake State Park surrounds a spring-fed lake. Camping, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking and occasionally, horseback riding are some of the pastimes that draw people to the picturesque evergreen forest and lake.

Kiwanis Park in Battle Ground
is home to a playground and basketball courts.
Kiwanis Park in Battle Ground is home to a playground and basketball courts.
Kiwanis Park in Battle Ground is home to a stunning Veterans Memorial.
Kiwanis Park in Battle Ground is home to a stunning Veterans Memorial.
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New traditional Craftsman homes in a buyer’s market

New traditional homes with heavy Craftsman influences constructed throughout the late 1990s and 2000s summarize the housing market in Battle Ground. Stone and brick estates that fetch over $1 million encompass 1 to 2.5 acres of rural Washington, while new constructions are found along the outskirts of town. The median home sales price in Battle Ground hovers around $575,200, while the average nationally is around $416,700. Statistics indicate a buyer’s market: the median home sales price has decreased by 4% yearly, and homes spend an average of 6 more days on the market than that of the national average.

New traditional Craftsman homes are found throughout the city of Battle Ground.
New traditional Craftsman homes are found throughout the city of Battle Ground.
The streets of Battle Ground are lined with beautifully colored homes.
The streets of Battle Ground are lined with beautifully colored homes.
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Main Street eventually merges into Interstate 5

Main Street traverses the entirety of the neighborhood, and the thoroughfare becomes known as Washington state Route 502 west of the city, where it eventually merges into Interstate 5. The interstate travels south to Vancouver, about 16 miles away, and Portland, about 26 miles away. Alternatively, drivers reach Vancouver via 10th Avenue, which runs north to south through Battle Ground and eventually becomes Washington state Route 503. Clark County’s public transit system, C-TRAN, maintains two bus routes that connect the community to the Vancouver Mall Transit Center. From there, passengers can connect to more transit options.

Residents of Battle Ground enjoy the many shopping options on main street.
Residents of Battle Ground enjoy the many shopping options on main street.
Families enjoy ample retail options in the city of Battle Ground.
Families enjoy ample retail options in the city of Battle Ground.
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Shopping, dining and living in Battle Ground Village

The main strip of restaurants and businesses in Battle Ground is along Main Street, which runs east-west through the center of town. Albertsons, Safeway and a collection of both national chains and local fast-casual eateries make up the commercial stretch, though residents often head south for more options. “If they’re looking for a Friday-night vibe, people are probably going to Vancouver or Portland,” Rosengren says. “But there are still some good, family-oriented restaurants and a couple of little bars and pubs people like to go to on Main Street.” The city is currently working to add more turning lanes and traffic signals to the intersection of Main Street and 15th Avenue to improve traffic flow on the busy thoroughfare.

To the southeast of the neighborhood is Battle Ground Village, a mixed-use shopping area. Local restaurants and small businesses, like salons and massage therapists, have settled in around apartments, townhouses and the community library.

Battle Ground Village in Battle Ground
is home to many different shops and restaurants.
Battle Ground Village in Battle Ground is home to many different shops and restaurants.
Battle Ground Village is a mixed-use shopping area that has your retail and restaurant need in Battle Ground.
Battle Ground Village is a mixed-use shopping area that has your retail and restaurant need in Battle Ground.
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Low bond rates for Battle Ground School District

The Battle Ground School District consists of 15 schools and four alternative learning centers, which teach approximately 10,000 students altogether. The district receives an overall B-minus grade from Niche.

Moderate climate and falling property crime

Property crime in Battle Ground is trending downward. The number of property crimes reported as of September 2024 came in at 248. Over the same span, 275 property crimes were recorded in the previous year, good for a 10.1% decrease. Violent crime rose from 123, in 2023, to 154 incidents in 2024, accounting for a 24.2% increase.

Battle Ground enjoys fairly moderate weather; the average summer high stays below 80 and average winter lows hover just above freezing. A high amount of precipitation—around 53 inches per year—creates the mossy, verdant environment the Pacific Northwest is known for.

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Battle Ground Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$619,995
Median Sale Price
$599,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$580,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$439,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
236
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$309

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8,548
Number of Homes for Sale
53
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,998
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,018
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,239
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,892
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • 300 SW 7th Ave Unit 1202, Battle Ground, WA 98604

    $175,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,728 Sq Ft
    • 300 SW 7th Ave
    • Unit 1202

    This beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,728 sq. ft. of modern living space. It features durable LVP flooring throughout, central air, and a spacious kitchen with brand-new stainless steel appliances. The primary suite includes a soaking tub and a separate walk-in shower, while a second full bathroom has a glass door shower/tub combo. Three additional bedrooms are located on the

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    Myra Brock
    Premiere Property Group, LLC
    (360) 800-2783
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  • 22020 NE 260th Place, Battle Ground, WA 98604

    $1,250,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,948 Sq Ft
    • 22020 NE 260th Place
    • New 24 days ago

    Stunning Private Estate with Breathtaking Views! On 5.08 gated acres, this extraordinary estate offers privacy, high-end living, and vast panoramic views of the majestic Coast Range to Manzanita Beach. Step inside the grand entryway into an open-concept living space highlighted by soaring Douglas Fir cathedral ceilings and a dramatic wall of windows that frame the awe-inspiring vistas. The

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    Nick Shivers
    Keller Williams Realty Portland Central
    (360) 967-0997
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  • 300 SW 7th Ave Unit 127, Battle Ground, WA 98604

    $113,200

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,120 Sq Ft
    • 300 SW 7th Ave
    • Unit 127

    This Beautifully Maintained 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home in Battle Ground's 55+ Community offers an open-concept layout w/ 9-ft Ceilings, Large Windows streaming plenty of natural light, Brand-New LVP flooring in Living Room & Bath, & Fresh New Interior & Exterior Paint. A Covered Carport with attached Storage Building & a second Tool Shed in the Fenced Backyard that borders a large open field!. All

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    Lyla Bostick
    Realty Pro West LLC
    (360) 364-3813
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Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Battle Ground Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
22,451
Median Age
37
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$90,650
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,062

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®®

53 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

49 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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