Why Live in Home
Home, a historic community on Key Peninsula, offers a serene coastal lifestyle with sweeping panoramas and abundant outdoor activities. Located 29 miles from Tacoma and about 20 miles from Gig Harbor, Home provides a sense of seclusion while still being accessible to urban amenities. The neighborhood features a mix of traditional American two-story and ranch-style homes, many with views of the bay, and spacious plots of land. Children in Home attend highly rated schools within the Peninsula School District, including Evergreen Elementary School, Key Peninsula Middle School, and Peninsula High School, which offers advanced placement courses. Local amenities include a small grocery store, a gas station, a couple of restaurants, and a post office. Penrose Point State Park, just 10 minutes away, features over 2 miles of saltwater shoreline and 2.5 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and nature exploration. Residents can enjoy activities such as swimming, boating, scuba diving, fishing, and birdwatching. For dining and shopping, Gig Harbor offers options like Tides Tavern and BBQ2U, as well as retail stores like Albertson’s, Target, and Starbucks. The area is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk environment.
Home Trends in Home, WA
On average, homes in Home, WA sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Home, WA over the last 12 months is $570,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$570,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$649,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$352
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$664,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%