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Hockinson

Hockinson

$914,977 Average Value
$288 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

A rural atmosphere with room to grow in Hockinson

In the foothills of the Western Cascade Range, Hockinson has a rural, secluded feel with spacious properties, farmland and wooded groves lining its quiet streets. While the community feels far from city life, downtown Vancouver is around 15 miles southeast, and the shops and restaurants of Battle Ground are less than a 10-minute drive away. “People like having the rural atmosphere and peace and quiet while still being close to town,” says Lousie James, a local real estate broker with over 25 years of real estate experience across the United States. “You get a lot of 5-plus-acre properties, and the land is good for hobby farms and gardening. It’s country living just a short drive from all the businesses of Vancouver.”

Some Hockinson locals choose to outfit their homes with solar energy panels.
Some Hockinson locals choose to outfit their homes with solar energy panels.
Residents of Hockinson tend to value a closeness with nature.
Residents of Hockinson tend to value a closeness with nature.
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Spacious lots and quiet streets near Vancouver

Minimal through traffic allows for a peaceful atmosphere along the community’s residential streets, with large lots providing privacy between neighbors in most areas. The area’s ranch-style, Colonial Revival and modern traditional homes sit on lots ranging from half an acre to over 20 acres, though homes in some subdivisions like Dunning Meadows and Urban Oaks sit close together on small lots. Manufactured homes, fixer-uppers and newer builds on small lots range from $455,000 to $720,000, while move-in-ready homes on large lots can go for $620,000 to $2.2 million, with prices increasing with square footage and land. Hockinson has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, significantly lower than the national average of 4.

Some residents of Hockinson enjoy spending warm afternoons on their front porches.
Some residents of Hockinson enjoy spending warm afternoons on their front porches.
Hockinson tends to experience four, distinct seasons throughout the year.
Hockinson tends to experience four, distinct seasons throughout the year.
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Extracurriculars and dual credit at Hockinson schools

Local families are served by Hockinson Heights Elementary School, which earns a B-plus overall grade from Niche. Also with a B-plus, Hockinson Middle School has over a dozen extracurricular offerings, from Math Olympiad to drawing club. “The highly rated schools are one of the big draws of families to Hockinson,” James says. Hockinson High School receives a B grade and has a unique selection of elective courses, including science of science fiction, stage craft and musical production. College in the High School is a program that partners with Central Washington University and Clark College to provide around 20 dual enrollment courses administered on the high school campus.

Hockinson Middle School serves grades 6-8 on NE 182nd Ave in Vancouver.
Hockinson Middle School serves grades 6-8 on NE 182nd Ave in Vancouver.
Hockinson High School serves grades 9-12 on NE 159th St in Vancouver.
Hockinson High School serves grades 9-12 on NE 159th St in Vancouver.
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Local businesses on 182nd Avenue and nearby shopping in Battle Ground

While the area is largely residential and agricultural, there are a few businesses along 182nd Avenue. Hearth Coffee serves espresso, tea, breakfast sandwiches and smoothies. Hockinson Market has a small selection of wine and groceries, along with made-to-order pizza and hand-scooped ice cream. Yanni’s Thai Food offers window service outside of the market, with dishes ranging from potstickers to yellow curry. The city of Battle Ground lies just northwest of Hockinson and is home to big-box stores, supermarkets and chain eateries.

Hockinson Neighborhood Market is a convenient spot to grab snacks and more.
Hockinson Neighborhood Market is a convenient spot to grab snacks and more.
Hockinson Neighborhood Market is a reliable stand-by for cold drinks.
Hockinson Neighborhood Market is a reliable stand-by for cold drinks.
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Trails, fishing and sports facilities in Hockinson

Hockinson Meadows Community Park is a popular spot for outdoor recreation, with a playground, picnic tables, soccer fields and six baseball diamonds that host Evergreen Little League games and practices. Hockinson Meadows also has a disc golf course and the 2-acre Kane Memorial Dog Park. The 80-acre Salmon-Morgan Creeks Natural Area has around 2 miles of trails winding through forests and meadows. “Alderbrook Park is one of the area’s gems,” James says. “It hosts events and parties, with a beautiful lake and trails.” Alderbrook hosts the Friday Night Cruise In every week from May to September, with car shows, vendors and games. A short drive north, Battle Ground Lake State Park has trails for hiking and horseback riding, wooded campsites, kayaks for rent and a dock where anglers can reel in rainbow trout and largemouth bass.

A paved path makes strolling easy at Hockinson Meadows Community Park in Vancouver, WA.
A paved path makes strolling easy at Hockinson Meadows Community Park in Vancouver, WA.
Observe the natural beauty of the Salmon-Morgan Creeks Natural Area.
Observe the natural beauty of the Salmon-Morgan Creeks Natural Area.
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Convenient access to Vancouver and Portland

Vancouver is roughly 15 miles southeast of Hockinson, while downtown Portland is around 25 miles away via Interstate 205. Portland International Airport is around 17 miles south, about a 30 minute drive.

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Hockinson Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$735,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$743,500
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288

Area Facts

Number of Homes
5
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2012
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,214
Significantly above the national average
1,930
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
49,222

Homes for Sale

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Hockinson Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,171
Median Age
44
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$133,450
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$157,253

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.1%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
42.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.2%
% Population in Labor Force
61%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Hockinson
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