Lori Anderson-Benson
Responds Quickly
Keller Williams Realty
(360) 803-3613
151 Total Sales
5 in Orchards Area
$485K - $1.1M Price Range
Orchards Area
People come to the Orchards Area for a number of reasons, not the least of which is its close proximity to most of the things you need to live and those things that bring you joy. “It is very centrally located,” says Chelise Kuhn, a veteran Realtor with Char Taylor Real Estate LLC, who lives in the Orchards Area. “Everything you need is a stone’s throw away.”
Orchards Area, in Vancouver, Washington, is houses and schools and libraries with restaurants and shopping on the outskirts. You have a mix of mostly contemporary and ranch-style homes along wide, suburban streets with sidewalks and a plentiful portion of trees. “There are a ton of established trees. The houses were pretty much built around the trees,” Kuhn says. “Most of Orchards Area was built in the 90s and early 2000s, so there are slightly larger lots than houses built today.” The median price for a single-family home here is around $530,000, with the average home listing for slightly more. “Homeowners should expect to spend from $400,000 to $600,000 for three to four bedrooms and 1,200 to 2,500 square feet,” Kuhn says.
Evergreen Public Schools serves Orchards Area Children. Niche rates the district B and ranks it in the top quarter of Washington school districts for student-athletes. Students attend Orchards Elementary School and Covington Middle School, both of which Niche rates C and Heritage High School, which Niche rates B-minus and ranks in the top half of the state's best college prep public high schools.
When the kids leave school, they have parks galore waiting for them. “We have a lot of very nice parks,” Kuhn says. “A lot of them have new play structures. There’s Burnt Bridge Creek Park. It’s just been around forever. The one the people like most is Nikkei Park. Everybody calls it the dinosaur park because it’s dinosaur-themed. People come from all over to visit that park.”
There is no shortage of places to eat locally, either. Although when it comes to getting a great meal, you’ll find most people headed for the waterfront. “Because it’s up and coming, and they have a lot of high-end restaurants down there. I would eat at Twigs, literally everything on the menu. They have an awesome cookie in a skillet that they top with ice cream. So, if you want to gain 20 pounds, you go there for dessert,” Kuhn says.
For retail shopping, you’ll head over to Walmart or Target, which are within five miles of here. Grocery shopping at Fred Myers is a convenient option among about five or so supermarkets. People also head into Portland to shop. “In Vancouver, we have three farmers' markets in the summer,” Kuhn says, adding how much there is to do here. “We’re super close to lakes and rivers, two hours from the beach and an hour from skiing on Mount Hood, and there’s a ton of hiking around here.” And there are busses to get you to most places. So transit shouldn’t hinder you from having fun.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lori Anderson-Benson
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Chana Dolbey
Chana Dolbey
Century 21 Northstar
(360) 803-2802
114 Total Sales
5 in Orchards Area
$90K - $480K Price Range
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Gina Nehring
Gina Nehring
Realty Pro West LLC
(360) 803-4746
189 Total Sales
9 in Orchards Area
$211K - $593K Price Range
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Jolie Hooper Torres
Jolie Hooper Torres
John L. Scott Real Estate
(360) 803-2060
103 Total Sales
4 in Orchards Area
$365K - $477K Price Range
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Leah Higgins
Leah Higgins
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HS NW
(360) 803-4801
158 Total Sales
4 in Orchards Area
$335K - $547K Price Range
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Randy Hunzeker
Randy Hunzeker
John L. Scott Real Estate
(360) 803-3124
34 Total Sales
3 in Orchards Area
$515K - $644K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Kane Memorial Off-leash Dog Park
Orchard Highlands Park
Orchards Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Hockinson Dog Park
Hockinson Meadows Community Park
5th Plain Creek Park
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Orchards Area | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Orchards Area Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Orchards Area, Orchards sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Orchards Area, Orchards over the last 12 months is $513,700, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Sale Price
$513,700
Median Single Family Sale Price
$555,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
530
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$297
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
9,397
Number of Homes for Sale
125
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,809
Below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,726
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,487
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jul 2012 - 3pm
$635,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,042 Sq Ft
- 10234 NE 132nd Place
- New 21 days ago
Practically brand new without the wait of building! This beautifully maintained 3 bed, 2.5 bath home in the desirable Austin Heritage neighborhood was built in 2023 and is move-in ready! Bright and full of natural light, this home features high ceilings, beautiful laminate flooring throughout the main level, quartz countertops, custom blinds throughout, and a versatile bonus loft upstairs! This
Paige Noce Columbia River Realty ERA Powered
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Saturday, Jul 1910am - 12:30pm
$650,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,422 Sq Ft
- 10402 NE 95th St
- New 1 day ago
This beautifully updated home combines modern comfort with thoughtful design and year-round livability. Inside, you'll find custom-laid laminate plank flooring, fresh carpeting in the bedrooms, and designer paint throughout. The spacious layout features a large primary suite with an oversized soaking tub and a custom walk-in closet, along with a versatile fourth bedroom that can serve as a bonus
Rowena Lusby Windermere Northwest Living
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Saturday, Jul 1911am - 1pm
$609,999
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,351 Sq Ft
- 10908 NE 121st Ct
- New 2 days ago
Step inside this warm and welcoming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a flexible bonus room ready to fit your needs—think office, playroom, or cozy guest retreat. You’ll love the comfort of central A/C and soft carpet underfoot, both just two years old. The spacious 3-car garage has plenty of room for storage and even comes with an EV charger. Whether you're hosting friends or enjoying a quiet night
Maabi Munoz Works Real Estate
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$520,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,150 Sq Ft
- 9908 NE 131st Ave
- New 13 days ago
Welcome Home to Jenkins Estates - this lovely east facing home refreshed with new interior paint, sitting in a cul-de-sac, cleaned and move in ready! Offering 4 upper level bedrooms, a spacious main level living with a welcoming formal living that wraps around to the dining, adjacent to the full kitchen and to the cozy family room that enjoys the wooden fireplace. Head into the private backyard,
Leigh CalvertCascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty(360) 317-2237 -
$639,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,448 Sq Ft
- 12813 NE 102nd St
- New 26 days ago
Beautiful, maintained home with open concept living on the main level. The main floor has mostly wood floors throughout, Guest or bonus room on main can be used as an office or bedroom with half bath just steps away, kitchen has slab granite countertops, beautiful glass backsplash tile, stylish stainless-steel appliances, gas cooktop, double sink, pendant lighting, large kitchen island for eating
Lori Lanning-ReddeXp Realty LLC(360) 654-7124 -
$780,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,728 Sq Ft
- 11114 NE 124th Ave
Welcome Home to Endless Possibilities in Vancouver! This is the one you’ve been waiting for: a single level ranch style home on a private flat one acre lot with a 2400 square foot shop! This home is a must see. Bursting with natural light, well maintained spaces, & incredible attention to detail, this 4 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home has it all: soaring vaulted ceilings, 24x30 great room, real
Peter CutileParker Brennan Real Estate(360) 327-8423
Homes for Rent
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$2,063 - $2,740 per month
- Union Park Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 786+ Sq Ft
- 11803 NE 124th Ave
- Vancouver, WA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
37,569
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,687
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,375
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
25.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 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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