Minnehaha
Suburban Neighborhood in Spokane, Washington
Spokane County 99217
Midcentury homes next to leafy hills
The neighborhood’s residential streets are lined with ranch-style homes, bungalows and split-levels. The neighborhood was first platted at the turn of the 20th century, and houses in the neighborhood feature more spacious yards than those found in Central Spokane, with lots up to a quarter acre in size. Most of the homes standing in Minnehaha today were built in the early-to-mid-20th century and range from $250,000 to $450,000. The hills along the eastern edge of the neighborhood are covered in Douglas firs and Ponderosa pines, giving the whole neighborhood a woodsy feel.Minnehaha Rocks and Beacon Hill
The neighborhood is best known for its ample recreational opportunities. “You can enjoy golfing, hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking,” says Mindy Muglia, Broker Partner for Five Star Spokane Realty. “You can swim or kayak on the Spokane River. You can kind of do it all." 39-acre Minnehaha Park connects to Beacon Hill, a popular hiking and mountain biking spot with dramatic city views. There are dozens of climbing and bouldering routes at Minnehaha Rocks, including a 70-foot main wall. Road cyclists can enjoy the 40-mile Spokane River Centennial Trail, which runs from west Spokane all the way to the Idaho border and features amazing views of the river. The neighborhood is also right next to the city-operated Esmerelda Golf Course. “It’s really a great course,” says Bass. “It’s right on the edge of town, so it sort of blends into the forest. The public courses in Spokane are, pardon the pun, on par with the private courses in the area.”Rogers High offers advanced classes at SCC
Minnehaha’s public schools are overseen by the Spokane Public School District. Cooper Elementary has a B grade on Niche, while Shaw Middle School has a C grade. Rogers High School has a B-minus grade and was the filming location for many scenes of the classic 80s wrestling film Vision Quest. The school offers dual enrollment classes through nearby Spokane Community College, which is located just across the river from Minnehaha.Cycling to work on the Centennial Trail
Roads like Freya Street and Euclid Avenue connect Minnehaha to nearby neighborhoods like Hillyard as well as Downtown Spokane. Upriver Drive, which follows the Spokane River along the southern border of the neighborhood, is part of the city’s renowned Centennial Trail—the most-used bike trail in the Inland Northwest—which allows cyclists to ride Downtown, to Spokane Valley, or all the way to Idaho. It’s a little over 3 miles from Minnehaha to the nearest Interstate 95 on-ramp. The route, which follows Greene Street and Freya Street, is popular with commuters and can get a bit crowded during rush hours.Hillyard shops and nearby restaurants
While Minnehaha’s blocks are almost entirely residential, the neighborhood is less than a mile away from the shops and restaurants of Hillyard, including the neighborhood Safeway supermarket. While Minnehaha itself doesn’t have a huge dining scene, it is home to a couple of the most popular restaurants in North Spokane. Knight’s Diner offers classic American fare in a converted railcar, celebrating the area’s railroad-centered history. The highly-rated Rincon Tapatio, meanwhile, features authentic Mexican cuisine and has some of the best carne asada in town.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cambria Henry
Cambria Henry
Haven Real Estate Group
(509) 463-9513
437 Total Sales
6 in Minnehaha
$260K - $365K Price Range
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Kelly Stratton
Kelly Stratton
Realty One Group Eclipse
(509) 774-3702
89 Total Sales
2 in Minnehaha
$360K - $396K Price Range
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Shannon Dayton
Shannon Dayton
John L. Scott- Spokane Valley
(509) 285-9471
124 Total Sales
3 in Minnehaha
$257K - $325K Price Range
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Tracy Penna
Tracy Penna
Responds QuicklyWindermere North
(509) 822-5820
299 Total Sales
1 in Minnehaha
$287,500 Price
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Carrie Meyer
Carrie Meyer
Responds QuicklyHome Sales Spokane
(509) 207-1657
113 Total Sales
2 in Minnehaha
$315K - $335K Price Range
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Toby Blodgett
Toby Blodgett
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty
(208) 714-4276
158 Total Sales
2 in Minnehaha
$340K - $374K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Spokane Parks and Recreation
Andrew Rypien Park
Minnehaha Park
Mission Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Chief Garry Park
Hays Park
Beacon Hill
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Minnehaha | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Minnehaha Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Minnehaha, Spokane sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Minnehaha, Spokane over the last 12 months is $350,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$359,995
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$356,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
67
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$221
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,475
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
3.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,718
Below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
704
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1410am - 5pm
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Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,195 - $1,485 per month
- Beau Rivage 324
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 690+ Sq Ft
- 4707 E Upriver Dr
- Spokane, WA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,087
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,218
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,923
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
39''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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