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City Center Spokane

City Center Spokane

Suburban Neighborhood in Spokane, Washington

Spokane County 99201
$815,211 Average Value
$1,195 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

City living on the Spokane River

City Center is a bright spot in eastern Washington State, where the surrounding wilderness weaves through the city’s sparkling urban grid. This active community embodies the larger Spokane’s motto, “Near Nature, Near Perfect,” overlooking the city’s namesake estuary at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills. The riverside location offers these inlanders the fresh air they need and the amenities they crave. “You have easy access to the train, shopping centers and local employers,” says Haydn Halsted, Realtor at Halsted Hometeam. This fast-moving community offers a dynamic mixture of convenient city living and outdoor adventure.
Spokane has its own version of big ben.
Spokane has its own version of big ben.
Riverfront park features a plethora of walking trails.
Riverfront park features a plethora of walking trails.
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Fresh air at The Falls

Riverfront Park is Spokane’s cultural cornerstone. The dynamic outdoor hub’s sprawling multi-use space fills with walkers and cyclists who take to the paved pathways lined with lofty maples. Bikers carve past public art sculptures and ride across the river while other parkgoers make their way down the stairs beside the tumbling rapids at the scenic falls. Some soak in the stunning water views while suspended ski-lift-style in a slow-moving cabin, the best vantage point in the city. The dynamic outdoor hot spot is a year-round respite known for its blooming beds of lilacs that sweeten the summertime air. The park also hosts many of the city’s most popular events, including New Year's Eve Fireworks Celebration and the popular Lilac Festival Brewfest, featuring 30 local beer and cider makers.
The riverfront pavilion turns into an amphitheater for concerts and events.
The riverfront pavilion turns into an amphitheater for concerts and events.
Riverfront park features beautiful gardens.
Riverfront park features beautiful gardens.
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Local eats at The Wonder Market

City Center homeowners live steps away from busy shopping centers like River Park Square, an upscale mall full of name-brand shops and a handful of local boutiques. Spokanites navigate the downtown area to explore the many eateries that shape the city’s budding culinary scene. Atticus Coffee’s organic roasts make for a cozy pick-me-up, and foodies can find lots of local bites at The Wonder Market, Spokane’s first food hall. Ruins chef Tony Brown is a James Beard Award semifinalist in 2023, lauded for his creative seasonal menus and craft cocktails. Live music hums daily from City Center’s many venues, including the historic Fox Theater’s Art Deco digs and the city’s independent, edgy favorite, The Big Dipper. Sports fans can catch a hockey game at Spokane Arena and mark their calendars for Hoopfest, the largest three-on-three basketball tournament in the world.
The Wonder Building offers a space for locals to get out of the house for entertainment.
The Wonder Building offers a space for locals to get out of the house for entertainment.
The Wonder building features lots of indoor activities for locals to enjoy.
The Wonder building features lots of indoor activities for locals to enjoy.
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Attached housing with city views

Spokane’s city dwellers live in brick-clad condos, historic lofts and small studios with big views. Most properties have multi-family layouts, where homeowners live side-by-side with their neighbors in townhomes, high rises and mixed-use developments. A simple spot in City Center might sell for $350,000, while premium properties climb to $2 million in this riverfront community. Most properties fall around the $600,000 range, which is significantly higher than the city’s overall figure. Homebuyers should be advised that the CAP Index gives City Center Spokane a crime score of 10 out of 10.
Spokane has several luxury condos near downtown.
Spokane has several luxury condos near downtown.
Colorful homes are located close to downtown Spokane.
Colorful homes are located close to downtown Spokane.
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Lewis and Clark students shine in computer science

Many City Center kids attend the Spokane Public Schools. Younger students may start at Roosevelt Elementary and continue to Sacajawea Middle before earning their diplomas from Lewis and Clark High. Each public school carries a Niche score of B or higher. Lewis and Clark is known for its expansive extracurricular offerings, spanning subjects from photography club and computer science to the culinary arts. There are also several private and charter schools in town for those interested in exploring education alternatives.
Lewis and Clark High features and updated building with historical architecture.
Lewis and Clark High features and updated building with historical architecture.
Lewis and Clark High sits close to mini downtown amenities.
Lewis and Clark High sits close to mini downtown amenities.
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Spokanites walk to work

Spokane’s City Center has a compact, walkable infrastructure, simplifying travel. STA buses offer multiple routes that shuttle locals across town, but many commuters opt to head out on foot or take a bike ride to the office with so many corporations nearby. Clearwater Paper is one of the region's top employers, with an office smack-dab in the center of the city. Washington State University – Spokane and Gonzaga University are immediately east of the highway, churning the local economy. The Amtrak station is also easy to access for long-distance trips.
The train and bus station is located a few minutes from the bus plaza.
The train and bus station is located a few minutes from the bus plaza.
The Spokane bus plaza provides alternative transportation for locals.
The Spokane bus plaza provides alternative transportation for locals.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Spokane International

9 min drive

Bus

Stevens & Sprague

Bus

1st & Cedar

Bus

Main & Howard

Bus

Washington & 4th

Bus

Plaza Bay 2

Bus

Spokane Falls & Howard

Bus

Monroe & Broadway

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime City Center Spokane US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 9 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 10 4
Burglary 10 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 10 4
Larceny 10 4
Crime Score 10 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

City Center Spokane Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$4,750,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$4,750,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,195

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
193
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1910
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,110
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,135
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,819
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,065
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,058

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,428
Median Age
47
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
8.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$14,983
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,544

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.7%
College Graduates
27.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.2%
% Population in Labor Force
34.7%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
39''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

63 / 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.

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