Gig Harbor, WA - Live in the Best Neighborhoods
Why Do People Live here?
Gig Harbor is unique in that it is on a peninsula (Kitsap). That has kept it somewhat isolated from the rest of Washington, but yet connected by bridges. It's part of Pierce County same as Tacoma and adjacent to Kitsap County. It's not crowded like Seattle or Tacoma, yet easy to get to. Another important reason is the Neighborhoods.What's the Neighborhood Like?
I lived in Gig Harbor for several years and its one of those places you feel right at home cozied up to a fire on the beach, sailing along the shore or walking the miles of trails. The peninsula is covered in endless evergreens, creating the perfect green belt between homes. Most people have a view of either water or mountains and if not that then trees. Tacoma is 1 mile across the Narrows bridge and Seattle is 40 minutes north with the SeaTac airport in between.
Just north is Port Orchard and the county seat and generally a more affordable place to live. Head north to Bremerton, where the Navy has a big presence with the shipyard, Naval Base Kitsap (Bangor submarine base, and Bremerton Naval station) and Keyport Underwater Warfare.
The homes you would expect to find for sale in the Kitsap area range from farms to million dollar estates. They can be inland forested areas or waterfront property. Gig Harbor, bedroom community of Tacoma can have some high priced homes along the waterfront, but inland you can find some very modestly priced homes that can buy you a lot. No matter where you live there is plenty of room for people to get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery and would be described as suburban.
The homes you would expect to find for sale in the Kitsap area range from farms to million dollar estates. They can be inland forested areas or waterfront property. Gig Harbor, bedroom community of Tacoma can have some high priced homes along the waterfront, but inland you can find some very modestly priced homes that can buy you a lot. No matter where you live there is plenty of room for people to get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery and would be described as suburban.
Neighborhoods
- Artondale is central Gig Harbor and land locked. Very family friendly and great choice for retirees and urban commuters.
- City Center is in East Gig Harbor along the Gig Harbor bay connecting to the Puget Sound. It includes much of the historic district. Offers a nice walk along store fronts and restaurants adjacent to the bay.
- Cromwell / Bayview is surrounded by Puget Sound on 3 sides and is an established, but not old area. It is very family friendly and great choice for retirees and urban commuters.
- Forest Beach / Sunrise Beach is West of I16 and an established, but not old area. Long border with Case inlet, which connects to Puget Sound. Very family friendly, and great choice for retirees and urban commuters. Commute runs 15-30 minutes with easy access to Hwy 16.
- Maplewood is NE of downtown Gig Harbor and borders Gig Harbor bay and Puget Sound on 2 sides. This is an established, but not old neighborhood. One of the best neighborhoods in the state for seniors, families with school aged children and urban commuters. High rate of active military. Average commute is between 30-45 minutes.
- Purdy / Canterwood is east of I16 and north part of Gig Harbor. Has a Golf and Country Club, brand new St. Anthony Hospital and extensive shopping on Borgen Blvd. It is established but not old neighborhood. Top quality retirement living and urban commuters. Average commute 15-30 minutes.
- Rosedale is NW of Gig Harbor and I16. Bordered by Henderson bay on 2 sides. It is established but not old neighborhood. One of the top family friendly places in the state. Average commute 15-30 minutes.
- Shore Acres is mostly east of I16, with 2 sides bordering the Puget Sound. Prized views of the water and Mt. Rainier. High military population and top notch for retirees. Homes are typically smaller. Average commute 15-30 minutes.
- Vaughn is NW end of Gig Harbor with frontage on Case Inlet, which connects to Puget Sound. It has a suburban feel and high military population and occupation. Average commute is 30 to 45 minutes.
- Wauna is west of I16 and NW of Gig Harbor and connected by a bridge from Purdy. Average commute 15-30 minutes.
- Wollochet is West of Hwy 16 and two sides border the Puget Sound. Contains modern shopping center, recreational waterfront and scenic beauty. Many spacious homes that suit the executive lifestyle and retirees.
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Zip Map | Info | Wiki | Pics
Gig Harbor | Info | Wiki | Pics
- 98329 | Gig Harbor North West
- 98332 | Gig Harbor North
- 98333 | South of Gig Harbor
- 98335 | Gig Harbor South
- 98394 | Gig Harbor North West
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