Why Live in Goldcrest
Goldcrest, a planned community on Olympia's west side, is known for its extensive greenbelt area. 90% of homes back onto forested land, which means frequent wildlife sightings and a scenic outdoor setting. The neighborhood's 179 homes, developed from the 1970s to the early '90s, include split-levels and ramblers with 1,600 to 1,700 square feet of interior space, extended driveways and two-car garages on quarter-acre lots. Goldcrest Drive is lined with towering fir and oak trees, and the community plants approximately 1,000 gold daffodils each year. The Block Watch Program, supported by local police, helps maintain a safe neighborhood. Nearby amenities include Safeway, Capital Mall and dining options like Brew City Pizza West Olympia. For coffee, residents frequent Northwest Grind Olympia and Café Au Lait. Retail options include Nordstrom Rack, Target, REI and TJ Maxx, with entertainment covered by the Cinemark Century Olympia movie theatre. Goldcrest Neighborhood Park offers a mulched play area and paved walking path, while the adjacent Grass Lake Nature Preserve features wetlands and nature trails. Julia Butler Hansen Elementary, Thurgood Marshall Middle School and Capital High are highly rated. Evergreen State College, a nearby liberal arts institution, offers an Organic Farm and beachfront access. Public transportation is accessible via fare-free Intercity Transit bus stops on Cooper Point Road NW, and Highway 101 connects to Olympia Regional Airport, 16 miles away, and Interstate 5, leading to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, 55 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goldcrest a good place to live?
Goldcrest is a good place to live. Goldcrest is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Goldcrest is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 39. The average household income is $127,958 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 70.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Goldcrest are home owners, with 33% of residents renting and 67% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Goldcrest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Goldcrest neighborhood guide.
Is Goldcrest, WA a safe neighborhood?
Goldcrest, WA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Goldcrest?
The median home price in Goldcrest is $557,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $111,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.52%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $121K a year to afford the median home price in Goldcrest. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Goldcrest is $128K.
What are the best public schools in Goldcrest?
The best public schools that serve Goldcrest are:
- Jefferson Middle School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Avanti High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Capital High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
What are the best private schools in Goldcrest?
The best private schools that serve Goldcrest are:
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Are home prices dropping in Goldcrest?
Yes, home prices in Goldcrest are down 9% in the last 12 months.
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