Enjoy the great outdoors in the Apple Capital of the World
In 1908, inhabitants of Wenatchee, Washington built a narrow bridge across the Columbia River that connected it to a small town on the opposite shore, which later became known as East Wenatchee. Today the historic bridge is emblematic of the city’s history and its abundant nature and outdoor recreation – it’s now part of the Apple Capital Loop Trail, one of the most popular trail systems in the region.
“My favorite part about living here is getting to experience all four seasons,” says Realtor Elizabeth Doop of Windermere Real Estate, who was born and raised in Wenatchee. “I ski in the winter, cycle in the summer and the foliage is spectacular in the fall. There are some great trail systems here.”
Located about 150 miles east of Seattle, East Wenatchee is in the heart of Washington. It’s known for its natural beauty, its proximity to luxury ski resorts and for its many apple orchards that extend out beyond the city limits. Wenatchee, its next-door neighbor, is known as the Apple Capital of the World.
Apple orchards such Jackson Orchards in the heart of East Wenatchee drive the local economy.
Wenatchee and East Wenatchee are divided by the Columbia River and can be crossed on Route 285 and the old bridge.
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Parks, hikes and proximity to Pacific Northwest ski slopes
East Wenatchee is home to just over 14,000 residents and it has more than a dozen parks, including a mix of large sports complexes, pocket parks and an indoor aquatic center. It’s also an access point for Apple Capital Loop Trail, a 10-mile trek that meanders alongside the river before plunging deep into the countryside. The trail is popular in the summertime for hiking and jogging but is also known to attract cross-country skiers in the snowy months. Golfers will find a place to tee up at the Wenatchee Golf & Country Club and Highlander Country Club. Kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing and fishing are favorite pastimes along the Columbia River.
East Wenatchee offers great outdoor recreation like the 9 mile Apple Capital Loop Trail.
East Wenatchee is home to more than a dozen parks such as Eastmont Park.
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Diverse housing options, from midcentury to contemporary
East Wenatchee’s housing stock ranges widely from midcentury ranches and split-levels to brand-new luxury homes built into the hills in the outskirts of town. Because of this, prices can range from as low as $400,000 for an older two-bedroom to nearly $1 million for a grand, luxury property. “The big difference between Wenatchee and East Wenatchee is that East Wenatchee has all the new construction. It’s a mix, but it’s mostly single-family homes in large developments,” Doop says. Houses closer to the river are situated on smaller lots and offer a great starting point for a walk around the town. Those further out tend to be newer and spacious, but with less walkability.
East Wenatchee offers luxury homes with amazing views of the mountains and Wenatchee.
East Wenatchee offers rambler homes for all budgets.
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Highly rated public schools
East Wenatchee is part of the Eastmont School District. Niche gives it a B-plus rating and puts in the top 75 districts in the state of Washington. The district has around 6,000 students that attend its eight elementary schools, two junior high schools and Eastmont High.
East Wenatchee Students attend Eastmont High School and is a B rated school in Niche.
There are only two Junior High schools in East Wenatchee and one of them is Sterling Jr. High.
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Big box stores and major grocers close to home
East Wenatchee has a number of big box stores and grocers. Chain stores and restaurants are mixed in with beloved local spots like Glaze bakery and Bob’s Classic Restaurant and Distillery. For a livelier shopping and dining experience, residents will have to head over the river to Downtown Wenatchee, where there are an abundance of boutique shops, local eateries, markets and bustling local breweries.
Come shop the many stores at Wenatchee Valley Mall in East Wenatchee.
East Wenatchee locals have easy access to big box grocers around the city.
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Getting around town by car and bus
East Wenatchee has a fare-free bus system called Link Transit that serves both cities with more than 15 bus routes. Drivers can hop on State Route 285 and cross the river into Wenatchee or take State Route 28 north to Sunnyslope. It’s about 150 miles to Seattle, the nearest major city. Confluence Hospital is the closest hospital, about 2 miles away in Wenatchee.
Below average crime rates
East Wenatchee has its own police department, despite its relatively small population. The city’s violent and property crime rates are typically lower than state and national averages, although those rates have steadily inched higher over the last few years, according to FBI statistics.
Wildfires are a concern for the area
Wildfires and wildfire smoke are a reality for residents of East Wenatchee, especially during the summertime. Several major fires have impacted the area in recent years, including the Carlton Complex Fire in 2014 that destroyed hundreds of homes and 250,000 acres of land near Wenatchee.
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