Why Live in Hudson's Bay
Hudson's Bay in Vancouver is a historic neighborhood centered around the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, once the headquarters for the Hudson's Bay Company's fur trading operations. The residential area features a mix of Craftsman style houses from the 1910s and 1920s, square-shaped bungalows and minimalist traditional houses from the 1940s, and contemporary homes built in the past five years. These homes are situated on lots ranging from 3,000 to 8,000 square feet, with some offering views of the Columbia River from East Sixth Street. Housing in Hudson's Bay is limited to a 110-acre area bordered by East Mill Plain Boulevard, East Reserve Street, East Fifth Street, and East Grand Boulevard, while the entire neighborhood spans more than 700 acres, including a 600-acre historic district. This district features Fort Vancouver, Vancouver Barracks, Pearson Field, and Officers Row. Local attractions include the Grand Central Retail Center with shops and dining options such as Fred Meyer, The Rock Wood Fired Pizza, Thatcher's Coffee, and Cecilia. Outdoor activities are abundant with Memory-Mill Plain Park, Hazel Hart Park, the Discovery Historic Loop Trail, and the Columbia River Renaissance Trail. Hudson's Bay is served by Harney Elementary School, Discovery Middle School, and Hudson's Bay High School, with Harney Elementary offering a Spanish-English Dual Language Program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hudson's Bay a good place to live?
Hudson's Bay is a good place to live. Hudson's Bay is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Hudson's Bay is a suburban neighborhood. Hudson's Bay has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.5 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $84,429 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 43.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Hudson's Bay are renters, with 78.4% of residents renting and 21.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hudson's Bay can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hudson's Bay neighborhood guide.
Is Hudson's Bay, WA a safe neighborhood?
Hudson's Bay, WA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hudson's Bay?
The median home price in Hudson's Bay is $268,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $53,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,390 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $60K a year to afford the median home price in Hudson's Bay. The average household income in Hudson's Bay is $84K.
What are the best public schools in Hudson's Bay?
The best public schools that serve Hudson's Bay are:
What are the best private schools in Hudson's Bay?
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Home Trends in Hudson's Bay, WA
On average, homes in Hudson's Bay, Vancouver sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hudson's Bay, Vancouver over the last 12 months is $90,000, down 50% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$90,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$221,100
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$268,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-50%