Stanwood Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Washington

Stanwood Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Washington

Stanwood is a tranquil bedroom community located in picturesque Snohomish County, where the Stillaguamish River meets the Puget Sound. A close-knit population of just over 4,200 people calls this lovely town home. They enjoy a thriving economy largely based in agriculture, quality schools, an extremely low crime rate and affordable homes with views of the Cascade and Olympic Mountain Ranges or the views of Puget Sound and Whidbey Island. Real estate options consist of single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses as well as land lots. Young families make up the majority of Stanwood’s populace, as its clean, safe streets are a beacon to those looking to find a good place to raise children. The town’s convenient location allows locals easy access to Seattle (less than an hour’s drive north), Vancouver, Canada, Mt. Vernon and other local areas of interest. A veritable wealth of outdoor recreation is available to Stanwood residents and visitors alike. Popular local pastimes include boating, fishing, kayaking, crabbing, bird watching and attending shows at the local arts center. Avid golfers can enjoy the area’s numerous award-winning courses. There is also an avid arts community, fitness facilities, museums, dining and music venues. Each November the town hosts Shop Stanwood Night, where the community’s holiday lights and decorations are displayed the first time and retail shops all over town stay open late to go gift shopping. Stanwood is a place for those who appreciate the quiet convenience of small town life, without sacrificing the real amenities and excitement of an urban lifestyle.