Why Live in Grand Mound
Grand Mound in Fords Prairie is characterized by its ranch-style homes, ranging from midcentury builds to modern constructions, with lot sizes significantly larger than those closer to Olympia-Tumwater. Many properties come with 1 to 20 acres of land, offering expansive views of forests and farmlands. The neighborhood also includes manufactured homes. The Theodore Hoss Sports Complex is central to local youth sports, while the nearby Scatter Creek Wildlife Area and Capitol State Forest provide extensive opportunities for birdwatching, wildlife observation, and outdoor activities, with the latter featuring 150 miles of trails for various uses. Retail options in Grand Mound are limited, focusing on construction and agriculture, with notable spots like VJ's Builder Barn and Tractor Supply Co. The Great Wolf Lodge, an indoor water park and resort, is a key landmark, offering dining options such as Lodge Wood Fired Grill and Barnwood. Talking Cedar, a popular distillery, brewery, and restaurant, attracts visitors from the Olympia-Tumwater area. For daily needs, residents often visit Rochester, 5 miles west, which has a supermarket and local restaurants. Transportation is primarily car-dependent, with easy access to Interstate 5 and U.S. Route 12. Centralia is 8 miles away, Olympia is 18 miles away, and Tacoma is 47 miles away. The nearest major airport, Seattle-Tacoma International, is 65 miles north. Public transportation is limited, but nearby communities have bus services and park-and-ride facilities. Schools in the area are part of the Rochester School District, with varying ratings and a range of career pathways available at the high school level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grand Mound a good place to live?
Grand Mound is a good place to live. Grand Mound is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Grand Mound has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $81,169 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Grand Mound are home owners, with 25.4% of residents renting and 74.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Grand Mound can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Grand Mound neighborhood guide.
Is Grand Mound, WA a safe neighborhood?
Grand Mound, WA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Grand Mound?
The median home price in Grand Mound is $495,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $99,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,470 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $106K a year to afford the median home price in Grand Mound. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Grand Mound is $81K.
What are the best public schools in Grand Mound?
The best public schools that serve Grand Mound are:
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Home Trends in Grand Mound, WA
On average, homes in Grand Mound, Fords Prairie sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Grand Mound, Fords Prairie over the last 12 months is $465,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$292
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$495,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
