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Sedro-Woolley

Sedro-Woolley

Located in Skagit County

$504,788 Average Value
$357 Average Price per Sq Ft
26 Homes For Sale

Life along the Skagit River in Northwest Washington

Spanning just under four square miles, Sedro-Woolley is a tiny city of about 13,000 people in western Skagit County. It sits at the edge of the Cascade Mountain Range, and along the Skagit River, making water activities like fishing and river floating easy to access. With PeaceHealth United General Hospital on the outskirts, health care is a major industry, as is construction. However, “most work somewhere else,” says Jim Skerjanc, resident and broker at HomeSmart One Realty. Residential streets are quiet, with grassy lots and chain-linked fencing. A handful of eateries and businesses are clustered near the center of town. “We have a few little restaurants; Joy’s Café has really good pancakes,” says Skerjanc.

Joy's Bakery & Cafe is a Sedro-Woolley favorite for pancakes and more.
Joy's Bakery & Cafe is a Sedro-Woolley favorite for pancakes and more.
Sedro-Woolley sits at the base of the Cascade Mountain Range.
Sedro-Woolley sits at the base of the Cascade Mountain Range.
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Ramblers in the $500,000s

The median single-family home price in Sedro-Woolley is about $530,000, higher than the national median. A typical home is a rambler on a tidy, no-frills lot. Single-story homes around 1,000 square feet fall in the mid $300,000s, while a few constructions built in 2024 are the most expensive, costing in the mid-$700,000s. Some manufactured homes are available. Kids may attend Sedro-Woolley School District, rated C-plus on Niche.

Rambler homes with tidy lots are a popular choice in Sedro-Woolley.
Rambler homes with tidy lots are a popular choice in Sedro-Woolley.
Find your slice of paradise in a new construction single-family home in Sedro-Woolley.
Find your slice of paradise in a new construction single-family home in Sedro-Woolley.
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Fishing and floating on the Skagit River

The Skagit River offers fertile fishing waters for salmon, steelhead and smelt. Locals can also float down the river in the summer. Riverfront Park has a boat ramp for river access, plus a baseball field, picnic tables and two playgrounds for different ages. Parts of Riverfront Park, State Route 20 and city blocks approaching the riverbank carry a flood risk. The weather is temperate year-round. “The climate is mild,” Skerjanc says. “We maybe get four to five days a year when it drops to 15 degrees.”

Running along side Sedro-Woolley is the Skagit River.
Running along side Sedro-Woolley is the Skagit River.
For a fun play day with the family, head to Riverfront Park in Sedro-Woolley.
For a fun play day with the family, head to Riverfront Park in Sedro-Woolley.
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Downtown for local flavor; neighboring towns for most shopping

Downtown Sedro-Woolley has small businesses and local restaurants housed in buildings with their early 20th-century store names inscribed on their brick facades. Many are along Metcalf Street, which is lined with sidewalks and dotted with lamp posts under telephone wires. Between the antique shops and a decades-old, family-run 1950s diner, the past is celebrated here. There are a few grocers and larger retailers in Sedro-Woolley, “But most go to Mount Vernon and Burlington for everything,” Skerjanc says.

Find a hidden treasure at Ferry St. Antique Mall in Sedro-Woolley.
Find a hidden treasure at Ferry St. Antique Mall in Sedro-Woolley.
Pioneer Marketplace in Sedro-Woolley has all your grocery needs and more.
Pioneer Marketplace in Sedro-Woolley has all your grocery needs and more.
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The annual wood carving competition and tulip festival

Sedro-Woolley's city-wide celebrations are centered around nature. Loggerodeo hosts rodeos throughout the year and throws Washington’s longest-running Fourth of July celebration, which includes a chainsaw wood carving competition. In April, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival features events over the course of a month and walks through the region’s tulip fields.

Enjoy the annual Tulip Festival at Roozengaarden near Sedro-Woolley.
Enjoy the annual Tulip Festival at Roozengaarden near Sedro-Woolley.
Sedro-Woolley residents head over to Tulip Tunes during the Tulip Festival for live music.
Sedro-Woolley residents head over to Tulip Tunes during the Tulip Festival for live music.
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Driving down State Route 20

State Route 20 leads northeast to North Cascades National Park and southwest to Burlington. Skagit Transit buses connect passengers throughout the city and county. About 30 miles north, flights from Bellingham International Airport connect to other West Coast cities.

The case of the runaway elephant

When the circus came to Sedro-Woolley in May of 1922, neighbors had the shock of their lives when Tusko the elephant escaped. He went on a rampage, leaving giant footprints, peering into living rooms and uprooting trees. Men and boys downed moonshine and followed in his chaotic wake for over 30 miles and into the next morning before circus handlers finally reined the rogue elephant in – an incident recognized in the Sedro-Woolley Museum, along with other historical highlights. (No one was hurt and the circus reimbursed damages.)

Skagit County crime trends

Personal and property crime rates committed by those between 18 and 39 in Skagit County increased from 2020 to 2022, then decreased from 2022 to 2023, according to the state of Washington. Sedro-Woolley’s overall CAP Index crime score ranges between 3 and 4 out of 10, which is on par with the national figure.

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
3,206
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Median Year Built
1975
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,467
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,464
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,145
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 1:30PM - 3:30PM

    861 Summerhill Dr, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284

    $1,030,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,154 Sq Ft
    • 861 Summerhill Dr
    • New 25 days ago

    Welcome to “The Waterfall Home,” a private Pacific Northwest retreat on nearly 7 acres just minutes from Bellingham or Burlington. Surrounded by towering evergreens, this custom-built estate offers the rare serenity of your own stream and cascading waterfalls flowing through the property. Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a beautifully updated kitchen create a warm and

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    Stu McNabb
    Windermere Whidbey Island
    (360) 995-1235
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  • Friday, May 1
    Open Fri 12PM - 3PM

    619 Legacy Way, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284

    $736,250

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,785 Sq Ft
    • 619 Legacy Way

    Welcome to Bucko Estates a new legacy community! This single level Georgia plan is on a premium lot w/ 3 bed/2 bath! There are over 26K in upgrades. The great room has a gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings & LVP floors. The kitchen has a gas range, 36" upper blonde cabinets & the island is a Barbados Oak color. The home has quartz countertops throughout the home! The lights are upgraded. The primary

    Kim Woodmansee John L. Scott Skagit

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  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 12PM - 2PM

    659 Cain Lake Rd, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284

    $775,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,732 Sq Ft
    • 659 Cain Lake Rd
    • New 8 days ago

    Waterfront living on Reed Lake with your own private dock, plus private access to Lake Whatcom—an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds. Reed Lake is a quiet lake, offering a peaceful setting for paddleboarding, boats with electric motors, kayaking, and soaking in the natural beauty right from your backyard. Year-round fishing can be enjoyed with the trout-stocked lake. This

    Gabrielle Balolia RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Sedro-Woolley Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
7
Median Rent
$2,450
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,975
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,800
Median Condo Rent
$2,050
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,950

Demographics

Total Population
12,721
Median Age
37
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,083
Below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$82,669

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.6%
College Graduates
16.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

30 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and 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.
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