West Central
Renovated historic homes
West Central showcases a diverse array of housing options that reflect its historical and evolving character. Architectural styles range from Victorian-era homes, many of which have been meticulously restored to preserve their historical value, to more modest mid-20th-century bungalows and newer apartment complexes. This mix of old and new reflects the neighborhood’s evolution from a working-class community to a Downtown-adjacent hotspot. Recent efforts have focused on revitalizing older properties, with an emphasis on affordable housing to maintain the neighborhood’s inclusive character. Most homes in the neighborhood sell for $250,000 to $500,000, though prices for historic Victorian mansions and modern homes in the vibrant Kendall Yards area in the southeastern part of the neighborhood can reach nearly seven figures.
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Kendall Yards dining scene
While West Central is primarily residential, there are commercial areas along main thoroughfares such as Monroe and Maple Street, which both feature a variety of longstanding local shops and newer restaurants, cafes and breweries. The area's dining scene is among the best in the city. This is due in part to Kendall Yards, a recent upscale housing, shopping and dining development along the southern edge of West Central, which has become a culinary hotspot. It features multiple always-busy eateries like The Yards Bruncheon and Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar. “Spokane might feel like a small city, but it has a big city food scene,” says Cain. Locals can pick up groceries at My Fresh Basket in Kendall Yards and do their shopping just across the river in Downtown Spokane.
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Centennial Trail and A.M. Cannon Park
There are a number of city parks and playgrounds in the neighborhood, including the popular A.M. Cannon Park and Aquatic Center and Dutch Jake’s Park, the latter of which was named for a legendary local impresario who, coincidentally used to regularly fire off cannons from the rooftop of his hotel in Downtown Spokane. However, West Central’s most popular recreational areas are the multi-use trails that run along the Spokane River, which borders the southern and western sides of the neighborhood. The Centennial Trail is the largest and best-known of these—it runs 37 miles along the Spokane River, from the Idaho Border all the way to Nine Mile Falls north of Spokane, and is by far the most popular recreational trail in the Inland Northwest.
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North Central High's famous Doll Shop
Most students in the neighborhood attend the local public schools, which are overseen by the Spokane School District. Audubon Elementary has a C-plus on Niche, as does Glover Middle School. North Central High School has an A on Niche, which also rates it as the top public high school in Spokane. North Central High is known throughout the city for its annual student-run musical, “The Doll Shop,” which has been put on every three years since 1930. The play is rewritten every time it is performed, and its casts frequently feature hundreds of students.
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Easy commuting to Downtown
Major roads like Maple and Walnut Streets provide direct links to Downtown Spokane and Interstate 90, offering residents and businesses easy access to the wider city and beyond. The neighborhood borders Downtown, while the nearest I-90 on-ramp is within a 2-mile drive of most West Central Residents. Public transportation is well-supported, with numerous north-south bus routes running along Maple and Walnut. Bicycle commuting is an increasingly popular option in the neighborhood, especially for Downtown workers, who can hop on the Centennial Trail and get to their offices in 10 minutes or less.
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High property crime rates
The neighborhood has a relatively high 7-out-of-10 score on the CAP index. The elevated crime numbers are mostly a product of high property crime rates in the area, especially car break-ins.
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Andrew Moreno
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Svetlana Koren
Svetlana Koren
Kelly Right Real Estate of Spokane
(509) 286-2733
73 Total Sales
1 in West Central
$350,000 Price
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John Sheppard
John Sheppard
Best Choice Realty
(509) 822-5482
45 Total Sales
1 in West Central
$325,800 Price
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Dana Pendergrass
Dana Pendergrass
Designed Real Estate
(509) 512-1593
38 Total Sales
1 in West Central
$97,500 Price
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Cambria Henry
Cambria Henry
Haven Real Estate Group
(509) 463-9513
427 Total Sales
7 in West Central
$70K - $310K Price Range
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Kelly Stratton
Kelly Stratton
Realty One Group Eclipse
(509) 774-3702
90 Total Sales
1 in West Central
$272,000 Price
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Jo Skipper
Jo Skipper
American R.E. Associates, Inc
(509) 302-2480
78 Total Sales
6 in West Central
$220K - $573K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Dutch Jakes Mini Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Walking Paths
Huntington Park
- Picnic Area
- River
- Waterpark
A. M. Cannon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Riverside State Park
Riverfront Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Olmsted Brothers Green
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Herbert M. Hamblen Conservation Area
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Walking Paths
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Central | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Central Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Central, Spokane sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Central, Spokane over the last 12 months is $400,900, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$427,500
Median Sale Price
$400,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$415,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$425,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$385,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
137
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$242
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,036
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1907
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,926
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,248
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,002
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
784
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Jul 305 - 7pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,122 - $2,477 per month
- Jefferson Alley
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 614+ Sq Ft
- 1102 W Summit Pkwy
- Spokane, WA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,242
Median Age
38
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,389
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,940
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
26.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
54.8%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 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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