Why Live in Highlands
Highlands in Longview, Washington, is a neighborhood transitioning from its industrial roots to a more residential-commercial mix. Located near Lake Sacajawea, just 1 mile away, residents can enjoy picnics and outdoor activities by the water. The neighborhood is bordered by an industrial area with rail lines and is conveniently close to the Lewis and Clark Bridge, providing easy access to Oregon. Portland International Airport is about 48 miles south via Interstate 5. Local amenities include Fei's Carriage Restaurant and Lounge, My Thai Kitchen, and 20th Avenue Grocery, with additional shopping and dining options along Oregon Way, such as Holt’s Market and Oregon Way Tavern. The Highlands Trail offers a paved path for biking and jogging, running along the neighborhood's edge and behind Archie Anderson Park, which features a playground, tennis courts, and open fields. Cloney Park, on the other side of Highlands, includes a BMX track, skate park, and playground, leading to Lake Sacajawea Park, known for its annual events like Concerts at the Lake and the Go Fourth Festival. The neighborhood's streets are gridded with sidewalks, featuring midcentury ranch-style homes and single-story Craftsman bungalows from the 1920s, often with modest yards and chain-link fences. The area is known for its affordability compared to other parts of Longview, with house flipping being common. Schools in the area include St. Helens Elementary, Monticello Middle, and R.A. Long High School, with high school graduation rates exceeding state averages. Emergency medical services are available at PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highlands a good place to live?
Highlands is a good place to live. Highlands is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with minimal transit options. Highlands is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Highlands has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 14.1 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $55,516 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 2.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Highlands are renters, with 65.1% of residents renting and 34.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Highlands neighborhood guide.
Is Highlands, WA a safe neighborhood?
Highlands, WA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Highlands?
The median home price in Highlands is $415,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,150 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $92K a year to afford the median home price in Highlands. The average household income in Highlands is $56K.
What are the best public schools in Highlands?
The best public schools that serve Highlands are:
What are the best private schools in Highlands?
The best private schools that serve Highlands are:
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Home Trends in Highlands, WA
On average, homes in Highlands, Longview sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Highlands, Longview over the last 12 months is $336,056, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$336,056
Median Single Family Sale Price
$419,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$550,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$377,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
83
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
