197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area
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The quick answer
197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area is a neighborhood, part of Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $265,000.
Median $265K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 4.7/10
The local MLS listings keep mentioning something you don't hear everywhere: acreage with woods, water views, and enough space to actually breathe. Homes out here sit on multi-acre parcels with creek access, detached garages the size of small homes, and the kind of yard where a motocross track or circular drive doesn't raise an eyebrow. You're looking at ranch-style homes with main-floor laundry and finished basements—practical layouts that assume you're staying put for a while, not just passing through.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Rogers Dam Pond — 1.6 mi
- White Pine Trail: 6 min drive
- Rogers Dam Pond Public Access: 7 min drive
$265K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Rogers Dam Pond Public Access
2.3 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Rogers Dam Pond
1.6 mi
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 6/10
School District: Morley Stanwood Community Schools
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Living in 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area: the details
Is 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area a good place to live?
197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area suits buyers looking for green space nearby — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Morley Stanwood Community Schools. The going price is around $265,000.
What does it cost to live in 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area?
The median home value in 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area is about $265,000.
Frequently asked about 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area
- What do homes cost in 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area?
- The median home value in 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area is about $265,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area?
- 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area is served by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Morley Stanwood High School (6/10).
- Is 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area walkable?
- 197th Ave & 8 Mile Rd Area scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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