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Buying a house on Whidbey Island
Relocating a family within the largest island in Washington and the 4th largest in the contiguous United States is not a bad idea. Nestled right on the bay between the Olympic peninsula and the I-5 Corridor, Whidbey Island has secured its spot as an up and coming hotspot for homeownership. Whether you're interested in buying for investment or your first home, island life has its perks!
Neighborhood Vibes
Whidbey Island has a strong sense of community. With only a few ways to access the island the community is strong and very self reliant. The island has one major highway that travels from one end of the island to the other and many communities branched off in between. Catch a world class sunset at Lagoon Point, watch the jets fly by in Oak Harbor, or watch the fishing boats motor about in the bay near Clinton. Sip coffee and watch the sea lions swim in the marina everyday! Whidbey is a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life while keeping the amenities that we all love.
Places to eat
Treat yourself with some amazing food made by amazing people! Whidbey Island is most known for its amazing seafood. Being surrounded by the ocean does have its perks. Fresh clams or mussels are a must. If you happen to work up an appetite while in search of the perfect home, be sure to satiate your hunger at the Orchard Kitchen, Village Pizzeria, or Prima Bistro! If drinks and spirits are more you make sure to check out Penn Cove Brewing Co, Off the Hook Bar, or The Terrace Wine Bar.
Parks and recreation
Whidbey boasts miles of public shoreline, 8 different state parks as well as many city and regional parks within its boundaries. Deceptions Pass located at the Northern tip of the island is a must see State Park that offers 4,134 acres of ancient forests and saltwater shores, and 38 miles of trail! This growing island community understands the necessity of getting outside and making families feel like they are in a getaway destination. Play fetch with your canine companion, learn to scuba dive, shuck fresh oysters when in season, kayak in the sound, Whidbey Island is not short on activities.
Great school system
Whidbey Island has achieved a B- Rank according to the Niche ranking system. Niche compiles and analyzes data from the United States Department of Education. This grade is determined by state test scores, college readiness, SAT/ACT scores, and teacher quality. While teaching 1,363 students on average, Whidbey Island South School District performs well above average and provides high quality education from grades pre kindergarten to high school.
