Homes for Sale in Gig Harbor, WA

The city of Gig Harbor attracts many different kinds of residents with its gorgeous water views and small-town feel. Boat lovers can dock their vessels at the countless marinas along the waterfront and curious visitors can spot a rare white Orca's head popping out of the water.

• For both young families and retirees, Gig Harbor offers countless green spaces, nature walks and historical activities to enjoy on the weekends.
• Many couples and professionals move to Gig Harbor for its spacious waterfront properties, as well as its quaint downtown eateries and shops.

Location

Gig Harbor is located 44 miles south of downtown Seattle in Pierce County. The city sits on a bay of the same name in the Puget Sound. 

About the Homes For Sale in Gig Harbor, WA

Gig Harbor tends to have spacious homes on spacious properties. Many of these homes are rambler or ranch-style homes built between the 1970s and the early 2000s.

The city also has many, stately, waterfront properties with uninterrupted views of Puget Sound. 

Single Family Homes in Gig Harbor, WA

• 179 homes are currently listed for sale in Gig Harbor WA.
• 764 single family homes sold and closed in the last 12 months.
• Prices - $850,000 was the median closing price in the last 6 months.
• Sizes - 2,436 SQFT was the median home size.

Please see our Gig Harbor listings page for updates on a daily basis.

Condos and Condo Buildings

There are various condo buildings and condo complexes throughout Gig Harbor. Dolphins Ranch Condo, Hunt Highlands Condo and McCormick Ridge Condo are among some of the most active condo associations in the area. 

Condos

• 5 condos are currently listed for sale in Gig Harbor WA.
• In the last year, there were 37 condos sold and closed.

Please see Gig Harbor condos for more information on condos and complexes in Gig Harbor.

New Home Construction in Gig Harbor

Many of Gig Harbor's newest homes are clustered in newly built communities and neighborhoods. Some popular and active new home neighborhoods in Gig Harbor include: Harbor Hill, Heritage and North Creek Estates. 

The majority of new home communities are located inland, with convenient access to State Route 16. 

New Construction Single Family Homes

• 28 new homes are currently listed for sale in Gig Harbor WA.
• 29 new single family homes sold and closed in the last 12 months.
• Prices - $1,044,950 was the median closing price in the last 6 months.
• Sizes - 3,032 SQFT was the median home size.

Please see our Gig Harbor new homes page for updates on a daily basis.

Schools in Gig Harbor, WA

Gig Harbor is served by the Peninsula School District.

Local elementary schools in Gig Harbor include:

• Discovery Elementary
• Minter Creek Elementary 
• Artondale Elementary

Gig Harbor middle schools include:

• Harbor Ridge Middle School
• Harbor Pointe Middle School
• Goodman Middle School
• Kopachuck Middle School

Gig Harbor's two public high schools are:

• Peninsula High School
• Gig Harbor High School

In addition to the many public schools in Gig Harbor, there are also a handful of private schools to choose from. These include:

• Lighthouse Christian School (K–8)
• Gig Harbor Academy (Pre-K–5)
• Harbor Christian Schools (6–12)

Activities, Parks & Recreation

Skansie Brothers Park and Netshed is a popular waterfront park and greenspace that hosts many Gig Harbor events throughout the year. For instance, between June and September the Skansie Brothers Park is home to the Waterfront Farmer's Market.

Another great way to spend an afternoon in the city is to take a guided boat tour of the Harbor. Many companies offer 1 to 2 hour tours around Gig Harbor. One highlight of these tours is sailing under the Tacoma Narrows Suspension Bridge. 

The Harbor History Museum is maritime museum in the city which offers a glimpse into the history of maritime practices in the area. Among the museum's historic artifacts is the restored, 20th century classroom of Midway Schoolhouse. Many local Gig Harbor schools often visit the museum on field trips and participate in a mock lesson in the classroom. 

Shopping & Restaurants

Some of the most popular restaurants in Gig Harbor include:

• Green House Restaurant (Seafood)
• Devoted Kiss Cafe
• Il Lucano (Italian)
• Moctezuma's Mexican Restaurant

Besides delicious restaurants, Gig Harbor also offers many popular shopping experiences at malls like:

• Uptown Gig Harbor
• Olympic Towne Center
• Olympic Village

Getting Around Gig Harbor, WA

Highway 16 runs north and south through Gig Harbor. The Tacoma Narrows Bridge, part of Highway 16, also provides quick and easy access to Tacoma.

For those without a car, bus route 100 takes passengers from North Gig Harbor to Tacoma via Highway 16.

Common Commute Times (by car)

• Tacoma - 18 mins
• Federal Way - 29 mins
• Downtown Seattle - 46 mins
• Renton - 41 mins
• Downtown Bellevue - 48 mins

Gig Harbor, WA Real Estate Agent

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Shane Blondin

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