Pleasant Glade
Neighborhood in Lacey, Washington
Thurston County 98506, 98516
Modern developments and midcentury ranches from the '60s
The first major residential developments in the neighborhood were built in the 1960s, with additional subdivisions springing up sporadically over the decades. Consequently, Pleasant Glade’s housing stock is more diverse than many other parts of Lacey. Contemporary two-story Craftsman-style homes in modern subdivisions make up an ever-increasing fraction of the local housing stock, but midcentury ranch-style homes and split-levels are common on the north and east sides of the neighborhood. There are also manufactured homes at the Alonda Villa development in the center of the neighborhood. The neighborhood’s established feel is visible in the mature trees and careful landscaping found throughout the community, which give it more of a settled look than many neighborhoods in south Lacey. Most single-family homes in the neighborhood sell for between $450,000 and $650,000, while manufactured units generally go for $100,000 to $200,000.Bike on the Chehalis Western Trail
The Chehalis Western Trail, a favorite with cyclists and joggers, runs along the west edge of the neighborhood. The 22-mile rail trail runs from Woodard Bay Conservation Area to the north down to the city of Rainier to the south, passing along some of the prettiest landscapes in the area on the way. Dedicated park space in the neighborhood is limited to Pleasant Glade Park, somewhat out of the way on the north side of the neighborhood, which features a few unpaved trails through 40 acres of woods and fields.Walkable North Thurston schools
The neighborhood’s public schools are part of the North Thurston Public Schools District. Pleasant Glade Elementary, Chinook Middle School and North Thurston High School are all located within the neighborhood, and many homes in Pleasant Glade are within walking distance of all three. Pleasant Glade Elementary and Chinook Middle both have a B grade on Niche. North Thurston High School has a B-plus grade, and offers college credit courses as part of its Running Start Program, which partners with nearby South Puget Sound Community College.Nearby Olympia festivals
Pleasant Glade itself doesn't have much in the way of local community events, apart from North Thurston High basketball and football games. However, the neighborhood is just a few miles from downtown Olympia, which hosts a number of major festivals throughout the year, including the Capitol Lakefair in July and Olympia Harbor Days on Labor Day Weekend, which draw thousands of visitors from all over the Pacific Northwest.Easy commute to Olympia and Lewis-McChord
Interstate 5 passes just south of the neighborhood, offering easy commuting to Olympia and Joint Base Lewis-McChord. It’s less than 4 miles by car to downtown Olympia and the state capitol campus, while JBLM is 15 miles away via the I-5. Bus service in the neighborhood is somewhat limited, though there are stops along nearby Lily Road and Martin Way. Cycling is also a popular way of getting around the neighborhood, thanks in large part to the proximity of the Chehalis Western Trail.Sleater-Kinney retail
While Pleasant Glade itself is wholly residential, it’s located just north of Lacey’s largest commercial district, which centers around the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Sleater-Kinney Road (the namesake of famed Olympia rock band Sleater-Kinney). This means most Pleasant Glade residents are within a 1- to 2-mile drive of over a dozen big box stores, multiple supermarkets — including Fred Meyer and Albertsons — and a wide array of smaller shops and restaurants. “You’re right next to tons of shopping, the hospital is right there and Olympia is just down the road,” says Realtor Matt Murray of Van Dorm Realty, who has lived in the area for over 25 years. “It’s definitely one of the most convenient locations in the area in that sense. But even though it’s close to everything, the neighborhood is off the main roads, so you don’t really see problems with traffic.” Dining options include some of the most popular eateries in Lacey, including beloved Italian joint Dirty Dave’s Pizza Parlor, known for its ultra-deep dish 3D pizza. The neighborhood is also right next to Providence St. Peter Hospital, one of the largest medical centers in the Greater Olympia area.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Keenan French
Olympic Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(360) 529-5681
114 Total Sales
1 in Pleasant Glade
$750,000 Price
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Jason Munoz
Keller Williams South Sound
(253) 201-3014
314 Total Sales
3 in Pleasant Glade
$500K - $655K Price Range
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Virginia Everard
Responds QuicklyBest Choice Realty LLC
(970) 367-1092
115 Total Sales
2 in Pleasant Glade
$500K - $583K Price Range
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Matthew Gerrish
Premier Real Estate Partners
(253) 527-7270
162 Total Sales
1 in Pleasant Glade
$535,000 Price
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Ryan Xu
Responds QuicklyReal Estate Collection
(425) 528-8321
180 Total Sales
1 in Pleasant Glade
$513,000 Price
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Lawrence Morris
Tribeca NW Real Estate
(425) 484-8054
23 Total Sales
3 in Pleasant Glade
$480K - $535K Price Range
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Pleasant Glade | US |
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Homicide | 3 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
Robbery | 4 | 4 |
Burglary | 5 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
Larceny | 6 | 4 |
Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pleasant Glade Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pleasant Glade, Lacey sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Pleasant Glade, Lacey over the last 12 months is $582,995, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Open Houses
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Monday, Jun 1610am - 5pm
$604,995
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,251 Sq Ft
- 3923 23rd Ave NE
- Unit 98
- New 14 days ago
Sleater Crossing by D.R. Horton. The Sellwood is a spacious Great Room style floorplan ideal for entertaining. This is also our furnished model, open 7 days a week to view! There are 4 bedrooms with one oversized that could also be used as a bonus room. The home features hard surface flooring throughout the main level, paint grade cabinets, white millwork & doors, Stainless Steel Appliances with
Brandy Runkle DR Horton
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Monday, Jun 1610am - 5pm
$744,995
- 6 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,259 Sq Ft
- 2417 Hyde Ct NE
- Unit 20
- New 26 days ago
Timeless craftsmanship meets modern design in the Stafford plan! On the main floor, the clearly delineated dining room opens into a spacious great room, punctuated by a delightful raised fireplace. The kitchen features an abundance of counter space, including an enormous island. Huge pantry located just as you enter from the garage with a built in bench for your drop zone. A bedroom featuring an
Brandy Runkle DR Horton
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Monday, Jun 1610am - 5pm
$679,995
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,770 Sq Ft
- 39232 Boxcar Ct NE
- Unit 62
Welcome to Sleater Crossing. Be prepared to live an extraordinary life in the Bridgewater plan! Whether hosting guests in your open concept great room or preparing dinner on the spacious kitchen island, you’ll be amazed at the elegant ease the Bridgewater will bring to your life! Need a bedroom on the main floor? This one has it. Upstairs you'll also appreciate an expansive bonus room perfect for
Kevin Pier DR Horton
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