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West Hazel Dell

West Hazel Dell

$519,298 Average Value
$292 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

From farmland to a desirable suburb

Before World War II, Hazel Dell was an agricultural community best known for hosting the Clark County Poor Farm from 1873 to 1943. It quickly filled up with residential subdivisions after the war that were built to house the thousands of new people who moved to Vancouver to work in its factories and shipyards. Hazel Dell is now split in half by Interstate 5, with West Hazel Dell bordering Burnt Bridge Creek, just east of Lake Vancouver. “Living here means you’re just a few minutes away from downtown Vancouver and the Columbia River waterfront,” says Kelly Monfort, a local real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty. “Folks can also take I-5 straight to downtown Portland, so it’s a desirable area among commuters.”

1950s ranch-style homes and split-levels

Today, the streets of West Hazel Dell are lined with ranch-style homes and split-levels that were largely built throughout the 1950s and 1980s, with some 21st-century builds throughout. Home prices here are a bit more affordable compared to nearby neighborhoods like Northwest Vancouver and Lake Shore, with single-family homes ranging from $290,000 to $995,000, prices increasing with square footage and upgrades. Townhomes and condos can go for $300,000 to $390,000. While many of the community’s single-family homes were built over 70 years ago, a large number hit the market with recent renovations and updates. On the neighborhood’s south side, there is a selection of four-bedroom homes built in the past 10 years with attached two-car garages and modern appliances. Most houses sit close together on quarter-acre lots, while those sitting on the west side of Overlook Drive have half-acre, private lots with back yards full of mature trees.

Ranch and split level homes are common throughout West Hazel Dell.
Ranch and split level homes are common throughout West Hazel Dell.
A vibrant and well-kept residential environment characterizes West Hazel Dell.
A vibrant and well-kept residential environment characterizes West Hazel Dell.
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Mexican cuisine and live music

Popular grocery options include Fred Meyer, Walmart, Safeway and WinCo Foods. The area is dotted with popular chains and fast-food dining options, including numerous spots for Mexican cuisine, like El Tapatio and Muchas Gracias Mexican Food. Locals can also take the short drive south to Main Street to savor southern-style comfort foods like chicken-fried oysters or the barbecue pork sandwich from the Frontier Public House for dinner before continuing the drive towards downtown Vancouver and the city’s port district. “On the weekends, patrons gather at the public house to listen to live music,” Monfort says.

Grab dinner with friends at Frontier Public House in West Hazel Dell.
Grab dinner with friends at Frontier Public House in West Hazel Dell.
There are several Mexican Food trucks to be enjoyed in West Hazel Dell.
There are several Mexican Food trucks to be enjoyed in West Hazel Dell.
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Vancouver Public Schools

Each of the area's public schools earns a B-minus overall grade from Niche, starting with Hazel Dell Elementary School, which is within a short walk of the neighborhood's east side. Jason Lee Middle School offers a variety of elective courses, from journalism to visual arts. Hudson's Bay High School has over 20 extracurricular offerings, including clubs centered around sign language, Dungeons & Dragons and theatre. The high school also partners with Clark College for its dual enrollment courses.

Hazel Dell Elementary serves children in West Hazel Dell.
Hazel Dell Elementary serves children in West Hazel Dell.
Experience easy access to I-5 in West Hazel Dell.
Experience easy access to I-5 in West Hazel Dell.
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Enjoy the outdoors at Jorgenson Woods

At Jorgenson Woods Neighborhood Park, neighborhood residents can bring their kids to use the play equipment, enjoy packed lunches on the picnic tables and walk along the shaded quarter-mile path. The Burnt Bridge Creek Greenway borders the neighborhood’s residential streets to the southwest and hikers can access 8 miles of wooded trails from the Stewart Glen access point. Vancouver Lake lies just west of the neighborhood. Vancouver Lake Regional Park is home to picnic tables, a playground, tree-lined walking trails and a sandy beach.

Kids can play at the playground at Jorgensen Woods Neighborhood Park in West Hazel Dell.
Kids can play at the playground at Jorgensen Woods Neighborhood Park in West Hazel Dell.
New homes and apartments aren't uncommon in West Hazel Dell.
New homes and apartments aren't uncommon in West Hazel Dell.
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Drive to downtown Vancouver or Portland

Interstate 5 borders West Hazel Dell to the east and can take residents 3 miles south to downtown Vancouver or 12 miles to Portland’s city center. “You’re also really close to Portland International Airport,” says Monfort. “It’s just a 20-minute drive away, so in terms of transportation, residents have a lot of accessible amenities.” C-TRAN operates the area's bus routes, with nearby stops along Hazel Dell and Ninth avenues.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Portland International

25 min drive

Bus

Hazel Dell Ave 8900 Block

Bus

Hazel Dell Ave & 94th St

Bus

NW 9th Ave & 94th St

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Hazel Dell Ave 7900 Block

Bus

NW 9th Ave & 87th St

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NW 99th Street 200 Block

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Hazel Dell Ave & 82nd St

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Hazel Dell US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,910
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Median Year Built
1968
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,712
Below the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,507
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,225
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
6
Median Rent
$2,432
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,423
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,750
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,500
Median Condo Rent
$2,365
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,220

Demographics

Total Population
6,166
Median Age
42
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$78,392
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$88,775

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.1%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
30.9%
Advanced Degrees
10%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Minimal public transit

Transit®

10 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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