$774,535Average Value$383Average Price per Sq Ft22Homes For Sale
Old Town's small-town feel keeps generations staying
In her early days of home shopping, broker/realtor at Windermere Real Estate JS, Natalee Thurston, didn’t have much interest in the Old Town Lake Stevens neighborhood. However, when exploring the area, she had a memorable interaction with a tour guide from the Old Town Lake Stevens neighborhood, who sold her on the area. They sat down for cookies and tea and looked at old photos of the tour guide’s past. “It was the cute little guy at the museum that sold me. I got that small town feel I wanted my children to grow up in,” she says. “When people go to the Old Town, they get that small community feel.” While Thurston no longer lives in the area, she notes that small-town feeling remains. “There are people that have lived there for generations, and it still has the wholesomeness.”
Old Town Lake Stevens is located 10 miles north of Snohomish and 40 miles from Seattle. The neighborhood borders Lake Stevens, which is popular for its scenic view and water recreation. Lake Stevens has the basic shopping and dining needs, but locals are close to highways and interstates for any other needs. “It’s growing leaps and bounds, even though it’s still rural,” Thurston says. “We’re minutes from Everett and only a hop and skip from Snohomish.”
Multi-million dollar lakeside home and newer condos
Old Town provides a blend of condos, townhouses and single-family homes from a mix of decades. “New Construction has pretty much taken over. You have 3,000-square-foot homes on 3,000-square-foot lots and smaller homes on larger properties,” Thurston says. The neighborhood’s north side and properties on the lake are mainly from the 21st century. These are primarily craftsman-style single families and townhouses. The 20th-century homes are towards the neighborhood’s center with ramblers, split-levels and traditional styles. Lakeside homes also vary in size and style. “There are still a few cabins left on the lake, but it’s mostly multi-million dollar homes that usually have docks,” she added. The neighborhood also has suburban traits of quieter streets, woodsier landscaping, and private amenities like garages and patios. Condos and townhouse range from $440,000 to $960,000 for a newer property. Lakeside homes range from $700,000 to $2.2 million. Other single-family homes range from $300,000 for a fixer-upper to $1.1 million for a newly constructed contemporary home.
Old Town Lake Stevens offers great lake front properties for you to bring your family.
There are lots of move-in ready homes awaiting for you in Old Town Lake Stevens.
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Bordered by Lake Stevens
Lake Stevens is the largest lake in Snohomish County at over 1,000 acres. Common activities along the river include fishing, swimming, boating and skiing. Lundeen Park provides river access through its swimming area; kids can also go to the playground or basketball court. Davies Beach also offers public access for swimming and boat launching. North Cove Park sits next to City Hall and Lake Stevens and also provides swimming access. Those wanting to stay dry can utilize the trails and disc golf course at Catherine Creek Park. Lake Stevens Community Park has several athletic fields and courts for basketball, baseball and softball. The Centennial Trail stretches 30 miles from Arlington to Snohomish, allowing hikers and bikers a unique multi-use trail. Eagle Ridge Community Garden has 74 beds for the community members to grow produce and donate anything to the Lake Stevens Food Bank.
Enjoy the views of Old Town Lake Stevens.
Every side of Lake Stevens has something to offer, like mountain vistas.
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50 clubs and sports teams at Lake Stevens High
Students are assigned to the Lake Stevens School District, an A-minus district by Niche. They are split between two elementary schools: Highland Elementary and Mount Pilchuck Elementary. Both schools earn B-plus grades from Niche. North Lake Middle, another B-plus school, teaches sixth and seventh-grade students. Cavelero Mid High, a B-rated school, is for eighth and ninth-grade students. Lake Stevens High has an A-minus grade. The school has nearly 50 clubs and athletic teams.
Cavelero Mid High School in Old Town Lake Stevens is rated B in Niche.
Lake Stevens High School, rated A-minus is a top school in Old Lake Stevens.
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Community members mingle at HarvestFest
North Cove Park serves as the city’s main hub for events. In 2020, the Lake Stevens Farmers Market was a highly requested event from the community. The market has been operating for over five years and attracts dozens of vendors offering multiple services. The market runs on Wednesday evenings from June through August. In October, the city’s HarvestFest brings in over 100 vendors to celebrate fall and Halloween. WinterFest gets the community in the holiday spirit with carols, local bands, and food vendors, and the evening winds down with a tree-lighting ceremony.
Old Town Lake Stevens residents head to Lake Stevens Harvest Market every October.
Old Town Lake Stevens residents head to Lake Stevens Harvest Market every October.
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Reach the rest of Snohomish County through Highway 9
People will need their car to travel around the city. Highway 9 travels down to Snohomish and Arlington. Interstate 5 is just 8 miles east, where commuters can reach Everett and Seattle in less than 40 miles. “We have a large population that works at Boeing,” Thurston says. Lake Stevens is also around 30 miles from other major tech companies. “Some people may work in Redmond, which has many tech companies like Microsoft and Amazon,” she adds. Paine Field Airport in Everett flies to seven West Coast cities, including Los Angeles and Phoenix.
Highway 9 connects Old Town Lake Stevens with Arlington and Everett.
Old Town Lake Stevens has easy access to other towns via highway 9.
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Longtime restaurants still stand on Main Street
The heart of Lake Stevens stands along Main Street, and many of its longtime stores are still standing after decades. Biscuit and Bean is the area’s main coffee shop, with handmade syrups and all its food items in a fresh biscuit. Francisco’s Kitchen & Cantina is an upscale restaurant with outdoor seating. The menu has a Mexican-style flare in its steak, seafood and chicken dishes. Lake Stevens Donut handmakes the classic donut flavors and fresh pastries. Jay’s Market provides the groceries. “Jay’s Market has been down there forever,” Thurston says. “They’ve embraced the small-town community feel.” Folks that need big box stores can go to Highway 9, where there’s a Target. Other shopping around this area includes Ulta, Ross Dress for Less and T.J. Maxx.
There are plenty of coffee options near Old Town Lake Stevens.
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Parks in this Area
North Cove Park
Lundeen Park
The Timbers Community Park
Lake Stevens Public Boat Launch
Centennial Trailhead at Hwy 92 Overpass
Catherine Creek Park
Centennial Trailhead at Lake Stevens
Transit
Airport
Seattle Paine Field International
27 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Town Lake Stevens
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old Town Lake Stevens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Town Lake Stevens, Lake Stevens sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Town Lake Stevens, Lake Stevens over the last 12 months is $725,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Rare opportunity to own 130 feet of south-facing Lake Stevens shoreline featuring all-day sun, a private dock with powered boat lift. Panoramic lake views and a level lawn leads to a beach and shallow shoreline, perfect for wading, swimming, or launching water toys with ease. The 3bed, 3-bath home offers comfortable living with lake views from the main living areas & primary suite. The updated
Welcome to this amazing move-in ready split level in Lake Stevens! The main level features a generous living room with a cozy gas fireplace and large windows for natural light. Retreat to the primary bedroom with a large cedar lined walk in closet and en-suite bath. Fantastic open kitchen offers new quartz countertops and opens to a new deck overlooking the fully fenced yard. The lower level is
Experience refined lake living in this elegant 3,780 sqft .74-acre lot estate, just moments from the water. 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 designer baths, this residence showcases soaring ceilings, custom finishes, and an open-concept layout bathed in natural light. A short stroll to a public boating dock makes it a dream for water enthusiasts and those who savor the lake-life lifestyle. The expansive
Beautifully upgraded home is a true masterpiece, crafted with exceptional attention to detail. Warm and welcoming from the moment you step inside, it features a stunning open-concept layout enhanced by elegant crown molding, wainscoting and beautiful floors. The gourmet kitchen impresses with sleek quartz countertops, premium appliances, a convenient pot filler over the range and a unique butlers
Hidden Farm – Historic Residential/Commercial Opportunity on 5.7 Acres. This versatile property is zoned Industrial and ideal for residential, commercial, agricultural, or industrial use. Features include a remodeled 1,600 SF multipurpose barn with finished interiors, full bath and kitchen, plus a large patio and pergola. Also included: a two-car garage/shop, additional shop, four more
This gorgeous home is for rent, partially furnished! The bigger furniture pieces in the living areas will stay as well as most of the beds. With a home this large, that is a huge plus, it makes moving much more simple. Additionally, the furniture if beautiful and well cared for. This home features a large open concept kitchen/living space with soaring high ceilings. Four bedrooms plus 2
Move in ready SPACIOUS 4 bdrm corner lot home next to lush greenbelt with park right behind home! Stunning hardwoods on main floor w/large living & dining areas-Perfect for entertaining! Chef-worthy kitchen w/stainless steel appliances incl gas range, center island & butler pantry. LARGE Master suite boasts cozy gas fireplace, WIC & en suite w/dual sinks, soaking tub & separate shower. HUGE bonus
Amazing Location! This 3 bedroom/2 Bathroom Home has been newly updated and is ready for move in after first week of June! Parking is limited to two car garage and attached driveway/. No animals allowed/no smoking allowed. This unique home shares a lot with the smaller home on the same lot (fence separates the backyards). Reach out to broker for details.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,546
Median Age
38
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$114,514
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$135,702
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.3%
Advanced Degrees
10.5%
% Population in Labor Force
71.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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