Why Live in Northeast Olympia
Northeast Olympia is a neighborhood known for its diverse architectural styles, featuring minimal traditional homes and bungalows from the 1920s to 1940s, as well as ranch-style and midcentury homes built between the 1950s and 1980s. The area is vibrant, with houses often painted in lively colors, reflecting the community's creative spirit. Residents enjoy several parks, including Mission Creek Nature Preserve with its extensive trails, Friendly Grove Park with amenities like a playground and tennis court, and Squaxin Park, which offers nature trails and beach access. For dining and shopping, Fourth Avenue downtown hosts a variety of restaurants, bars, and specialty stores, including the popular San Francisco Street Bakery and Ralph’s Thriftway grocery store. The Olympia Farmers Market, a local staple since 1975, operates year-round with varying schedules, featuring over 100 vendors. The neighborhood is well-connected, with East Bay Drive Northeast providing access to downtown Olympia and Interstate 5 leading to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, about 50 miles away. Public transportation is accessible via Intercity Transit bus stops, and cyclists benefit from dedicated bike lanes. The area is served by the highly rated Roosevelt Elementary School, Reeves Middle School, and Olympia High School, which offers advanced placement and technical education courses. With crime rates lower than the national average, Northeast Olympia offers a balanced mix of safety, convenience, and community engagement, making it a desirable place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northeast Olympia a good place to live?
Northeast Olympia is a good place to live. Northeast Olympia is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Northeast Olympia is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Northeast Olympia has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $100,434 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 57.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Northeast Olympia are home owners, with 28.8% of residents renting and 71.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Northeast Olympia can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Northeast Olympia neighborhood guide.
Is Northeast Olympia, WA a safe neighborhood?
Northeast Olympia, 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 Northeast Olympia?
The median home price in Northeast Olympia is $549,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $109,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,850 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $122K a year to afford the median home price in Northeast Olympia. The average household income in Northeast Olympia is $100K.
What are the best public schools in Northeast Olympia?
The best public schools that serve Northeast Olympia are:
- Olympia High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 23:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Reeves Middle School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 17:1.
- Avanti High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Northeast Olympia?
The best private schools that serve Northeast Olympia are:
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Home Trends in Northeast Olympia, WA
On average, homes in Northeast Olympia, Olympia sell after 111 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northeast Olympia, Olympia over the last 12 months is $485,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$584,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$294,777
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$329
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Median List Price
$549,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
