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Campus Highlands

Campus Highlands

Neighborhood in Federal Way, Washington

King County 98023

$795,208 Average Value
$311 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Campus Highlands - Cascadian paradise in the hills

Campus Highlands is a Cascadian paradise in the hills with spacious two-story homes and vibrant landscaping in Federal Way - a Pacific Northwest city in a prime location between Tacoma and Seattle. Campus Highlands is overflowing with family friendly amenities, such as a renowned aerobic facility and a network of nature trails, which residents can take full advantage of. "Campus Highlands is a more affluent area with bigger and nicer homes," says James Smith, Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HS, with over 20 years of experience. "It's one of the best neighborhoods in Federal Way."

Campus Highlands is overflowing with two-story houses and lush landscaping.
Campus Highlands is overflowing with two-story houses and lush landscaping.
Dog owners use the Panther Lake Trail for some exercise.
Dog owners use the Panther Lake Trail for some exercise.
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New Traditional homes and vibrant landscaping

Flower beds, Italian cypress trees and fenced-in backyards are all features of the modest lots in Campus Highlands. Sidewalks line either side of these quiet streets, which often form miniature cul-de-sacs in an economical design. This neighborhood features New Traditional and occasional ranch-style homes built in the 1990s. Houses borrow from classical architecture with intricate detailing like garden windows, arched doorways and presidential roofs. Four-bedroom houses with around 2,000 square feet are a trademark of Campus Highlands, and prices range from $600,000 to $850,000. “You have more sellers and clients who are interested in this area, and that’s why there’s a higher price point here,” Smith says.

Campus Highlands is located in the hills of Federal Way.
Campus Highlands is located in the hills of Federal Way.
Homes in Campus Highlands are very well maintained and cared for.
Homes in Campus Highlands are very well maintained and cared for.
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King County Aquatic Center and community trails

West Hylebos Wetlands Park is a 120-acre green space with hiking trails and wooden boardwalk paths through old-growth forests and wetlands. The Panther Lake Trail is popular for dog owners, while the BPA Trail stretches 7 miles, reaching the city center. The Federal Way National Little League Complex includes four baseball diamonds for youth games. The Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center seats over 2,500 people and hosts events such as the PAC-12 and NCAA Swimming Championships. “There are a bunch of swimming events held at the aquatic center, like the Olympic trials, and it gets packed on the weekends,” Smith says.

The Weyerhaeuser Aquatic Center is a major aerobic facility.
The Weyerhaeuser Aquatic Center is a major aerobic facility.
West Hylebos Wetlands Park is a 120-acre green space with trails.
West Hylebos Wetlands Park is a 120-acre green space with trails.
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Asensio Coffee at Twin Lakes Village

Campus Highlands is about a mile from Twin Lakes Village, a community hub for retail and locally owned restaurants. One dining option is Asensio, a casual café serving organic coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Also nearby is Federal Way Crossings, a large shopping center area with department stores and unique eateries like Blue Island Sushi & Roll, a restaurant with a conveyor belt that brings in a fleet of pre-made sushi rolls with an option to order fresh. Supermarkets are easy to find, with Fred Meyer on 21st Avenue and Safeway in Twin Lakes Village.

Blue Island Sushi is in the heart of Federal Way.
Blue Island Sushi is in the heart of Federal Way.
There is a ton of Asensio merchandise to snag at the store.
There is a ton of Asensio merchandise to snag at the store.
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Diverse schools and JROTC at Todd Beamer High

Federal Way Public Schools serves over 21,000 students in the area, and each school in the Campus Highlands pipeline is in Niche’s Top 3 most diverse public schools in Washington. Many students can walk to Sherwood Forest Elementary School, which earns a C-plus grade from Niche. Illahee Middle School also has a C-plus with extracurricular activities like the Creatives Club or Gamers Club on weekday afternoons. Todd Beamer High School receives a B-minus and offers an Air Force JROTC program.

Sherwood Forest Elementary has some fantastic sporting amenities.
Sherwood Forest Elementary has some fantastic sporting amenities.
Sherwood Forest Elementary scored a C-plus grade from Niche.
Sherwood Forest Elementary scored a C-plus grade from Niche.
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King County Metro and SeaTac airport

While Campus Highlands is a car-dependent neighborhood, bike lanes are a common feature of main roads. The King County Metro provides public transportation with bus stops along Campus Drive, and the Federal Way Transit Center offers park-and-ride areas and various bus routes in Federal Way City Center, about 4 miles north. The center of Seattle is roughly 25 miles north on Interstate 5, while Tacoma is around 10 miles southwest. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, or SeaTac, provides flights to almost every major city worldwide.

The King County Metro provides public transportation with bus stops along Campus Drive.
The King County Metro provides public transportation with bus stops along Campus Drive.
King County Metro has various routes thru the area.
King County Metro has various routes thru the area.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

28 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Campus Highlands US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$825,000
Median Single Family Price
$825,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$311
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Months of Supply
2.70
Median List Price
$825,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
423
Median Year Built
1993
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,671
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,593
Median Age
36
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$102,241
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,550

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
41.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.4%
% Population in Labor Force
70%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

24 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

28 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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