Greg Pubols
Responds Quickly
Century 21 Blue Chip
(253) 237-8321
130 Total Sales
1 in Purdy
$370,000 Price
Purdy
Along the picturesque coast of Burley Lagoon and Henderson Bay, Purdy attracts those seeking a slow-paced lifestyle by the water on the forested streets of Pierce County.
You’ll find a mix of single-family homes from the mid-1900s through the early 2000s, many of which are located on side streets that take you into the woods. These houses, which come in all shapes and sizes, surround you in towering Douglas firs on one or more acres of land. Prices for mid-century homes start at around $550,000, which will get you two bedrooms and approximately 1,500 square feet of living space. Or you can get a 2,400-square-foot home with three bedrooms for around $650,000 to $700,000. Purdy features a few housing developments as well, with ranch-style and contemporary Craftsman-style houses built between the 1990s and 2010. Though not as secluded, each home comes with a backdrop of trees that still keep you connected to nature. They’re fixed on spacious half-acre lots ranging from around $700,000 to $800,000. If your idea of the perfect home is in the woods with spectacular water views, then Purdy is your answer. You can find an 800-square-foot house for $700,000, a large five-bedroom home for $1.5 million and everything in between.
Purdy Drive, the town’s main thoroughfare, runs along the water with a few places to shop and eat. Head to Local Boys, a community staple for seasonal produce from local farms and homemade products like their tortilla chips and sweet and sassy salsa. It’s also the place to go to pick Halloween pumpkins and Christmas trees. Be sure to head to the taproom in the back, where you’ll find dozens of beers and ciders from all over Washington. For a casual breakfast or a fun night out, float on over to The Float, a rustic pub decked out in sports memorabilia, famous for its chicken-fried steak. Come for the food and drinks, and stay for trivia, karaoke or live music as you gather with friends, family and fellow neighbors. If you want dinner with a view, visit Massimo to watch bayside sunsets over Italian food.
Washington Route 302 crosses the water, separating Burley Lagoon and Henderson Bay. Along the road is the Purdy Sand Spit, known by locals simply as “The Spit.” Locals will frequently gather there, especially during the warmer summer months, to go swimming, explore the water on kayaks and canoes or to sit back and relax while watching the sunset.
Students attend Purdy Elementary and Harbor Ridge Middle Schools, both of which receive an A-minus grade from Niche. They’ll finish their degrees at B-plus-rated Peninsula High School, conveniently located in Purdy. The high school is ranked in the top 100 schools in the state and features an indoor pool, which is used by the swimming team and open to the public.
With homes secluded by the woods and local gems by the open waters of the lagoon and bay, Purdy will have you feeling at home in a town that knows how to enjoy the simple things in life.
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Nicolas Stuart
Photography Contributed By
Kristinah Archer
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Greg Pubols
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Tarrah Carver
Tarrah Carver
Responds QuicklyThe Carver Real Estate Group
(360) 564-5373
146 Total Sales
1 in Purdy
$62,000 Price
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Doug Miller
Doug Miller
SKP
(360) 227-4991
222 Total Sales
1 in Purdy
$461,300 Price
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Stephanie Patrick
Stephanie Patrick
RE/MAX Exclusive
(253) 553-3384
86 Total Sales
2 in Purdy
$370K - $985K Price Range
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Stephanie Herrmann
Stephanie Herrmann
Better Properties Soundview
(253) 499-7078
185 Total Sales
1 in Purdy
$532,000 Price
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Paige Schulte
Paige Schulte
Neighborhood Experts Real Est.
(253) 313-1098
505 Total Sales
6 in Purdy
$450K - $1.1M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Sehmel Homestead Park
- Basketball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Rotary Bark Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Crescent Creek Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Bandix Dog Park
Bandix Dog Park
Lazy K Stables Puppy School
Transit
Purdy Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Purdy, Gig Harbor sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Purdy, Gig Harbor over the last 12 months is $99,500, down 88% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$99,950
Median Sale Price
$99,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$524,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,249,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$99,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-88%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
483
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,865
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,359
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,008
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
787
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,344
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$725,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,530 Sq Ft
- 6710 149th Street Ct NW
- New 8 days ago
Experience life where coastal charm meets everyday ease—this North Gig Harbor (3 bed, 2 bath) home offers peaceful water views, 1.18 acres of tree-lined privacy, & quick access to schools, shops, & Hwy 16. Inside, vaulted ceilings & open-concept layout create a light-filled, single-level living space that opens to a balcony deck—perfect for sunset views over the water. Fresh interior/exterior
Sarah Husby Infinity Real Estate, LLC
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$599,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,722 Sq Ft
- 6401 151st St NW
- New 23 days ago
This affordable Gig Harbor rambler is conveniently close to everything! Partially fenced on nearly 3/4 of an acre, it has cement-plank siding, vinyl windows, aggregate front walk & back patio. Inside you'll enjoy living & entertaining in the open concept floor plan, the vaulted ceilings with skylight emit ample natural light, the spacious kitchen has stainless appliances, and the primary bedroom
Angela Goossens RE/MAX Exclusive
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$750,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,400 Sq Ft
- 12616 Burnham Dr
- Unit 14
2-bed, 2bath home in sought after waterfront community of Woodshore Terrace. Soak in the stunning westerly Puget Sound views from this light-filled, recently updated stand-alone condo. 2-story home offers an ideal blend of comfort & coastal charm: bright interiors, inviting deck for entertaining & attached 1-car garage. Ideal layout offers flexibility, with a bedroom, bathroom & living area on
Nancy Forsythe Windermere Prof Partners
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,321
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,417
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,682
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.7%
College Graduates
23%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
46.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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