


City Guide
Chehalis, WA
Overview
Home to around 8,000 people, Chehalis, WA, is known for its hiking trails, golf courses, and railroad museum. Chehalis was once known as a logging and railroad town. Today, the city has over 10 locations on the National Register of Historic Places, preserving and honoring the city's history. A fun fact about the city is that Chehalis is an Indian word meaning “shifting and shining sands.”
What’s it like to live in Chehalis, WA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Chehalis, WA you'll find that the median sale price is
$379,000
and homes stay on the market for 34 days.
When comparing property types, median sale prices vary. The median sale price of a single family home in Chehalis is $379,000
. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Chehalis, WAExplore our Chehalis housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Chehalis home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Chehalis, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Chehalis
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Widgeon Hill | $699,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Chehalis
See all homes for saleRental listings in Chehalis
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsChehalis Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 22% of Chehalis homebuyers searched to move out of Chehalis, while 78% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Chehalis from outside metros.
- Spokane homebuyers searched to move into Chehalis more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Houston.
Where are people moving to Chehalis from?
- 78% of Chehalis homebuyers searched to stay within the Chehalis metropolitan area.
- Phoenix was the most popular destination among Chehalis homebuyers followed by Portland and Bellingham.
Where are people from Chehalis moving to?
Number of People Moving to Chehalis
least
most
People are moving to Chehalis from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 1,151 | ||
2 | 852 | ||
3 | 583 | ||
4 | 211 | ||
5 | 100 | ||
6 | 95 | ||
7 | 90 | ||
8 | 72 | ||
9 | 11 | ||
10 | 10 |
People are leaving Chehalis for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 5,021 | ||
2 | 3,637 | ||
3 | 3,122 | ||
4 | 2,555 | ||
5 | 2,351 | ||
6 | 2,174 | ||
7 | 1,344 | ||
8 | 1,298 | ||
9 | 1,139 | ||
10 | 1,001 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Chehalis, WA ?
Chehalis, WA is home to many activities like hiking the city's numerous trails and enjoying a bite to eat at local restaurants. Chehalis is known for its popular museums, such as Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, Veterans Memorial Museum, and Lewis County Historical Museum. You'll also find that locals are regulars at performing arts venues like the Chehalis Theater. Jackson Court House State Park, Westside Park, and Recreation Park are just a handful of the beautiful parks and green spaces you'll find throughout the city. For local restaurants, stop by Jeremy's Farm to Table, The Shire Bar Bistro, and Once Upon a Thyme for a taste of Chehalis.
Explore some of the best things to do in Chehalis
What's the best way to get around Chehalis, WA ?
Chehalis Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Airports
Chehalis has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.