Watauga Beach comprises forested acres to the tip of the Kitsap Peninsula, where Point Glover meets the waters of Rich Passage. Seattle-Bremerton ferries pass through this waterway and can be seen from the neighborhood’s homes that line the saltwater shores. Far from business districts and shopping centers, Watauga Beach is quiet, though the community is still close to shops and restaurants, with Port Orchard under 6 miles away and Manchester less than 4 miles out.
Experience the serene coastal lifestyle of Watauga Beach, where every day feels like a retreat.
Embrace the coastal allure of private beach waterfront homes nestled in scenic Watauga Beach.
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Parks and piers along Rich Passage
Manchester State Park’s 128 acres borders Watauga Beach to the south. A decommissioned military base created to protect the Bremerton shipyards, the state park has historic buildings, including Battery Mitchell and a brick torpedo storehouse. “They have a covered area where I’ve been to weddings and cool old buildings that the military used built into the sides of the ground,” says Joan Taie, an associate broker with Great Northwest Real Estate who has over 16 years of experience in Port Orchard. Additionally, the park has saltwater access for kayakers and swimmers. Wynn-Jones Preserve spans 55 acres and includes less than a mile of wooded dirt trails. Port of Waterman Public Pier extends into the Rich Passage, where fishermen cast lines and drop a dip net to catch crabs.
Explore the Watauga Beach wilderness on the trails at Manchester State Park.
Fishing at Port of Waterman pier is sure to be an enjoyable experience.
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Craftsman cottages and Cape Cods dot the coast
Trees line the streets, obstructing the sight of waterfront homes, which include styles such as early 2000s Craftsman cottages and Cape Cods covered in shake siding. “In Watauga Beach, there is a lot of waterfront acreages available,” Taie says. Home values may cost more than nearby Bremerton because of additional property space and views of the Rich Passage. Waterfront single-family homes start at $800,000 for a two-bedroom and go up to $2.3 million for a four-bedroom gated home. Single-family homes more inland, include Craftsman cottages and new traditionals, ranging between $615,000 and $1.2 million, depending on acreage. Undeveloped property lots list between $175,000 and $260,000 for two to four acres. While these yards span multiple acres, the backyards of waterfront homes either have a rocky edge or are raised to combat potential flooding.
Find serenity and coastal elegance in Watauga Beach's Craftsman and Cape Cod waterfront homes.
Comfort and style define the new traditional homes of Watauga Beach.
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Port Orchard errand runs and restaurants
Since the neighborhood is entirely composed of houses, restaurants and shops are located in nearby towns. Mile Hill Plaza shopping center is to the southwest in Port Orchard and has an Albertsons and El Sombrero, a locally owned Mexican restaurant since 1990. That One Place serves casual American food in an auto-themed diner, across Olney Avenue. Roughly 4 miles south in Manchester are Cups Espresso & Café and Manchester Pub.
Port Orchard's retail scene features charming boutiques and convenient shops for all your needs.
At Port of Manchester near Watauga Beach, you'll discover a variety of dining options to choose.
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Studies and apprenticeship opportunities in Kitsap County
South Kitsap School District serves the Watauga Beach community. Manchester Elementary and John Sedgwick Middle both earn a B grade from Niche. South Kitsap High receives a B-minus and has a career center that connects students with over 255 apprenticeship programs, including one through the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.
South Kitsap High School
John Sedgwick Middle School
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Watauga Beach Drive connects the waterfront to retail
Watauga Beach Drive is the only route linking the waterfront homes along the peninsula’s north and east sides. The road curves along the Rich Passage shoreline and connects to Beach Drive, where the Port Waterman Public Pier is located. For ferry rides into Seattle, residents can either drive 9 miles south and take the Southworth Ferry or to the Annapolis Ferry Dock, which leads to Bremerton and the Bremerton-Seattle fast ferry. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SeaTac) is about 55 miles north, taking Washington state Route 16 E and merging onto Interstate 5.
The Port Orchard waterfront trail is the perfect place for an afternoon hike.
Residents of Watauga Beach will enjoy a lifestyle that blends the forest and waterfront.
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Rare opportunity in the highly coveted Watauga Beach community! First time on the market in 50 years. 2 houses in one! A spacious cedar home sits on a beautiful half-acre on a dead end street with stunning sunset views and ferries & the occasional carrier gliding by. Enjoy beachcombing, kayaking, or just relaxing by the water at your beachside firepit. The property also includes an older cabin,
Amazing is the only way to describe this NO BANK sandy beach waterfront on "Rich Pass" it is elegant & timeless but still invites the outdoors in from every room. Spectacular 2 story high Entry w/iron railing & 8' Diameter Ships Wheel original Mosquito Fleet as focal point, a few steps to living room adorned by a "Wineglass Wherry" hanging from the hand built curved beams. This is a true custom
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
216
Median Age
44
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,726
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,810
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.5%
Advanced Degrees
5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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