Tucked alongside the Columbia River is downtown Washougal, Washington. Close to Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon, downtown Washougal offers walkability and convenience without sacrificing beautiful mountain views and access to nature.
Washougal provides a diverse array of residential homes that cater to various tastes and preferences. With a mix of Craftsman, bungalows and ranch-style homes dating back to the 1960s and 1980s, this neighborhood offers a rich tapestry of architectural styles. Downton Washougal's roads don’t guarantee sidewalks, but the residential roads have slow speed limits, making them safe for evening strolls or walking the dog. Houses here range in price from $500,000 to $700,000 and sell quickly in this desirable area. “The houses closer to downtown are usually smaller, then up Washougal River Road you’ll find larger homes on spacious lots,” says Myra Brock, a real estate agent with eXp Realty, LLC who lives in the area. “The trade-off for living close to everything is having a slightly smaller house, but it’s worth it.”
Students in downtown Washougal attend schools in the Washougal School District, rated C plus by Niche. This district recently released a new strategic plan to improve academics, college and career readiness, and participation rates for co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, to be completed by the 2025 school year. “People definitely move here for the schools,” says Brock. “My kids went there, and they got a great education.” Students in Washougal may attend Gause Elementary School, rated B minus, Jemtegaard Middle School, rated B, and Washougal High School, rated C plus. Alternatively, students can attend the local private school, Riverside Christian School, ranked the second-best private high school in Yakima County and rated B plus by Niche.
Locals enjoy outdoor fun after school and work at Captain William Clark Park Trail at Cottonwood Beach, named for Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, who camped on the beach while securing provisions for their return trip through the Columbia River Gorge in 1804. This 93-acre park was opened in 2006 and features picnic shelters, historic interpretive elements, hiking trails and public restrooms. “This is a very outdoorsy community,” says Brock. “People here love to explore the riverside and be active.” Nearby Washougal Waterfront Park offers fantastic views of the Columbia River, a fully equipped playground and paved trails perfect for biking.
Once you’ve worked up an appetite, head to Washougal Times Restaurant & Lounge, serving loaded baked potatoes, locally caught fish, burgers and, for dessert, seasonal fruit crisps using local fruits served with vanilla ice cream. There’s also Bigfoot Inn Bar & Grill, a charming bar with murals of Bigfoot adorning the walls. For a drink, stop by Doomsday Brewing Company for one of their signature beers. “The nightlife here is full of dive bars, some that offer karaoke nights,” says Brock. “The locals all come to know each other. You get to know your neighbors really well here.” For nights when you’d rather cook at home, just one mile east of downtown is a Safeway for all your grocery needs.
Meredith Orlando
Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
(628) 241-0789
33 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Washougal
$539,000 Price
Leigh Calvert
Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
(469) 815-7038
237 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Washougal
$300,000 Price
Terrie Cox
RE/MAX Equity Group
(360) 803-1722
29 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Washougal
$400,000 Price
Bonnie Irby
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate
(360) 646-2179
118 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Washougal
$359,900 Price
Chana Dolbey
Century 21 Northstar
(360) 803-2802
102 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Washougal
$803,273 Price Range
Robin Steigmann
eXp Realty LLC
(360) 803-1585
71 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Washougal
$500K - $509K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Washougal | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Downtown Washougal, Washougal sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Washougal, Washougal over the last 12 months is $487,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Home to quiet cul-de-sacs and major Gresham resources
A central suburb in community-oriented Gresham
Competitive prices for suburbs or waterfront, offers retail and major employers
Quaint historic downtown suburb 17 miles from Portland
