Shady trees and settled rows of single-family homes give Northwest Spokane a classic suburban look and feel. It was designed to be an easy place for Spokane area commuters to come home to, whether they’re driving from downtown or taking one of the local bus routes. Beyond access to the city, however, Northwest Spokane makes it easy to enjoy modern amenities and the natural beauty of inland Washington. Within blocks of home, you can walk the kids to highly rated public schools, go out for a meal, pick up groceries, spend time on the playground, get active at a major athletic complex or listen to the rush of the Spokane River from forested hiking trails.
The Spokane River flows close to Northwest Spokane.
Northwest Spokane offers great views of the Spokane River.
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Starter home costs compared to nearby neighborhoods
“People are looking for affordability in Northwest Spokane, mostly,” says Jonathan Bich, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Tomlinson North, who’s served Spokane and the surrounding area for 24 years. “Most everything was built in the 1950s. They’re your nice, kind of starter-home neighborhoods.” Many small Cape Cods and Minimal Traditional homes were built on sidewalk-lined blocks through the 1940s and 1950s. You’ll also see ranch-style, bi-level and split-level homes built from the 1960s through the 1970s. These older, move-in-ready homes sell from the mid-$200,000s to the lower $500,000s. A handful of New Traditional houses built since the 2010s range from the lower $600,000s to around $1 million. Northwest Spokane’s median single-family home price is in the mid-$300,000s. That’s lower than the nearby communities of South Indian Trail, Five Mile Prairie and Town and Country, but higher than North Hill. It’s on par with neighboring Audubon Downriver.
Northwest Spokane offers new build communities.
Split-level homes are abundant in Northwest Spokane.
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Walkable neighborhood schools in Spokane Public Schools
Northwest Spokane is served by Spokane Public Schools. The district assigns neighborhood schools, but also has a school choice program for students interested in schools outside their designated zones. A few neighborhood schools are walkable to Northwest Spokane, including the highly rated Westview Elementary School.
Browne Elementary serves Northwest Spokane families with strong community programs.
Shadle Park High School features a modernized campus and college prep programs.
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Close to community playgrounds and Riverside State Park
Riverside State Park covers over 9,000 acres of land along the Spokane and Little Spokane rivers, including the banks closest to Northwest Spokane. Close to home, you can find hiking trails through ponderosa pine forests leading to the iconic Bowl and Pitcher rock formations. Dwight Merkel Sports Complex is away from the water. There, you might compete in tournaments on the complex’s many athletic fields, drop into the bowls at the Joe Albi Skatepark or ride bikes on the BMX track. Carson Park’s playground and splash pad are nearby. Shadle Park is just across Wellesley Avenue, home to athletic fields, sports courts, a playground and seasonal public pool. The bright, modern Spokane Public Library Shadle Branch is next door.
Riverside State Park offers scenic hiking trails along the Spokane River.
The Bowl and Pitcher rock formation is a short drive from Northwest Spokane.
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Surrounded by strip malls, restaurants and grocery stores
"You can shop off Francis Avenue or shop off Wellesley Avenue, depending on where you live,” Bich says. “It’s all right there.” Rosauers, Walmart and Safeway anchor strip mall shopping centers. Locals dine at many chain and local restaurants, including:
Cascadia Public House, a favorite place for homestyle cooking with vegan and gluten-free options
Das Stein Haus, a pub known for German cuisine and brews
Outlaw BBQ, a casual restaurant and market for Southern-style staples
QQ Sushi & Kitchen, a small spot for Asian fusion dishes
Outlaw BBQ serves smoked meats and classic sides in Northwest Spokane.
Das Stein Haus is a popular pub near Northwest Spokane.
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Close to downtown Spokane and other commuter hubs
Northwest Spokane is about 5 miles from Downtown Spokane. Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center, a major healthcare hub and employer, is within the neighborhood. People typically commute by car, but you can also take Spokane Transit Authority buses that run a few routes through the community.
Northwest Spokane provides ample public transportation options.
Downtown Spokane offers beautiful views over the Spokane River.
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Northwest Spokane Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest Spokane, Spokane sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest Spokane, Spokane over the last 12 months is $345,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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