Why Live in Seabrook
Seabrook, located in Ocean Shores, Washington, is a master-planned oceanfront community inspired by Seaside, Florida. Designed with New Urbanism principles, Seabrook features walkable streets, a dense town center, and a variety of amenities including pools, parks, pathways, and community firepits. The town is perched on a bluff overlooking Seabrook Beach, accessible via long staircases with scenic overlooks. The beach, free from vehicle traffic, is popular for surfing, clam digging, skimboarding, and hunting for glass floats. Seabrook Playground offers a jungle gym with a zip line, basketball courts, and a dog park, while the community boasts about 20 parks in total. The Sunset Amphitheater hosts the Seabrook Sunset Concert series every Friday night in the summer, providing ocean views and lawn seating. Local attractions include Joie Des Livres bookstore, Koko's Restaurant and Tequila Bar, and the Stowaway Wine Bar. For groceries, residents can visit Fresh Foods Market. The Seabrook Arcade is a go-to spot for pinball and classic games on rainy days. Homes in Seabrook are newer, built since 2004, and include townhouses, Craftsman bungalows, contemporary homes with ocean views, and Colonial Revivals. The community is primarily a tourist destination, with 80% of homes being vacation rentals. Seabrook is about 80 miles from Olympia and 30 miles from Aberdeen, with public transit options available via Grays Harbor Transit. The nearest hospital is Harbor Regional Health Emergency Department in Aberdeen, 30 miles away, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is approximately 130 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seabrook a good place to live?
Seabrook is a good place to live. Seabrook is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Seabrook has 13 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.7 people per acre and a median age of 56. The average household income is $40,875 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 12.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Seabrook are home owners, with 20% of residents renting and 80% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Seabrook can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Seabrook neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Seabrook?
The median home price in Seabrook is $1,172,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $234,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,720 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $245K a year to afford the median home price in Seabrook. The average household income in Seabrook is $41K.
What are the best public schools in Seabrook?
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Home Trends in Seabrook, WA
On average, homes in Seabrook, Ocean Shores sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Seabrook, Ocean Shores over the last 12 months is $962,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$962,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,090,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,187,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,498,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$706
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Median List Price
$1,172,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
