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Harbor View neighborhood streets are calm and quiet.
Midcentury neighborhood just a few blocks from downtown
Harbor View is a residential area with a mix of suburban convenience and natural beauty. As part of the larger Oak Harbor community, it offers a range of housing options, shopping and dining, recreational activities and easy access to Whidbey Island Station. This neighborhood attracts a diverse population, including families, retirees and military personnel due to its proximity to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. “It’s definitely one of the most convenient places to live on the island,” says Realtor Cristie Arnold of Re/Max Gateway, who has lived and worked in the area for over seven years. “Especially if you work on base or you just want to live near town. I mean, Oak Harbor isn’t a big city by any means, but there’s definitely a lot to do here. And you’re still just a short drive from hiking and fishing and all the more outdoorsy parts of Whidbey.”
Ranch and midcentury homes are scattered throughout Harbor View.
Quaint midcentury homes
Most of the homes in Harbor View were built in the middle decades of the 20th century. The neighborhood’s housing inventory is composed almost entirely of midcentury ranch-style homes and cottages, making for a stark contrast with the two-story contemporary duplexes in the adjacent Victory Park neighborhood. Most homes in the area are between 1,200 and 2,500 square feet and sell for $400,000 to $600,000. They tend to sell within 15 days on the market, on average.
Wildcat TV features Oak Harbor High news
Most students in the area attend Oak Harbor Public Schools. Oak Harbor Elementary has an A-minus grade on Niche. North Whidbey Middle School and Oak Harbor High School both have a B-plus. The high school is known across Whidbey Island for its student-run cable channel, Wildcat TV, which features everything from news to theater productions.
Downtown Oak Harbor shopping
Harbor View is less than half a mile from downtown Oak Harbor, the largest retail area on Whidbey Island. The area has several grocery stores, including Safeway and Haggen, along with big box stores like Walmart and Home Depot. But downtown Oak Harbor’s real appeal lies in its locally owned shops and boutiques, which range from thrift stores like Garage of Blessings and Island Thrift to upscale home goods stores like Varner Candle Company. Dining options in Harbor View cater to a variety of tastes and preferences. Local favorites include Noe Jose Cafe, known for its casual atmosphere and Mexican-American menu, and Frasers Gourmet Hideaway, which offers a more upscale dining experience with a focus on Pacific Northwest cuisine. There are also numerous cafes and fast-food outlets scattered throughout the area.
Riverside Cafe in Downtown Oak Harbor is just around the corner from Harbor View.
Frida's is a well-visited shop in Harbor View.
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Windjammer Park festivals
One of the highlights of living in Harbor View is the access to numerous parks and recreational facilities. Windjammer Park, located on the waterfront, features walking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds and a beach, plus excellent views of the harbor. The park also hosts community events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Oak Harbor Music Festival and Oak Harbor Carnival. Smaller city parks around the neighborhood include Volunteer Park, which is home to the local skate park and pool. For those interested in hiking and nature walks, preserves within a 10-mile drive include Deception Pass State Park, which has miles of trails and views of Whidbey Island’s most famous feature. Oak Harbor’s titular harbor, along with nearby portions of Puget Sound offer endless opportunities for kayaking, fishing and whale watching.
Less than a mile to the Harbor Station Transfer Center
Southeast Regatta Drive, which borders Harbor View to the east, connects the neighborhood to State Route 20, which in turn connects to Whidbey Island Station, Deception Pass and the mainland. It’s about 4 miles to the naval base, 10 miles to Deception Pass, and a little less than 30 miles to Mount Vernon, the largest city in the region. A number of bus routes, overseen by Island Transit, pass by the neighborhood, and it’s less than a mile to the Harbor Station Transfer Center, which serves as a central hub for North Whidbey Island’s buses. Harbor View is also one of the few neighborhoods on Whidbey Island that’s close enough to shopping and dining options to allow residents to get by without relying on their own vehicles.
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Parks in this Area
Waterfront Trail
Deception Pass State Park
Flintstone Park
Harbor Park
Volunteer Park
Windjammer Park
Transit
Airport
Seattle Paine Field International
92 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Harbor View
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harbor View, Oak Harbor sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Harbor View, Oak Harbor over the last 12 months is $463,285, up 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this turn of the century brick home in the heart Oak Harbor! Well maintained;1story, 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths; full fencing w/outbuilding; gas; large backyard for your fruits &vegetables; hardwood floors; wood fireplace for cozy nights; previous owner converted the garage into a huge family room. This house is walking distance to the city beach, marina, Seaplane base, schools and shops.
Charming Oak Harbor Home in Prime Location! This cozy 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home boasts 1,224 sq. ft. of inviting living space. Ideally situated near schools, stores, parks, and the beach, it offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort—great for morning strolls and outdoor adventures. Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout, complemented by ceramic tile in the bathroom
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
401
Median Age
37
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,856
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,220
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.3%
Advanced Degrees
16.2%
% Population in Labor Force
57.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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