Why Live in Prairie Heights
Prairie Heights in Lake Tapps offers a blend of rural charm and commuter convenience, situated just over 40 miles south of Seattle. This neighborhood, home to around 5,000 residents, features a mix of housing styles, from manufactured homes in Shiloh Park to contemporary homes in gated communities like Winter Pond. The area is characterized by decorative shrubbery, wooden fences, and expansive grassy yards. Prairie Heights is part of the White River School District, with students attending the highly rated Foothills Elementary, followed by Glacier Middle and White River High, which offers various after-school activities. Recreational opportunities abound, with Lake Tapps just 6 miles away, providing fishing, swimming, and skiing from June through October. Allan Yorke Park hosts local bands and an outdoor marketplace in summer, while the surrounding state park offers over 100 acres of beaches, picnic areas, and trails. Tapps Island Golf Course offers scenic views, and Mount Rainier is less than 50 miles away for hiking enthusiasts. Essential shopping and dining options are within 3 miles, including Safeway, Fred Meyer, and Costco, along with eateries like Hungry Dawg’s Diner and Mazatlan. Although there is no public transit, Route 410 provides easy access to Seattle, Tacoma, and the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, making Prairie Heights a practical choice for those seeking a balance of rural living and city access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prairie Heights a good place to live?
Prairie Heights is a good place to live. Prairie Heights is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Prairie Heights has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.7 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $120,308 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 14.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Prairie Heights are home owners, with 14.2% of residents renting and 85.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Prairie Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Prairie Heights, WA a safe neighborhood?
Prairie Heights, 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 Prairie Heights?
The median home price in Prairie Heights is $622,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $124,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,230 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $138K a year to afford the median home price in Prairie Heights. The average household income in Prairie Heights is $120K.
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Home Trends in Prairie Heights, WA
On average, homes in Prairie Heights, Lake Tapps sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Prairie Heights, Lake Tapps over the last 12 months is $621,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$621,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$632,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$338
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median List Price
$622,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%