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Wauna

Wauna

Located in Pierce County

$751,674 Average Value

If you’re looking for a home in the evergreen forests outside Tacoma, Washington, you might consider the peaceful, rural community of Wauna. Bordered by the deep blue waters of the Puget Sound, it’s perfect for outdoorsy types who want a reprieve from the buzz of city life. “It has a rural feel, the water is beautiful and you’re in an amazing school district — and you’ll get it at a better price than Gig Harbor,” says Realtor Paige Schulte of Neighborhood Experts, who is a top seller in the area.

Home to just over 4,000 residents, Wauna derives its name from a Native American term meaning “mighty water,” an appropriate title given the breathtaking views you’ll get from the shoreline. Take a drive through the neighborhood's winding, country roads and you’ll see a broad mix of home styles tucked away in bristly greenery, including some that brush up against the pebbly shoreline of the sound. Spacious contemporary homes, midcentury styles, ranch homes and stunning luxury homes can all be found here. Many of them offer large front and rear windows so you’ll have gorgeous views of the surrounding scenery and peek-a-boo views of Mount Rainer in the distance. Generous setbacks, large lots and leafy foliage provide residents with plenty of privacy. Home prices typically range from $250,000 to upwards of $1.5 million, with larger, newer homes near the waterfront selling for the highest price point.

Scenic hiking destinations are close to home for Wauna residents. Make sure you check out Gateway Park, a lovely greenspace with a playground, grassy picnic areas and a dog park. It's also a trailhead for 360 Trails, a 3-mile loop that's perfect for hiking, biking and horseback riding through the Key Peninsula woodlands. Nearby, you can spend the day at Horseshoe Lake Park, a laidback recreation area where you can swim, fish and canoe. Head south to the opposite side of Henderson Bay and you can relax outdoors at Kopachuck State Park, a 280-acre park with sandy beaches, rugged hiking trails and lots of opportunities for fishing and shellfish harvesting during open season.

Students can attend highly rated schools in the Peninsula school district. Minter Creek Elementary School holds a B-plus rating from Niche, Harbor Ridge Middle School holds an A-minus and Peninsula High School holds a B-plus, putting them among the upper echelon of schools in greater Tacoma. Peninsula High offers a wide range of sports programs and clubs — you'll find everything from a chess club and a trap shooting club to award-winning football and cross-country running teams. “People really want to be in this school district,” Schulte says.

While dining options are limited within the neighborhood, you’ll have several places you can go for a quick bite. Wauna Burger is a great spot for a juicy burger and fries, while those in the mood for deep-dish take out might try a pie at Seabeck Pizza. For big box stores and major chain grocers, you can head just a few miles east to a nearby shopping center in Gig Harbor with a Costco, Albertsons, Target, Home Depot, Petco and Walgreens.

Route 16 is just a few miles from the neighborhood, making for an easy commute to regional employment centers and cultural destinations. Hop on the highway and it’s about a 30-minute drive to Tacoma and about an hour to downtown Seattle. With homes along the woodsy waterfront of the Puget Sound, Wauna might be the rural lifestyle you’re looking for in the Pacific Northwest.

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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Carly Bloecher

    Carly Bloecher

    PropertiesNW of Gig Harbor Ltd

    (844) 391-6852

    24 Total Sales

    1 in Wauna

    $415,000 Price

    Carly Bloecher
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  • Christina Mcclure

    Christina Mcclure

    Legacy Professionals, Inc

    (360) 795-5484

    35 Total Sales

    2 in Wauna

    $530K - $540K Price Range

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  • Kathryn Kleber

    Kathryn Kleber

    Keller Williams Realty PS

    (206) 460-1987

    149 Total Sales

    1 in Wauna

    $1,200,000 Price

    Kathryn Kleber
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  • Christopher Seim

    Christopher Seim

    Responds Quickly

    eXp Realty

    (253) 300-0532

    168 Total Sales

    2 in Wauna

    $420K - $480K Price Range

    Christopher Seim
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  • Matt Hume

    Matt Hume

    Responds Quickly

    Windermere Prof Partners

    (253) 785-8059

    231 Total Sales

    1 in Wauna

    $410,000 Price

    Matt Hume
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  • Neil Bender

    Neil Bender

    PropertiesNW of Gig Harbor Ltd

    (253) 265-9730

    118 Total Sales

    4 in Wauna

    $112K - $1.2M Price Range

    Neil Bender
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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1

Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Wauna Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,254
Median Age
45
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$107,985
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,004

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

7 / 100
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