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West Spokane

West Spokane

Suburban Neighborhood in Spokane, Washington

Spokane County 99224
$519,953 Average Value
$254 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

West Spokane, where country roads and recreation meet convenience

Ponderosa pines tower on ridges above the river in West Spokane. There are recreation areas ranging from hiking trails to a public golf course in these forested hillsides, but you’ll also find pockets of historic homes and new subdivisions along country roads. Thanks to Interstate 90, West Spokane makes it just as easy to get lost in scenic state and city parks as it is to pick up groceries off Sunrise Highway or commute to Downtown Spokane and Fairchild Air Force Base.

Many locals come to West Spokane for the driving range.
Many locals come to West Spokane for the driving range.
Palisades Park offers plenty of outdoor space in a largely rural community.
Palisades Park offers plenty of outdoor space in a largely rural community.
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A woodsy Spokane area where home prices range widely

“West Spokane has a little more of a woodsy feeling,” says Kelli Johnson, a broker with Home Sales Spokane who’s served Washington and Idaho for more than 16 years. “A lot of people are looking there for homes with views.” Farther from the city, many kinds of single-family homes are available on hilly, pine-shaded acreages. New Traditionals have been built in suburban subdivisions in the countryside since the 2010s. Closer to the city, buyers can find bungalows and other early 20th-century homes on sidewalk-lined blocks.

Move-in-ready homes on less than an acre range from the mid-$200,000s to the upper $700,000s. Houses on acreage range from the lower $500,000s to $1 million. Condos sell from the lower $200,000s to the mid-$300,000s. Manufactured homes can sell from $50,000 to the lower $400,000s, depending on lot size. West Spokane has a median single-family home price in the lower $400,000s. That’s higher than nearby West Central and Audubon Downriver, but lower than Latah Valley.

New construction homes are the more prevalent option of homes in the West Spokane neighborhood.
New construction homes are the more prevalent option of homes in the West Spokane neighborhood.
Homes like these are located just across from Whitter Park.
Homes like these are located just across from Whitter Park.
Homes in the West Spokane neighborhood are being decorated for the holidays.
Homes in the West Spokane neighborhood are being decorated for the holidays.
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Attending Spokane, Cheney and Great Northern schools

A few school districts serve West Spokane. Much of the community is within Spokane Public Schools. Through SPS, kids can apply to magnet schools or attend zoned neighborhood schools, such as the highly rated Lewis and Clark High School. Another portion of West Spokane is within the Cheney School District. The small, rural Great Northern School District #312 serves the rest of the community through fifth grade, after which kids can go to other regional middle and high schools. Spokane Falls Community College is also in the neighborhood, for students seeking associate degrees and career certifications.

Hutton Elementary features a large renovated building.
Hutton Elementary features a large renovated building.
Sacajawea Middle School has several athletic fields for students to utilize.
Sacajawea Middle School has several athletic fields for students to utilize.
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Close to Spokane’s parks, trails, golf courses and more

The forested hills and scenic ridgelines in West Spokane are home to many kinds of recreation areas. Different spots offer hundreds of acres for you to explore eastern Washington’s wilderness or practice different sports. Locals love:

  • Palisades Park, where hiking trails lead to views of Spokane and spots like Mystic Falls
  • Riverside State Park, a place to hike, paddleboard on the Spokane River or cycle on the Centennial Trail
  • Indian Canyon Golf Course, a hilly, pine-dotted 18-hole course operated by the city
  • John A. Finch Arboretum, a preserved woodland that’s popular for self-guided tours and events like the Fall Leaf Festival

Local sports teams play ball within the West Spokane neighborhood.
Local sports teams play ball within the West Spokane neighborhood.
Whittier park sits near the heart of the West Spokane neighborhood.
Whittier park sits near the heart of the West Spokane neighborhood.
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Living near downtown and other Spokane hubs

“It’s a neighborhood that draws a lot of residents wanting to be close to Fairchild Air Force Base,” Johnson says. “It’s really easy to get on the highway.” Interstate 90 passes through West Spokane, offering a roughly 15-mile commute to Fairchild AFB. Downtown and the South Hill’s healthcare hubs are less than 5 miles in the opposite direction. Spokane International Airport is about 10 minutes away. The area is overwhelmingly car-dependent, but you can still bike into town on the Centennial Trail or hop on a Spokane Transit Authority bus from hubs like Spokane Falls Community College.

Residents use the public bus stops as an alternate form of transportation.
Residents use the public bus stops as an alternate form of transportation.
The West Spokane neighborhood features quick access to the interstate.
The West Spokane neighborhood features quick access to the interstate.
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Finding commercial life downtown or along Sunset Highway

It’s a short drive to downtown for people looking to grab groceries, explore shops and dine near the Spokane River. You can also find stores like Grocery Outlet and Walmart along West Spokane’s stretch of Sunset Highway. Near these big chains, there are specialty restaurants and retailers like:

  • El Comalon Mexican Restaurant, a casual spot to grab margaritas and favorites like enchiladas
  • Rusty Moose, an American restaurant known for dishes featuring elk and bison
  • North 40 Outfitters, a place to pick up outdoor apparel, athletic gear and home improvement tools

There are many local businesses along Northwest Boulevard in West Spokane.
There are many local businesses along Northwest Boulevard in West Spokane.
Lucky's thrift store brings visitors from the West Spokane neighborhood.
Lucky's thrift store brings visitors from the West Spokane neighborhood.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Spokane International

11 min drive

Bus

Whistalks Way & Randolph

Bus

Sunset & Goverment Way

Bus

Government Way & N 1202

Bus

Sfcc Station Bay 2

Bus

Sunset & Windsor

Bus

HWY 2 & Flint (Triumph)

Bus

Government Way & N 211

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Spokane US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,236
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
4.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,280
Above the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,255
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
690
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
4
Median Rent
$2,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,200
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,300

Demographics

Total Population
7,216
Median Age
36
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$61,129
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$86,052

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.9%
On par with the national average
89%
College Graduates
35.7%
Advanced Degrees
12.8%
% Population in Labor Force
66.6%
On par with the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
35''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Not walkable

Walkability®

10 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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NEIGHBORHOOD
West Spokane
Yelena Lepekhin
CENTURY 21 Beutler & Associates
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