Latah Valley
Single-family homes from $230,000
Planned communities are a feature here, offering comfortable suburban living just outside the city. A creek separates the minimal traditional manufactured homes in the Sunny Creek community from the postmodern, Craftsman and new historicism estates of Highland Park and Eagle Ridge. Most communities have well-maintained sidewalks and easy access to public parks. Near Latah Creek, residents reside in communities of manufactured and minimal traditional homes rounding out the area's housing options. Homes in the southern part of Latah Valley range from $370,000 to $600,000 for smaller homes with 3 to 4 bedrooms and $650,000 to $1.5 million for larger homes with 5 to 6 bedrooms. Homes to the north range from $230,000 to $650,000. Manufactured homes throughout the region range from $60,000 to $225,000.B-plus rated Spokane School District
Students here may attend the Spokane School District, which receives a B-plus from Niche, listed as the third-best school district in the Spokane area. Children attend Mullen Road Elementary, and Sacajawea Middle School, advancing to Lewis and Clark High School. All three institutions receive an A-minus and are listed as some of the best schools in the Spokane area. Students may access the school's digital library for books of varying reading levels and tutoring resources. Sacajawea Middle School has an effective STEM program with project-based learning programs, such as app design, multimedia communications and aerospace engineering. Lewis and Clark High School offers students a variety of college success tools.Colorful play structures at local parks
The Creek at Qualchan Golf Course, in the neighborhood's southern end, is a vast 18-hole public course. In between homes and forested areas, there are several parks and recreational locations for residents to enjoy. Eagle Ridge Whispering Pines Park has a whimsical play structure that looks like a barn house attached to a tree trunk and open fields for running or summer picnics. Nearby, Forest Ridge Park cultivates an artsy summer camp look with a wood and stone amphitheater, a brightly colored playhouse and playful sculptures around the forested area. Beside Latah Creek, Wentel Grant Park is surrounded by greenery and boasts a play area beside an open field.Dining in Latah Valley
This community is just 6 miles from Downtown Spokane, but it offers a small collection of eateries and shops that many residents frequent. Locals visit Latah Latte, a locally-owned coffee stand inside a small cottage for a hand-crafted beverage or a light bite. The scent of homemade bread and pastries wafts out of Chaps Diner and Bakery, tempting locals to try the seasonal baked goods or stay for crispy hashbrowns and bacon. On Thursdays, live music adds to the rustic, home-grown ambiance of the local eatery. Next door, Latah Bistro is a favorite for stone-baked pizza with toppings like wild foraged mushrooms with a truffled sherry cream sauce. Yoke’s Fresh Market sells groceries and other necessities.Route 195 and I-90
Route 195 runs along Latah Valley, offering easy access to Downtown Spokane and Spokane International Airport. A few bus stops are at the neighborhood's northern end, and most are along West Sunset Boulevard near Interstate 90.Spokane Lilac Festival Brew Fest
Locals visit Downtown Spokane for events throughout the year. In May, residents flock to the urban Riverfront Park to sample beers from the local breweries during the Spokane Lilac Festival Brew Fest. Residents who wish to attend religious services may visit the St. John’s Lutheran Church or the Spokane Christian Church.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sabrina Jones-Schroeder
Sabrina Jones-Schroeder
EXIT Real Estate Professionals
(509) 381-0273
153 Total Sales
3 in Latah Valley
$427K - $735K Price Range
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Kaya Kennedy
Kaya Kennedy
Keller Williams Spokane - Main
(509) 796-7395
43 Total Sales
1 in Latah Valley
$464,000 Price
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Wendy Hughes
Wendy Hughes
Amplify Real Estate Services
(509) 519-2342
150 Total Sales
1 in Latah Valley
$400,000 Price
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Katie DeBill
Katie DeBill
Windermere Manito, LLC
(509) 253-5749
74 Total Sales
3 in Latah Valley
$346K - $767K Price Range
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Paige Wheelhouse
Paige Wheelhouse
eXp Realty, LLC
(253) 259-3737
47 Total Sales
4 in Latah Valley
$120K - $588K Price Range
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Svetlana Koren
Svetlana Koren
Kelly Right Real Estate of Spokane
(509) 286-2733
73 Total Sales
1 in Latah Valley
$53,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Spokanimal Dog Park
- Dog Park
Cannon Hill Park
- Lake
- Playground
Comstock Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
John A. Finch Arboretum
High Bridge Park
- Camping
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
Coeur D'Alene Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
Bill Chipman Palouse Trailhead
Kruegel Park
Reaney Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Latah Valley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Latah Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Latah Valley, Spokane sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Latah Valley, Spokane over the last 12 months is $449,950, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$360,000
Median Sale Price
$449,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,245
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
2005
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,770
Significantly above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,606
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 2610am - 12pm
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Saturday, Jul 261 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jul 263 - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,114
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$105,187
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,616
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
54.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
39''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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