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In August of 1889, a disastrous fire destroyed 32 city blocks in downtown Spokane. From the ashes rose opportunity for a young architect to make a name for himself. Kirtland Cutter seized the moment and won contracts to design many new buildings. Near the turn of the century, he was hired to design luxurious homes for Spokane’s wealthy businessmen. Among Cutter’s mansions are the Campbell House which is now part of the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, and the Glover House which is still used for events. Throughout his career, Cutter became a leading architect in the city, the state and beyond. Spokane is said to have more of his work than anywhere in the world, and his designs can still be seen in some of the early 20th century homes dotting our neighborhoods today.

No matter what your housing requirements, you can find the perfect home in the Spokane area. Water view? Check. Maintenance-free senior bungalow? Got ‘em. Family-friendly neighborhood? Plenty of those. Historic fix-er-upper? You bet. Downtown condo? Those, too. Our neighborhoods range from hip to historic to artsy to family-filled.

Downtown
Location: Spokane’s downtown area hugs both sides of the Spokane River

You’ll find urban living at its best with new lofts and condominiums, many in historic brick buildings, scattered throughout downtown Spokane. Theaters, restaurants, galleries, wineries, movie houses, parks and a host of shops are within walking distance. A skywalk system connects many office buildings and stores, so rain or shine, getting around is climate controlled. Iconic Riverfront Park, split down the middle by the Spokane River, is within walking distance.

On the north bank of the Spokane River, Kendall Yards, downtown’s newest residential development, offers a wide range of resource and energy efficient home choices and easy access to the Centennial Trail.

Browne’s Addition
Location: West of Maple Street between Third Avenue and the Spokane River

Browne’s Addition is Spokane’s oldest residential neighborhood and features a mix of historic mansions and restored and modern apartments and condominiums, all just a short walk to downtown. It is also home to the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, Campbell House and several neighborhood eateries all within eyesight of each other. Each June, ArtFest, one of the city’s favorite community celebrations, is held in Coeur d’Alene Park in the heart of the neighborhood.

The South Hill – Browne’s Mountain
Location: South of downtown between U.S. 195 and Browne Mountain

The South Hill is an oasis of green from spring through the first cold snap, turning golden in the fall and snowy white in winter. Homes cover the gamut of architectural styles reflecting the city’s growth through the decades and the styles of the times. Mansions line some streets while more modest bungalows anchor others. Families gather to feed the ducks, sled the hills, wander the gardens and picnic under the trees in Manito, Cannon Hill, Comstock, Cliff, Liberty, Lincoln, Underhill and Grant parks. A variety of restaurants, coffee shops and services are all nearby.

Upper South Hill
Location: South of 29th Avenue

The homes are newer and the shopping and dining include big box stores and chain restaurants, but this neighborhood is far from soulless. Families love its convenience to downtown, quiet streets and abundance of locally-owned shops and restaurants.

South Perry
Location: South of downtown surrounding Perry Street

A lively little hive of unique shops and eateries, urban rehab has taken hold in this fun neighborhood. There’s a brewery with a recycled barn wood exterior and industrial-themed interior, an herbal and natural food store with a windmill facade, a coffee shop in a converted auto garage and a pizza place in another, a trendy women’s athletic store, a yoga studio, a bike shop, wine bar and restaurants galore. A farmer’s market and annual street fair keep things humming in spring, summer and fall.

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East Central
Location: East of downtown between Perry Street and Park Road

Another of Spokane’s original neighborhoods, East Central has more than 600 historic homes, four parks and 1,300 businesses. Originally settled by Scandinavian immigrants, East Central today is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the county.

The North Side
Location: North of Broadway Avenue and beyond

With Riverside State Park and Mount Spokane State Park nearby, the North Side features single-family dwellings for all income levels, apartment communities and retirement villages, in addition to business parks, major shopping centers and an abundance of restaurants and pubs. The French Renaissance style Spokane County Courthouse cuts a unique skyline, historic homes on Summit Boulevard overlook the Spokane River, and Gonzaga University sits on its banks. The Garland District is an eclectic blend of businesses, including art galleries and boutiques, and is home to Spokane’s longest operating, independently-owned movie house. Whitworth University, the Spokane Country Club, golf courses, small family farms at Green Bluff and the communities of Mead and Deer Park are to the north.

Spokane Valley
Location: East of Spokane to Liberty Lake

Once prime farmland, Spokane Valley is a mix of suburban neighborhoods, retail centers, and commercial and industrial complexes with a delightful number of parks, green spaces and the beautiful Spokane River an easy five to ten minute drive away.

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Liberty Lake
Location: East of Spokane to the Idaho State Line

Liberty Lake grew in all the right ways from a lakeside settlement to a beautifully planned assortment of neighborhoods, parks and clusters of shopping/dining areas. Several high tech companies are headquartered here, but their low-profile, tree-studded campuses help them blend into the fabric of Liberty Lake.

Cheney
Location: 17 miles southwest of Spokane

Cheney is home to Eastern Washington University, Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, two districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places and an annual PRCA-sanctioned rodeo.

West Plains & Airway Heights
Location: 10 minutes southwest of Spokane

Home to Fairchild Air Force Base, Spokane County’s largest employer, and the Spokane International Airport, this area features affordable apartments and single-family homes, a growing retail and manufacturing community and Northern Quest Resort & Casino.

North Idaho
Location: 30 minutes east of downtown Spokane

Best known as a resort town, Coeur d’Alene is also home to quaint neighborhoods and 25-mile long Lake Coeur d’Alene. The Education Corridor, a partnership between the city, North Idaho College, University of Idaho and Lewis-Clark State College is located minutes from downtown Coeur d’Alene. Neighboring Post Falls and Hayden are residential and commercial centers. Renowned for their beauty and outdoor recreation, Priest Lake and Lake Pend Oreille are easy 40-75 minute drives north of Coeur d’Alene.

For a great beach getaway, here are some great Carolina / Outer Banks / OBX vacation rental property managers you’ll want to use when booking your next family trip: Village Realty, Ocracoke Island Realty, Carolina Beach Realty, Beach Retreats by Village Realty

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801 West Riverside Avenue, Suite 100, Spokane, WA 99201

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