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A community that supports local farmers
Bow homeowners enjoy quiet countryside living, as much of the community is farmland. “We take pride in the produce from local farmers,” says Shalyce Pocock, Bow resident and broker with John L. Scott Real Estate. “You can buy eggs on Chuckanut Drive and Sakuma Berry Farm serves the best strawberry shortcake.” Residents can also drive into Edison for local restaurants and connect to the wider Skagit Valley region thanks to Bow’s proximity to Interstate 5.
Bow Hill Blueberries combines local farming heritage with organic produce and treats.
Berry farms near Bay View and Bow highlight Skagit Valley’s agricultural roots.
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Cultivating a home
Bow is not a community comprised of cul-de-sacs and cookie cutter homes; instead, individual homes are spaced out along quiet roads with no sidewalks. The flat terrain means residents have unobstructed views of the blue sky and green farmland. Homeowners have plenty of space for themselves, whether they want to use the land to grow fruit trees or maintain a big, grassy yard. Prices are around $485,000 for a three-bedroom farmhouse. Between 2020 and 2024, estimated home values have almost doubled in Bow. Land for sale is typically in the $255,000 to $300,000 range.
Bow features New Traditional homes with large lawns and scenic rural views.
Bow features bi-level homes on quiet streets surrounded by natural greenery.
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A selection of specialty food shops
Specialty food stores in Bow include Farm to Market Bakery, known for their pecan sticky rolls. Samish Bay Cheese, a locally owned and operated shop, offers certified organic cheese and products like beef, honey and cider. At Bow Hill Blueberries, a farm in operation since 1947, folks can pick USDA certified organic berries off the bush, or shop in the farm store for blueberry juice and dried blueberries.
Bow is the rural counterpart to the community of Edison, which contains well-loved restaurants like Breadfarm. “They make their own homemade bread every day. It is phenomenal,” Pocock says. “It’s definitely a highlight. People travel here.” This highly rated bakery serves freshly baked bread, pastries and cookies via a drive-through window for efficient curbside pickups. For major grocery shopping, Food Pavilion is about 10 miles southeast.
Farm to Market Bakery in Bow serves fresh pastries and pecan sticky rolls near Chuckanut Drive.
Bow residents visit Samish Bay Cheese for artisan dairy and specialty foods.
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Sylvan paths and creeks
While there are no parks within the Bow town limits, residents can drive to visit forested parks. North toward Alger is Squires Lake Park, where hikers and bikers can explore the Squires Lake Loop Trail, which encircles the lake. Donovan Park is home to a playground and tree-lined Friday Creek. The creek is also accessible from Pomona Grange Park, where visitors will also find a covered picnic pavilion. Bow is not far from the Padilla Bay coastline, accessible via Bay View State Park.
Squires Lake Park near Bow offers scenic forest trails for hiking and nature walks.
Pomona Grange Park provides nature access and picnic areas close to Bow neighborhoods.
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The public school pipeline
Edison Elementary School, rated C-plus on Niche, teaches kindergarten through Grade 8. Burlington-Edison High School, rated B-minus, offers a U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps program that teaches maritime history, global trade and oceanography.
Burlington-Edison High School near Bow offers strong academics and career programs.
Edison Elementary near Bow serves grades K–8 and earns a C-plus rating on Niche.
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Proximity to Interstate 5
Bow is not walkable; it is a completely car-dependent area. The nearest hospital, PeaceHealth United General Medical Center, is about 10 miles southeast. Bellingham International Airport is about 25 miles north up Interstate 5. Chuckanut Drive, also known as Route 11, runs through the community, following the coastline to the north and intersecting with Interstate 5 south at Chuckanut Junction. Seattle is just over 70 miles south on Interstate 5.
Flood preparedness
Homes and roads are at risk of flooding, particularly in the northwest region of Bow. Additionally, the Samish River flooded due to heavy rainfalls in November of 2021. This resulted in backyards with waist-deep water and the temporary closure of Chuckanut Road. Skagit County recommends signing up for CodeRed Alerts, which notifies locals to all types of emergencies in the community. Having a flood kit containing water, cash and hygiene supplies is another good practice for flood preparedness.
Bow features ranch-style homes on large lots with open views of farmland and sky.
Quiet roads and open fields define Bow’s rural setting in Skagit Valley.
Bow residents visit Pomona Grange Park for scenic paths and peaceful nature views.
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On average, homes in Bow, WA sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bow, WA over the last 12 months is $1,457,500, up 48% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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In scenic Skagit County, views of Padilla Bay are indeed visible from Bay View homes. Between the Padilla Bay Shore Trailhead, Bay View State Park and Padilla Bay National Estuarine, this rural community has nature at its forefront. Further inland, wide open spaces and evergreens make up the landscape. Though the neighborhood is spread out, neighbors gather at Bay View Civic Hall for community events. Bay View offers a quiet slice of the Pacific Northwest.
“The Padilla Bay walking trail is a great place to take a walk. And go to the state park – as a local, you take something down and enjoy the sunset,” says Shalyce Pocock, broker with John L. Scoff Real Estate and fourth-generation Skagit County resident. At Bay View State Park, it’s easy to find a good spot to watch for sea birds – either at one of the picnic tables just a few feet from the water or sitting upon a secluded log on the rocky shore. Campers can rent one of the log cabins and grill out amongst tall pines. As for hiking and biking, Upland Trail is accessible from the parking lot of the Breazeale Interpretive Center and Aquarium, which is free and open Saturdays through Wednesdays. Alternatively, the Shore Trail winds alongside sparkling blue Padilla Bay, starting at the southern tip of the neighborhood and stretching further south toward Whitney.
Bay View streets are free of traffic, sidewalks and fuss. “Most of Bay View and Bow is larger parcels and hobby farms,” Pocock says. “There is room to roam – there aren’t very many cluster neighborhoods.” Single-story homes are sprawling and secluded with expansive floor plans and patios. Some properties include features like a pool, fruit trees and fenced in areas. Ranch-styles and custom properties were built in the 1980s and ‘90s. Prices range from about $920,000 to $1.25 million. Manufactured homes fall between $95,000 and $245,000.
Restaurants are a short drive outside of Bay View. Shawn O’Donnell’s at the Farmhouse, about 4 miles south down Bayview Edison Road, hosts musicians playing Irish tunes in a family-friendly atmosphere. This family-owned pub, known for its Irish and American food made with locally sourced ingredients, is one of six regional locations. For major shopping, residents take Josh Wilson Road into Burlington to get groceries at Haggen or Target. Also in neighboring Burlington, small businesses line East Fairhaven Avenue, such as Styles & Extensions Salon and Melody’s Flowers & More.
Schools in the district are located outside of Bay View neighborhood bounds. Bay View Elementary School, rated C on Niche, teaches kindergarten through Grade 8. Burlington-Edison High School, rated B-minus, offers a U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps program that teaches maritime history, global trade and oceanography.
Cars are the dominant mode of transport in Bay View. The closest major road is Interstate 5, which leads to Bellingham International Airport, about 35 miles north. Bay View borders Skagit Regional Airport; however, this small airport is for business travel. For peace of mind, PeaceHealth United General Medical Center, the nearest hospital, is about 10 miles east
Surrounded by the Samish Bay, Samish Island is the place to be for serenity and coastal breezes in Skagit County. Samish Island is about 4 miles across and one of the inner San Juan Islands. A strip of land and Samish Island Road – not a bridge or a ferry – connects this “island” to mainland Washington state. “It’s a great little area – it’s got gorgeous waterfront and multigenerational properties,” says Shalyce Pocock, broker with John L. Scoff Real Estate and fourth-generation Skagit County resident. “It’s a very fun community; there’s a 4th of July parade that the community puts on.”
As drivers arrive on Samish Island, they are greeted by the Skagit Land Trust Samish Conservation Area, which contains a forest over 100 years old. Here, bald eagles take flight, leashed dogs are welcome and walking trails wind through the trees. Additionally, Samish Bay is home to crabs and oysters, which locals can harvest. Public beach access is available at the north end of the island; “Bring a canoe or kayak and go shell fishing down there,” says Brian Adams, Skagit County Director of Parks and Recreation. Campgrounds are located at the southern end of Samish Island. Recreation amenities include a playground, a basketball hoop and courts for pickleball and tennis.
There are no stoplights to be found on Samish Island. Narrow, paved roads cut through thick trees, leading to secluded homes. Cabins and custom builds feature large windows for watching the sun set over the bay. Prices range from $665,000 for one-bedrooms to $2.4 million for three-story homes with a pool. There is a year-round local presence here in addition to vacationers in the summer and on weekends.
Though the lifestyle is generally quiet, Samish Island residents come together for the sake of fun. The Samish Island Community Center, located on the eastern end of the island, has been a social hub for the island since 1946. The Arts Festival Committee organizes the annual Summer Arts Festival, which takes place on the last Saturday in July at the community center. Residents regularly unite at potluck dinners at the community center. Additionally, the Samish Island Marching Band performs in the 4th of July parade along Blue Heron Road and at the Island Holiday Celebration at the Community of Christ church.
Burlington-Edison School District schools are located off-island. In Edison, about 5 miles to the east on the mainland, Edison Elementary School teaches kindergarten through Grade 8. It is rated C-plus on Niche. Burlington-Edison High School, rated B-minus, offers a U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps program that teaches maritime history, global trade and oceanography. It is located about 14 miles inland in Burlington.
There is no downtown center on Samish Island; residents are about a 5 mile-drive from the closest restaurants in Edison, like Longhorn Saloon, which serves burgers on the patio with Old West-inspired décor. About 14 miles inland, grocery options in Burlington include Fred Meyer. For peace of mind, the nearest hospital, PeaceHealth United General Medical Center, is about 16 miles east. And for further travel, Bellingham International Airport is 33 miles north.
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
4,103
Median Age
50
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$101,928
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$122,052
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
39.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.7%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
9/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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