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Rural living in Warden, which is surrounded by nature and farmland
With its flourishing wheat fields in Washington's deep country prairies, Warden offers farmland, outdoor recreation and a small-town atmosphere. With a population of about 2,700, this rural community encompasses diverse landscapes like the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge, and it is conveniently located between Moses Lake and the Tri-Cities, providing easy access to metro areas. "Warden is a very central place with many farms and cheaper homes," says Marylu Ochoa, a lifelong local and Realtor at Imagine Realty ERA Powered. "It's a tight-knit community with a hometown vibe where you know your neighbors."
Warden residents take pride in their vibrant farming community.
The downtown center of Warden is quiet, typical for a town of its size.
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Newer Craftsman-style homes with flat lawns along gravel roads
Flat grassy lawns have young maple trees in Warden. Like other communities in the Central Basin, this area has many gravel roads and driveways. Housing styles include single-level Craftsman and ranch-style architecture. They are typically between 1,200 and 2,000 square feet and can have up to a half-acre of land in the city's center, while properties on the outskirts may have several acres. While some homes date back to the 1940s, many are custom-built as recently as 2024. Single-family home prices range from $220,000 to $410,000. "If people can't find what they're looking for in Moses Lake, they can go to Warden," Ochoa says. "There's new construction, and it's a good alternative for investors looking to fix up homes," Ochoa says.
Homes in Warden typically sell for between $220,000 to $410,000.
Homes in Warden sit on their gravel residential streets, with some dating back to the 1940s.
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Desert hikes on the Potholes Reservoir
The Columbia National Wildlife Refuge features 30,000 acres of canyons and prairies, with 6 miles of desert hiking trails. It is also a habitat for waterfowl birds. Potholes State Park is nearby and has campgrounds and a boat launch on the Potholes Reservoir, a manmade lake stocked with walleye and rainbow trout. Warden City Park features a playground, picnic tables and an outdoor basketball court. Locals can also enjoy the greens at Sage Hills Golf Club, which includes a public 18-hole golf course and a swimming pool.
The summer months bring heat waves, with average July temperatures exceeding 90°F. Due to the dry weather, wildfires affect land in Grant County; however, Warden's residential and commercial structures are rarely at risk. Nearby wildfires and factory emissions contribute to the area's poor air quality, which is common in this region.
Potholes State Park is just a short drive away.
Sage Hills Golf Club has a full 18-hole golf course, and a swimming pool for Warden residents to enjoy in the summer months.
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Small class sizes and activities at Warden schools
Warden Elementary School earns a C-minus grade from Niche and has small class sizes, which allow for more teacher involvement. Warden Middle School also receives a C-minus and has extracurricular activities, like the student government association and an Esports team. Warden High School scores a C and has won eight state championships in wrestling.
Warden Elementary, Middle, and High School all reside in the same building.
Warden Elementary School has smaller class sizes to help keep students engaged.
Warden Middle School earns a C minus from Niche.
Warden High School earns a C from Niche.
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Old-fashioned American eateries and nearby grocery stores
Downtown Warden is a quiet center with locally owned restaurants. Gramp's Burger Joint is an old-fashioned pickup counter with picnic tables on Main Street serving burgers and fries. Another restaurant is Birdies on Main, a cozy sports bar serving American food, appetizers and beer. The area's grocery store is Town & Country Market. There is also a Dollar General and Carniceria Los Primos, which has a butcher, produce and Mexican grocery items.
Warden residents can find a butcher alongside Mexican produce items at Carniceria Los Primos.
Birdie's on Main is a popular sports bar in Downtown Warden.
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Take the GTA to Moses Lake or drive to Tri-Cities
The Grant Transit Authority (GTA) provides a public bus route connecting Warden to Moses Lake. One of the area's biggest employers is the Washington Potato Company, a processing facility located a mile west of downtown. State Route 17 is the area's main thoroughfare. Moses Lake is about 17 miles north on SR-17. The Tri-Cities area is also within reach, with Richland and Kennewick within an hour of Warden. In Pasco, the Tri-Cities Airport is about 55 miles south, with domestic passenger flights to various Western cities, such as Seattle, San Francisco and Las Vegas.
The GTA bus plaza provides alternate transportation to locals.
Most of the main employers in Warden are agricultural processing companies.
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On average, homes in Warden, WA sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Warden, WA over the last 12 months is $284,500, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Excellent opportunity to own 78 acres of highly productive farmland currently planted in alfalfa. This offering includes land only and is undergoing a boundary line adjustment. Approximately 70 acres are irrigated with both pivot circles and wheel lines for efficient water distribution. Versatile soils are well-suited for various crops, including peas or beans. A great set up for continued
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