Living a Biking Lifestyle in Anacortes, Washington

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Where to Retire in Anacortes and Home Prices

There is at least one active adult community in the Anacortes area (see link at top). The median home value in mid-2022 was $759,779 (Zillow).  There are also condominiums available. Some homes have views of Padilla Bay or Fidalgo Bay, and homes on the water or with expansive views will be more expensive.

What Is Special about Anacortes

Being an old fishing town on an island in Puget is a great place to start. Its public park system and access to the water and outdoor recreation make it quite special. The downtown is fun, and the Majestic Inn is a local landmark.

What Is Not Special about Anacortes

Living on an island can be difficult.  The cost of living is above average.

Climate and Physical Environment

Anacortes is on Fidalgo Island on Puget Sound, about 70 miles from Seattle. The average July high is 72 and the average January low is 35. November is the wettest month.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

Anacortes has exhibits, festivals and galleries as part of its active arts scene. The Anacortes Community Theater provides a regular schedule. Its Arts Festival attracts 100,000 people every year. Some of the other festivals include Shipwreck Days and the Waterfront Festival. There are plenty of coffee shops and nice restaurants thanks to its busy tourist presence.

Crime

The crime rate is about half the national average.

Medical Facilities

Island Hospital receives excellent marks as the local hospital.

Transportation

Although Anacortes is technically on an island, it is connected to the mainland by bridge. There is a local airport with air taxi service.

Valuable Links

Anacortes Chamber of Commerce.

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