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West Campus - Fed Way

West Campus - Fed Way

Neighborhood in Federal Way, Washington

King County 98003, 98023

$553,141 Average Value
$313 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

A neighborhood close to freeways and shopping in the city center

West Campus - Fed Way is a neighborhood in the city of Federal Way, which is about 13 miles northwest of Tacoma and 22 miles south of Seattle. State Route 99 and Interstate 5 are to the east. Federal Way City Center, which is full of stores, is nearby. "There are a lot of nice little venues and things that are going on in the area, and you're starting to see a lot of eateries come into retail space off the highway," says Howard Veal, a broker with Home Realty Ventures at Keller Williams Puget

Condos and single-family homes in West Campus

Though close to the city's center, West Campus is woodsy, with pines, maples, firs and other trees. Many of the streets are short, curved and have cul-de-sacs. Sidewalks are standard. Condos and single-family homes are common, though there are some townhouses and apartment complexes. Ramblers dating to the 1960s are some of the oldest homes in the area. Contemporary and custom-built homes were added up until the 2000s. Single-family homes are typically in the $400,000s to the $900,000s. "Some people would still consider it expensive, but compared to Seattle, well… you better get in where you fit in," Veal says. Condos, built from the 1970s to the 1990s, are concentrated in the north part of the neighborhood, east of First Avenue South. Prices are typically in the $200,000s to the $400,000s

Parks, trails, and the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center

Celebration Park and the Federal Way Community Center host annual events like the Red, White and Blues Festival on July 4th and the Jingle Bell Brunch in December. Intersecting trails in the neighborhood include the West Campus Trail and the BPA Trail, named after the Bonneville Power Administration. The BPA Trail links to the Panther Lake Trail, which passes close to the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center and the Federal Way National Little League Complex.South of the neighborhood is West Hylebos Wetlands Park, which has a series of trails and boardwalks. About 4 miles west of the neighborhood is Dash Point State Park, which has a beach on Puget Sound.

Federal Way Public Schools zoned to West Campus addresses

Students may attend Panther Lake Elementary School, which earns a C grade from Niche. Illahee Middle School receives a C-plus, and Todd Beamer High School has a B-minus. The high school has an Air Force JROTC program and Career and Technical Education classes in various pathways, some of which earn college credits.

A lottery system enables choice school enrollment. There are several K-8 schools and STEM-focused middle school TAF@Saghalie. Federal Way Public Academy is a rigorous college preparatory school for sixth through tenth grades, and the Career Academy at Truman Campus provides high schoolers with hands-on projects and internships.

Travel via Metro buses and freeways; there will be light rail soon

King County Metro buses stop along First Way South and the neighborhood's periphery. There are a few Park & Ride locations close to West Campus. Those driving don't have far to go to get on SR-99 or I-5. Tacoma is about 11 miles southwest, and Seattle is about 26 miles north. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 17 miles away. Many residents of Federal Way eagerly anticipate the addition of Sound Transit light rail, which is slated to start operations in 2026. "The introduction of the light rail is one of the things that will be the most transformative for Federal Way," Veal says.

The Quad Shopping Center and other nearby retail areas

The Quad Shopping Center, a retail area off First Avenue South, includes JP's Tavern, which serves pizzas, gourmet burgers and breakfast anytime. Regulars stop in to play pool and for the trivia nights. Pho, sushi and pizza are also represented in the shopping center. PYC Sweets & Wine Bar is a chef-driven shop that specializes in cupcakes. Grocery stores close to home include WinCo Foods and Grocery Outlet.

'Campus' comes from the former Weyerhaeuser headquarters

West Campus is among several campus-named entities in Federal Way, such as the Campus Highlands neighborhood and Campus Square shopping center. They are called "campus" after the former Weyerhaeuser Corporate Campus (WCC). The first corporate office of its kind on the West Coast, WCC became a landmark in Federal Way for its distinct modernist building and landscape design. Now named Woodbridge Corporate Park, the site welcomed Amazon as a tenant in 2024
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Lawrence Morris

    Lawrence Morris

    Tribeca NW Real Estate

    (425) 484-8054

    23 Total Sales

    1 in West Campus - Fed Way

    $590,000 Price

    Lawrence Morris
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  • Kathryn Kleber

    Kathryn Kleber

    Keller Williams Realty PS

    (206) 460-1987

    147 Total Sales

    1 in West Campus - Fed Way

    $578,000 Price

    Kathryn Kleber
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  • Christopher Seim

    Christopher Seim

    eXp Realty

    (253) 300-0532

    168 Total Sales

    1 in West Campus - Fed Way

    $360,000 Price

    Christopher Seim
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  • Lizbeth Loreto

    Lizbeth Loreto

    Keller Williams Realty Bothell

    (425) 382-7961

    131 Total Sales

    1 in West Campus - Fed Way

    $700,000 Price

    Lizbeth Loreto
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  • Ellen Bruya

    Ellen Bruya

    Preview Properties, Inc.

    (855) 714-2823

    69 Total Sales

    1 in West Campus - Fed Way

    $1,026,000 Price

    Ellen Bruya
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  • Howard Veal

    Howard Veal

    Keller Williams Realty PS

    (425) 598-0181

    35 Total Sales

    1 in West Campus - Fed Way

    $535,000 Price

    Howard Veal
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

26 min drive

Bus

SW Campus Dr & 1st Ave S

Bus

9th Ave S & S 344th St

Bus

1st Way S & S 336th St

Bus

S 336th St & 10th Pl S

Bus

S 320th St & 1st Ave S

Bus

S 320th St & 5th Ave S

Bus

1st Way S & S 340th St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Campus - Fed Way US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

West Campus - Fed Way Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in West Campus - Fed Way, Federal Way sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Campus - Fed Way, Federal Way over the last 12 months is $378,950, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$377,500
Median Sale Price
$378,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$618,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$337,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$273,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
83
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$313

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,182
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,255
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,236
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
922
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
679
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1 - 3pm

    105 S 340th St Unit G, Federal Way, WA 98003

    $200,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 674 Sq Ft
    • 105 S 340th St
    • Unit G

    Don't miss your chance to own this rare top-floor gem in Heritage! This move-in-ready one-bedroom condo has been thoughtfully updated with all brand-new refrigerator, stove/oven, washer & dryer, plush carpet, & fresh paint throughout. Enjoy a full bathroom, open-concept living area, & a generously sized back deck—ideal for morning coffee & evening unwinding. You’ll find plenty of storage with

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
11,639
Median Age
40
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$70,929
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,033

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.8%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

30 / 100
Source: Walk Score
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