West Valley is a convenient, quiet neighborhood on the edge of Yakima
On the western edge of Yakima, West Valley is a quiet suburban neighborhood offering a peaceful lifestyle. The community allows buyers to enjoy spacious homes with convenient access to Yakima’s attractions. “Anybody who wants to expand and is looking to upgrade or live near the country is somebody who’s going to be coming out towards West Valley,” says Austin Hayes, owner and designated broker at Hello Real Estate, who has about eight years of experience. Homes in West Valley are typically larger than those in other parts of Yakima and include styles from the 1970s to new builds. Major thoroughfares lead directly into downtown, making it easy to enjoy shopping, dining and events, while natural areas nearby offer lots of recreation.
West Valley blends quiet living with convenient access to Yakima amenities.
Ranch-style homes add traditional charm to West Valley neighborhoods.
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Spacious homes line the suburban city streets
Houses in West Valley range from modest New Traditional and ranch-style homes to expansive custom estates perched on the hillside. Most of the neighborhood has a suburban feel, with properties close together on streets lined with sidewalks and lots of greenery. Some areas on the northern and southern edges feature larger lots of about a quarter-acre and homes that reach up to 6,000 square feet. The average square footage in the neighborhood is nearly 2,000 square feet. Houses under 3,000 square feet cost between $240,000 and $830,000. Bigger homes can range from $500,000 to $1.25 million. Much of the area is at risk of wildfires. Yakima County’s website has several tips on how to prepare for and respond to fires.
New Traditional homes enhance West Valley’s suburban appeal.
Hillside estates in West Valley showcase scenic Yakima Valley views.
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Yakima's shopping and dining are close to home
Several popular restaurants are in and around the neighborhood, offering easy access to Yakima’s dining scene. “Seventy-five percent of the country’s hops are gathered from the Yakima Valley, so we have a lot of breweries here,” Hayes says. “WaterFire is on 40th and Washington and is a good place. There’s Cowiche Canyon downtown. Warehouse West Grill has the best burgers.” WaterFire Restaurant & Bar serves upscale American fare like wagyu burgers and crab cakes. Cowiche Canyon Kitchen & Icehouse Bar is known for its steaks and cocktails. Warehouse West Grill has a relaxed sports bar atmosphere. Grocery stores in the neighborhood include Safeway and Rosauers. Johnson Orchards is a produce market on Summitview Avenue offering fruit grown in the heart of town. A Walmart on Nob Hill Boulevard provides other household items.
Warehouse West Grill offers casual dining with signature burgers.
Rosauers makes grocery shopping simple for West Valley residents.
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Trails and sports facilities provide outdoor fun
City parks and nature conservancies offer a wide range of recreation. Cowiche Canyon is a natural area with access points on Scenic Drive and Cowiche Canyon Road. The preserve has 30 miles of trails across sagebrush-covered landscape. Hikers can trek through meadows and across basalt cliffs, enjoying views of the Yakima Valley. Randall Park is a 37-acre green space on 48th Avenue with a basketball court, a nine-hole disc golf course and a short nature trail. It also has a small dog park with designated areas for small and large dogs. West Valley Park has room for multiple sports, including basketball, volleyball and soccer. Westwood Golf Club is a public nine-hole course with a clubhouse, restaurant and driving range.
Cowiche Canyon invites hikers to explore scenic Yakima Valley trails.
Golf enthusiasts enjoy Westwood Golf Club’s scenic fairways near West Valley.
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West Valley schools offer specialized college and career programs
Students might attend Summitview Elementary School, which gets a B from Niche. West Valley Mid-Level Campus includes the middle school and junior high school, and also earns a B. West Valley High School receives an A-minus and offers several dual credit opportunities, including the Ram to Wildcat program in partnership with Central Washington University. Students can also study career pathways like agriculture, computer science, health science and public service.
Summitview Elementary emphasizes student success in Yakima.
West Valley Middle School fosters a welcoming learning environment.
West Valley High School offers convenient access for families.
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Highways and buses make commuting easy in Yakima
Summitview Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard are major thoroughfares leading east toward downtown Yakima. Interstate 82 is about 6 miles east of the neighborhood and offers a highway through south central Washington. U.S. Route 12 is another highway nearby, just north of the community. Multiple Yakima Transit buses serve the neighborhood, connecting riders to downtown and other parts of the city.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Valley
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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West Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Valley, Yakima sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in West Valley, Yakima over the last 12 months is $429,950, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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