A rural, waterfront village in Grays Harbor County
In Ocosta, the countryside merges with the South Bay waterfront on the coast of Washington state. Here horses graze in pastures surrounded by pine forests, while shorebirds flock to the peaceful beachfront. Ocosta is home to about 100 people, a beachfront state park, a river trail and rural and waterside homes, including multiacre lots and farms. With limited retail options, residents travel 5 miles to the nearest grocery store in Westport, and commuters can drive 15 miles east to Aberdeen.
Ocosta's proximity to the North Bay is a big draw for many locals.
In Ocosta's countryside, find horses grazing in the pastures.
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Bottle Beach State Park and Johns River Dike Trail
Bottle Beach State Park is a recreation space on the northern edge of Ocosta with over 60 acres of land. “That's in the bay, so the other state parks are on the actual ocean. It’s not ocean water with ocean waves,” says broker Jennifer Custer who works with Windermere Real Estate Westport and has over a decade of experience in the area. Less cold and windy than the ocean, the park on the bay has a beach better suited for swimming. Over a hundred species of birds pass through the area, making its boardwalk trail a popular bird-watching spot for bald eagles and blue herons. Dogs are only allowed from November through February to avoid scaring birds during the spring and summer months. On the eastern edge of Ocosta in the Johns River State Wildlife Area, Johns River Dike Trail has a boat launch and a mile-long paved path along the waterway. The scenery includes evergreen thickets and meadows, where people can watch elk graze.
Logs of driftwood stand along the shores of Bottle Beach State Park.
Ocosta folks enjoy the scenery of Johns River Dike Trail.
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Multi-acre lots and some waterside homes on Bayview Road
Centered around State Route 105, Ocosta has spacious yards and houses along the main road. There are also homes south of it on a network of residential streets. Some have multiple acres, barns or gates for horses, giving it a rural feel. Evergreen woods often surround the yards, lending them extra privacy and natural beauty. Custer describes the area as small, with some waterfront homes available on Bayview Road for clear views of the South Bay. The architectural styles include ranch-style homes, farmhouses, log cabins and contemporary homes. Ranch-style homes range from $300,000 to $600,000, while contemporary houses range from $500,000 to $700,000. There's also undeveloped land available, ranging from $20,000 to $200,000.
The calm North Bay waters make living along the Ocosta shores relaxing.
Ranch style homes in Ocosta have multi acre lots.
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Events at Ocosta Recreation Hall
Ocosta Recreation Hall, located on the western half of the community on Sixth Street, hosts yearly community events. The building is equipped with a kitchen, a stage with a sound system and an outdoor area with a playground. At the Annual Oyster Feed in May, residents can feast on all-you-can-eat oysters, enter a raffle and fundraise for Ocosta Recreation Hall. The Ocosta Booster Club Crab Feed invites locals to dine on a crab buffet as a fundraiser for the Ocosta public schools every March.
Ocosta Recreation Hall hosts yearly events for the community.
The Ocosta Booster Club invites locals to a crab buffet as a fundraiser for the schools.
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Bay City Sausage and more retail
With its rural atmosphere, Ocosta doesn’t have much shopping or restaurants. A nearby store is Bay City Sausage, which sells a wide selection of meats and cheeses. Residents can drive to Westport, only 5 miles west, for the largest retail hub in the South Bay. The walkable commercial district of shops and restaurants on Westhaven Drive, including Bennett’s Fish Shack. The seafood restaurant serves classics like fish and chips in an ambient setting, with deck views of boats at the marina’s docks. There are no grocery stores in Ocosta, so those looking for produce and other items can stop by Shop 'n Kart, also 5 miles west in Westport. About 5 miles east in Markham, there is the International Mermaid Museum and the Westport Winery Garden Resort, a hot spot for tourists.
Some Ocosta locals shop for meat and cheese at Bay City Sausage.
Explore the International Mermaid Museum for fun, near Ocosta.
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Ocosta public schools
The community is served by the Ocosta School District, which earns a C-plus grade according to Niche. Ocosta Elementary School also has a C-plus rating. Ocosta Junior/Senior High School serves seventh through 12th grade and has a C-plus rating. The school offers courses from financial algebra, which factors math into real world spending, to Photo II, where students can learn how to use photo editing software.
Ocosta Elementary School serves the entire Bay City, Ocosta and Westport neighborhoods.
Ocosta Junior/Senior High School is home to the Ocosta Wildcats.
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A 15-mile commute to Aberdeen
Ocosta is a car-dependent community. It's located about 65 miles west of Olympia via State Route 8. About 15 miles from Aberdeen, residents can get to the town center via State Route 105. Those who prefer public transit can catch a Grays Harbor Transit bus at a stop located on State Route 105. The closest hospital, Harbor Regional Health Emergency Department, is 20 miles away in Aberdeen. The Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, the closest major airport option, is about 115 miles away.
With Aberdeen only 15 minutes from Ocosta, many residents commute for work.
Grays Harbor Transit helps Ocosta locals get around the area.
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Parks in this Area
Bottle Beach State Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Ocosta
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ocosta, Ocean Shores sell after 113 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Ocosta, Ocean Shores over the last 12 months is $411,662, down 28% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Enjoy this off grid property close to where the Johns River flows into the south end of Grays Harbor. Located midway between Bottle Beach State Park and Johns River Wildlife area. Be surrounded by nature and the abundant wildlife.
Own a coastal lot at this price? The beautiful Washington Coast mere minutes away from this lot in Ocosta, Washington. 6534 sqft/.15 acres of vacant treed land only 1 mile to hiking or fishing in South Bay and 7 miles to Westport, WA. No permit needed for camping/RV! Outside of 100 and 500 yr flood plains. No perc, septic, well or road started. Low price reflects for the need to revive property
Investor alert! Love the ocean air at this lightly treed lot .30 acres/13,068 sq ft. lot. No permit needed for RV and tent camping. Only one mile to South Bay and 7 miles to the beautiful Washington Coastline. No perc, septic or road started- raw land. Buyer due diligence to revive access road: vacated Right-of-Way/ land locked. Low price reflects for the need to revive property access-your gain
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,534
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
6.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,848
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,676
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
3.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.9%
% Population in Labor Force
10.9%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
69''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
67°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
4/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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