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Mountain community on the edge of downtown
Northeast of the decorated local establishments on Main Street, Birch is a spacious mountain community on the edge of Enumclaw. With plots of farmland and a short drive to events in the town center, Birch seemingly accommodates a variety of lifestyles in a rustic neighborhood roughly 45 miles south of Seattle. “It’s Main Street USA with restaurants, shops and a walkable downtown,” says Melissa Hudson, Real Estate Broker at KW Mountains to Sound Realty with over 7 years of experience in the area. “It’s small-town America. People know you, and you know your neighbors.”
Ranch-style homes on gravel roads
Farms, stables and pine trees sit along the gravel roads in Birch. This neighborhood is comprised of Craftsman and ranch-style architecture with bungalows and farmhouses built in the 1960s. Vaulted ceilings are a common feature of these country-style homes, which typically sit on sprawling lots that span up to 5 acres. Properties are horse-friendly, with riding arenas and barn space. Prices range from $450,000 to $1.2 million for homes over 2,500 square feet closer to downtown Enumclaw. “People like the small-town vibe here versus being in a big city,” Hudson says. “You can get a little house that is walkable to downtown for $500,000, which is hard to get in King County.”
Ranch Style homes are commonly found throughout the Birch-Enumclaw neighborhood.
There are a variety of home styles in Birch-Enumclaw, including Craftsmans.
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Classic downtown with gift shops and pubs
This neighborhood also borders Enumclaw’s classic downtown with locally owned storefronts and restaurants. With a rural atmosphere, gift shops and popular restaurants, Downtown Enumclaw has become a staple in the community. The Chalet Theatre, a former World War II manufacturing plant, is a cinema that hosts live performances and film festivals. The Kettle is a diner-style restaurant serving breakfast dishes like eggs benedict. The Rainier Bar and Grill is a popular happy hour spot with seafood like fish and chips. QFC is the area supermarket on Monroe Avenue.
There are many small boutiques and other local businesses in the nearby Downtown Enumclaw.
Birch-Enumclaw residents can see a movie or enjoy a live show at the Chalet Theatre.
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College credit through Enumclaw School District
Enumclaw School District serves over 4,000 students in the area. Byron Kibler Elementary earns a B-minus grade from Niche and offers a Multilingual Learner Program. Thunder Mountain Middle School receives a B grade, where students can join the trivia bowl or chess club. Enumclaw High School also has a B grade and provides college credit with a Running Start Program through Green River Community College.
Byron Kibler Elementary School earns a B- from Niche and serves the younger students..
Enumclaw Senior High School serves the older students and earns a B from Niche.
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Outdoor excursions within reach
The Foothills Trail begins in Birch, heading 22 miles on a paved trail through downtown and Buckley. The Enumclaw Dog Park has a 2-acre social space for canines to roam off leash. McFarland Park has a jungle gym, baseball diamond and a totem pole display. The Enumclaw Golf Course, also known as “the Claw,” spans 18 fairways with mountain views. Hiking trails develop into an intricate network of challenging routes that climb elevation, reaching stunning nature scenes. Farther south, Crystal Mountain features some of the region’s most popular ski slopes. Mount Rainier National Park stretches 236,000 acres of wilderness surrounding an active volcano.
The Foothills Trail is a 22-mile paved path offering scenic nature views.
The public Enumclaw Golf Course features fairways with mountain views.
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Rodeos and rides at the King County Fair
The Enumclaw Plateau Farmers Market, held on Thursday afternoons from June to September, features locally grown produce and baked goods. Beginning in 1863, the King County Fair is a longstanding tradition at the Enumclaw Expo Center, with entertainment, a rodeo and carnival rides in July.
Getting around King County
Birch residents have personal automobiles, with fewer transportation options than other metropolitan areas. The King County Metro is the area’s bus system, making daily trips to Enumclaw with stops throughout downtown along the 915 line, which also offers dial-a-ride service. State Route 169 goes north to Seattle, about 45 miles northwest. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, or SeaTac, is roughly 35 miles away for travel to worldwide destinations.
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Parks in this Area
MacFarland Park
Ellenson Park
Pinnacle Peak Park
Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
55 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Birch - Enumclaw
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Birch - Enumclaw, Enumclaw sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Birch - Enumclaw, Enumclaw over the last 12 months is $856,400, down 40% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
575
Median Age
52
Population under 18
17.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,875
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,220
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
25.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
75°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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