$460,811Average Value$335Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
A village with oceanfront state parks in Grays Harbor County
An afternoon spent on the never-ending Pacific Ocean — the scent of salt in the air, kites flying in the wind and the sound of waves colliding with the shore. This is daily life in Grayland, a village on the coast of Washington state. “Grayland has the most popular camping grounds in the state right on the beach,” says broker Jennifer Custer who works with Windermere Real Estate Westport and has over a decade of experience in the area. The waterfront village, known for its state parks, is home to less than a thousand people who can commute 20 miles to Aberdeen. But Grayland locals have everything they need on State Route 105: a grocery store, a neighborhood pub and cranberries. The area’s cranberry bogs and cranberry museum set it apart from other beachfront communities in the area.
Grayland Beach State Park and Twin Harbors State Park
Grayland Beach State Park, nearly 600 acres of land, gives residents and tourists an expansive sandy beachfront on over a mile of Washington state coastline. There aren’t any bluffs this far south, but it has windy conditions ideal for kite flying and many shellfish to find. “That’s where the best clam digging is, better than Westport. And you can drive on Grayland Beach year-round. People go down there to drive and park, picnic or razor clam dig,” Custer says. Those passing through can stay in yurts on campsites separated by evergreen trees. At Twin Harbors State Park, there are campsites for cabins and RVs secluded in the woods, where people can walk along trails that lead to grass-covered sand dunes. Visitors with four-wheel drives can drive and park on the sand, although they should be careful to avoid getting stuck.
Ranch-style homes and beach houses in Grayland
Centered around State Route 105, Grayland has small businesses and houses interspersed on the main road. “Westport is a city with water and sewer. When you get into Grayland, it's more rural. Everyone's on septics out there,” Custer says. The houses on the thoroughfare often have lots separated by pine trees, while beachfront homes tend to have more spacious yards with sand dunes out back. They also have features like easy walks to the water and decks with ocean views. Ranch-style homes range from $250,000 to $400,000, while beach houses with ocean views range from $550,000 to $750,000.
Retail and a neighborhood pub on State Route 105
Because it’s a more rural area, Grayland doesn’t have a lot of retail, but residents can find what they need on the community’s main road: State Route 105. At Grayland Local Bar & Grill, patrons can expect a relaxed pub atmosphere with pool tables. As its name suggests, locals gather at the eatery, best known for its clam chowder. The Local Store provides produce and groceries, while those looking for wine and cheese selections can visit Grayland Beach Outfitters.
Cranberry attractions
As an area known for its cranberry bogs, one of Grayland’s biggest attractions is the Cranberry Museum. It features an exhibit on the history of cranberry harvesting and a gift shop that sells fresh berries. The annual Cranberry Harvest Festival, a weekend-long event, recently celebrated 30 years. It offers tours of cranberry bogs, a cook-off using cranberries and a parade at night.
Ocosta public schools
The community is served by the Ocosta School District, which earns a C-plus grade according to Niche. Ocosta Elementary School also has a C-plus rating. Ocosta Junior/Senior High School serves middle through high school levels and has a C-plus rating. The school offers courses from financial algebra, which factors math into real world spending, to Photo II, where students can learn how to use photo editing software.
20 miles west of Aberdeen
Grayland is a car-dependent community. It's located about 70 miles from Olympia via State Route 8. About 20 miles from Aberdeen, residents can get to the town center via State Route 105. Those who prefer public transit can catch a Grays Harbor Transit bus. For a nearby hospital, Harbor Regional Health Emergency Department is 20 miles away in Aberdeen. The Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is about 120 miles away.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Nelia Woods,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Grayland Beach State Park
Grayland Beach Oba State Park Drive On Access
Twin Harbors State Park
TwinHobber Beach Access
Grayland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grayland, Ocean Shores sell after 328 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Grayland, Ocean Shores over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This is a nice home on a nice property, and it is just a couple minutes to the beach for fun and relaxing! The home has 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 with their own entrance and a decent bathroom and a good-sized living room with a fireplace and a dining room area next to the kitchen and stunning wood ceilings. The seller has done some good updates on the home! There is new wood flooring throughout, a
Turn-Key Beachfront Estate on 3.5+ Acres on Grayland Beach Spectacular oceanfront living with 130' of frontage and gated privacy. This 3988 sq ft estate offers 3 beds, 2.5 baths on the main level with sweeping ocean views, a spacious primary suite, walk-in closet, and jacuzzi tub. New composite 3-sided deck with oceanfront hot tub. The 1,940 sq ft lower level has a separate entrance—If you add a
This lovely home is located close to the beach & offers an additional building! The home has two nice bedrooms and two full bathrooms, and the extra building has a 1/2 bathroom and that building can be used as an additional living space! The sellers have done some nice updates, including a new front porch deck cover and all new gutters and all new outside painting on both buildings! They also did
Charming Beach Bungalow, just a short distance from Beach Access! Step into coastal living with this adorable 1 bed, 1bath, 592 sq ft home-perfectly located, near the beach. Built in 1950, this classic gem blends vintage charm with modern updates, including a stainless steel dishwasher and range. Stay comfortable year-round with a ductless heat pump, and enjoy low-maintenance living thanks to
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Nelia Woods,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
587
Median Age
62
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
10.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
44%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$25,833
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,878
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
22.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.5%
% Population in Labor Force
19.5%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
69''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
67°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
