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From railroad town to trendy historic neighborhood
Hillyard has a long, complex history that is deeply intertwined with Spokane’s origins as a railroad town and transport hub. Today, this neighborhood is experiencing a period of revitalization and cultural resurgence, blending its historic architecture with contemporary shops and restaurants. “The neighborhood has really changed over the last few years. It used to be known as a rougher part of town, but now lots of people are looking to move to the neighborhood,” says Mike Bass, managing broker of Century 21 Beutler & Associates and lifelong Spokane resident. “There are a ton of nice historic houses, and there are some great locally-owned shops and restaurants opening up in the neighborhood, especially along Market.”
The Hillyard Heritage museum features historic train cars from Union Pacific.
The Hillyard neighborhood is a very popular neighborhood to visit on the weekends.
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Old-school homes at competitive prices
Hillyard’s residential blocks are home to a variety of home styles, including American Foursquares to split-levels. However, the majority of the housing in the area is made up of early 20th-century Craftsman bungalows and midcentury ranch-style homes. Most properties in the neighborhood sell for $200,000 to $350,000, a slightly lower price range than homebuyers may find in nearby neighborhoods like Nevada Lidgerwood, but decidedly higher than it was 4 to 5 years ago.
Residents of the Hillyard neighborhood live only a few blocks away from the old train station.
Homes in the Hillyard neighborhood span many different price ranges.
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Historic Hillyard business district
The Historic Hillyard Business District centers around Market Street and is home to many locally-owned restaurants and shops. The district has remained almost architecturally unchanged for the past 90 years, offering a window into Spokane’s past. The neighborhood is home to over 10 murals depicting trains and railroad workers. Market Street is home to some of Spokane’s most popular vintage and antique shops, along with the local supermarket and a growing roster of restaurants.
The Bad Seed serves Tex-Mex cuisine with a gothic vibe inside the historic Hillyard Library building, while the somewhat iconic red-painted Red Dragon is one of Spokane’s most popular Chinese restaurants. Bellwether Brewing is a family-owned business serving pints inside the old United Building.
Residents often walk the shops within the Hillyard neighborhood.
Green's Fresh Market offers local produce for the residents of the Hillyard neighborhood.
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Hillyard's railroad heritage
Hillyard began as a railroad town for workers on the Great Northern Railway. It was annexed by the city of Spokane and is deeply connected to the greater city’s history as a transport hub. That history is on display at the Hillyard Heritage Museum, which is home to a number of decommissioned railcars and plaques recounting the history of the neighborhood. The neighborhood celebrates its history every August with the Hillyard Festival, along with the traditional annual Chalk Art Walk and Hillyard Hippie Happening, both of which draw thousands of visitors from all over Greater Spokane.
Hillyard has many auto shops and classic car meets.
The Hillyard neighborhood sits only 10 minutes away from downtown Spokane.
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Art Deco architecture at Rogers High
The Spokane Public School District oversees the local public schools. Cooper Elementary has a B grade on Niche, while Shaw Middle School has a C on the site. Rogers High School has a B-minus grade and is known for its impressive Art Deco architecture, which landed it on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011. The high school offers dual-enrollment courses through nearby Spokane Community College, located just south of Hillyard.
Rogers High features an updated building entrance.
The Hillyard library is located within the Hillyard neighborhood.
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Hillyard Skate Park
There are a number of parks in and around the neighborhood, including small but well-maintained playground-centered spots like Kehoe Park and James Hill Park. Harmon Field offers a bit more space to run around and is home to the Hillyard Skate Park, which offers over 12,000 square feet of ramps, bowls and other features. If you can shred some pavement, head to Hillyard Skatepark. Totaling 12,000 square feet, it features ramps and two 10-foot-deep bowls – an oasis for boarders of all levels. Just east of the neighborhood, Beacon Hill features miles of hiking and biking trails, along with some of the best views in the city.
Locals come to Harmon Park to ride around the Skate Park
Residents of the Hillyard neighborhood can utilize Lime scooters for transportation.
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The North-South Corridor
Market Street and Freya Street, the neighborhood’s major thoroughfares, connect Hillyard to Central Spokane and Interstate 95. It’s about 4 miles from the neighborhood to the interstate and 6 miles Downtown.
Hillyard locals and longtime Spokane residents alike are familiar with the North-South Corridor project, which was first proposed in the 1940s and approved in the 1970s. Actual construction on the 10.5-mile freeway, which cuts through Hillyard and will eventually offer a direct route from north Spokane to Interstate 90, didn’t begin until 2001. The bones of the corridor have been part of the Hillyard landscape for decades now, and the estimated completion date is currently 2030.
The Hillyard neighborhood has lots of outdoor space with quick access to downtown.
Some homes in the Hillyard neighborhood have a view of downtown Spokane.
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Parks in this Area
Rochester Heights Park
Andrew Rypien Park
Minnehaha Park
Harmon Park
Hays Park
Friendship Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Beacon Hill
Riverside State Park
Transit
Airport
Spokane International
24 min drive
Bus
Crestline & Houghton
Bus
Regal & Rich
Bus
Market & Wabash
Bus
Wellesley & Lacey
Bus
Crestline & Queen
Bus
Haven & Wabash
Bus
Regal & Garland
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hillyard
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hillyard, Spokane sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Hillyard, Spokane over the last 12 months is $280,878, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Packed with potential, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,490 sq. ft. of opportunity in a well-located area with ongoing public and private investment. Built in the early 1900s, it features a spacious living area, large bedrooms, and a kitchen with laundry hookups, ready for your updates and vision. Enjoy the timeless charm of a covered front porch with brick-accented pillars, a fully fenced
Charming 2 bed 1 bath Trailer on leased land. Close to Beacon Hill, just north of Esmeralda Golf Course. This well maintained 2 bedroom home offers a comfortable and affordable living space in a peaceful setting. This property has been cared for with pride and is move in ready for its next owner. Enjoy the convenience of single level living, and a functional layout.
Check out this fully occupied triplex offering three 2 Bed / 1 Bath units with a combined rental income of $3,797/month. Each unit is well-maintained and enjoys access to a fenced yard, providing added privacy and outdoor space. Located just steps from Kehoe Park, this property is ideal for investors seeking immediate cash flow or a buyer looking for a great owner-occupancy opportunity—live in
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,342
Median Age
38
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,921
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,817
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
39''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24/ 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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