City Guide
Stanwood, WA
Overview
Stanwood, WA, is known for its agricultural products and lumber. There are around 8,000 people living in Stanwood, making it one of the smaller cities in WA. For those looking to leave the city life behind, you'll find the small-town charm in Stanwood. Numerous facts make the city special, one of which is that it hosts several community events and festivals, including a glass treasure hunt, Harvest Jubilee, and the Community Fair. Furthermore, it has eight public parks with a combined 86-acres of open and preserved space, ranging from nature sanctuaries to neighborhood parks, playgrounds, sports fields, and boat launches.
What’s it like to live in Stanwood, WA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Stanwood, WA you'll find that the median sale price is
$620,260
and homes stay on the market for 6 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Stanwood are $632,630
and $385,000
, respectively. Stanwood area townhouses have a median sale price of $437,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Stanwood, WAExplore our Stanwood housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Stanwood home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Stanwood, 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 Stanwood
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Stanwood | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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Stanwood Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 22% of Stanwood homebuyers searched to move out of Stanwood, while 78% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Stanwood from outside metros.
- Spokane homebuyers searched to move into Stanwood more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Houston.
Where are people moving to Stanwood from?
- 78% of Stanwood homebuyers searched to stay within the Stanwood metropolitan area.
- Phoenix was the most popular destination among Stanwood homebuyers followed by Portland and Bellingham.
Where are people from Stanwood moving to?
Number of People Moving to Stanwood
least
most
People are moving to Stanwood 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 Stanwood 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 Stanwood, WA ?
If you're living in Stanwood, WA, you might be wondering what to do on weekends. From nature parks to stellar restaurants and an arts and culture scene, there's plenty to do in this city. Home to the Pearson House Museum, this is just one of the many well-known museums that you can explore. You can also find unique arts and culture scene, ranging from performing arts venues like the Sons of Norway Hall and local galleries like Gallery By The Bay. There are a lot of parks and green spaces within the city including Lake Goodwin Community Park, Church Creek Park, and Wenberg State Park that you can easily spend the day at. You'll find plenty of restaurants and charming cafes throughout Stanwood. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at Jasmin Thai Restaurant, Shima Japanese Restaurant, and Islander's Restaurant and Bar for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
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What's the best way to get around Stanwood, WA ?
Stanwood Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Stanwood has 1 heavy rail station; Stanwood Amtrak Station. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
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
Stanwood has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.
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