Washington Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Yakima, Washington

Population: 65,800

Located in Yakima County

Yakima is located in the heart of an old inactive volcanic bed surrounded by the Ahtanum and the Uptanham mountain ranges. It offers a full 4 seasons. It is a semi-desert area with annual precipitation of only 7%. Water from the snowfalls in the Cascade Mountains irrigate our very fertile valley making it a perfect location for farming fruit and vegetable produce.

Annual snow falls of 23 inches make for very picturesque settings of the Cascades and both Mount Ranier and Mount Adams. Average temperature in the spring is 36/80, summer 45/87, fall 22/64 and winter 22/56. The wide daily range in temperature each season is due to the evening cooling affects of the semi-desert conditions. The close proximity to both metro Seattle and Portland (2 1/2 and 3 1/2 hours respectively), the nearness of recreation sports from skiing to sailing, our beautiful 4 seasons and our picturesque mountain landscape lure new families to Yakima.

Whether you favor downhill or cross-country skiing, dining at an award-winning restaurant, listening to a symphony orchestra, touring one of the world's premier wine countries, or simply relaxing on your deck watching the sun set behind snow-capped Mount Adams, the Yakima Valley provides a myriad of assets that all contribute to an unsurpassed quality of life. The Yakima Valley has professional sports teams. Cultural and entertainment opportunities abound at the magnificently restored Capittol Theatre and the Yakima Valley SunDome.

Golf, hunting, fishing, tennis, soccer, softball and other recreational sports are enthusiastically pursued by a number of Yakima's residents. Fourteen incorporated cities enjoy the benefits of small-town living while being an important player in the world marketplace. Yakima's population of around 60,000 makes it the largest city in a county of more than 200,000 residents. The average price of a home in Yakima County is between $85,000 and $120,000. Wide streets, community parks and panoramic views complement great neighborhoods and are enjoyed by families and friends.