Why Live in Peaceful Valley
Peaceful Valley offers a nature-oriented suburban lifestyle in the foothills of the Cascade Range, providing a less congested alternative to closer suburbs. Home to approximately 2,700 residents, the community features contemporary and manufactured homes, with the latter often used as vacation properties. The west side includes Paradise Lakes Country Club, a manufactured home community with a private pool and clubhouse, while the east and southwest sections consist of suburban subdivisions with woodsy lots and evergreen thickets. Peaceful Valley is entirely residential, with no retail areas, enhancing its tranquil atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Silver Lake Park, about 10 miles east, which offers kayaking, swimming, and fishing, and the Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, 15 miles away, known for skiing and hiking. The Columbia Valley Community Garden and a nearby recreation site with a basketball court, tennis court, and playground provide local recreational options. Although the neighborhood lacks retail areas, nearby dining options include Hot Stuff Pizza and Feast 542 at Paradise Market. Regular community events are held at the East Whatcom Regional Resource Center, and the North Fork Community Library hosts the Twin Sisters Mobile Market in the summer. Peaceful Valley is approximately 30 miles from downtown Bellingham and Bellingham International Airport, with bus stops throughout the community for convenient transportation.
Home Trends in Peaceful Valley, WA
On average, homes in Peaceful Valley, WA sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Peaceful Valley, WA over the last 12 months is $408,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$408,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$297
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$427,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
