Why Live in Utsalady
Utsalady, a neighborhood in Oak Harbor, features a coastal character with closely spaced waterfront homes and inland houses designed to capture views of Utsalady Bay. Architectural styles range from midcentury ranch-style homes and traditional beach bungalows to modern beach houses, many with large windows and raised decks. The area is known for its natural beauty, with properties often backing into pine forests. While there are no large public parks within Utsalady, residents can enjoy outdoor activities at nearby Camano Island State Park and Cama Beach Historical State Park, both offering beach access, hiking trails, and camping. For golfing, Camaloch Golf Course provides an 18-hole experience. Shopping and dining options are limited within Utsalady, but nearby Camano and Stanwood offer grocery stores, hardware stores, and medical facilities. Popular local dining spots include Primal Barbeque, Blue Heron Kitchen & Bar, and Tapped Camano. Transportation is primarily car-dependent, with North Camano Drive connecting the neighborhood to other parts of the island and the mainland via the Camano Gateway Bridge. Public transit is limited, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 70 miles away. Schools in the area are part of the Stanwood-Camano School District, with Utsalady Elementary School rated highly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Utsalady a good place to live?
Utsalady is a good place to live. Utsalady is considered very car-dependent. Utsalady is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Utsalady has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 56. The average household income is $139,606 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Utsalady are home owners, with 15.2% of residents renting and 84.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Utsalady can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Utsalady neighborhood guide.
Is Utsalady, WA a safe neighborhood?
Utsalady, WA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Utsalady?
The median home price in Utsalady is $1,155,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $231,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.11%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,610 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $240K a year to afford the median home price in Utsalady. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Utsalady is $140K.
What are the best public schools in Utsalady?
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Home Trends in Utsalady, WA
On average, homes in Utsalady, Oak Harbor sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Utsalady, Oak Harbor over the last 12 months is $1,025,000, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,025,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,200,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$722,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$719
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$1,155,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
