Longview, Washington Relocation Guide

Longview, Washington

Longview, Washington - a wonderful place to live, work & play. Founded in 1923, this "Planned City" was the creation of R.A. Long and his team of nationally-known planners and landscape architects. Because of their foresight, Longview is blessed with beautiful parks (including the 120-acre Lake Sacajawea park located in the heart of the City), tree-lined boulevards (the City's Parks Department maintains 16,000 trees) and ample infrastructure.

Longview housing can satisfy many varied lifestyles. In-town homes within walking distance to shopping, schools, businesses and parks are always popular. So, too, are 5+ acre parcels within a 15-minute commute to downtown. The average price of a house in Longview is about $200,518, while the Median price of a Longview home is $185,000.

Longview is located on the Columbia River, approximately 47 miles north of Portland and 135 miles south of Seattle. It's a short 90-minute drive west to the Pacific Ocean or east to the Cascade mountains. Longview has the distinction of being named a "Tree City, U.S.A." There is a unique combination of elegant residential areas and active riverfront industry.

Longview School District includes seven elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, an alternative high school and specialized education for the handicapped. Longview boasts mild winters and moderately dry summers.

Longview offers residents a comfortable, small-town lifestyle rich with opportunities from year-round cultural events to outdoor recreation. This planned community displays spectacular views of evergreen forests and white-capped mountains. Residents and visitors alike enjoy Longview's many amenities, including 270 acres of public parks with miles of trails for jogging and biking, tennis courts, public and private golf courses and softball and soccer fields. One can also take pleasure in fishing pristine waters, hunting, skiing, hiking, sailing and power boating. Cultural entertainment is provided by the Columbia Theatre For The Performing Arts (a regional center for music, dance and drama) and the symphony orchestra. Longview has year-round festivities from the County Fair to the Go Fourth Celebration and the Christmas Parade.

If you are planning to move to Longview, we'd love to help you find the home that meets your needs.

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