Ellensburg : Washington
Living a Small town Lifestyle in Ellensburg, Washington
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Where to Retire in Ellensburg and Home Prices
You can live in town, or in a development out of town. There is at least one active adult community in Ellensburg (see link at top left).
The median sale price of a home in Ellensburg was $414,776 in late 2021, according to Zillow.
What Is Special about Ellensburg
Ellensburg is special because it is a college town (Central Washington University), its famous timothy hay, and because of its rich heritage of buildings going back to the early 1900's. The Ellensburg Rodeo is a big event on the professional rodeo circuit.
What Is Not Special about Ellensburg
Real estate values are above average. The drive to Seattle is long. There are concerns about the state of the historic downtown district.
Climate and Physical Environment
Ellensburg is located in the center of the state, close to Yakima. It is in the Kittitas Valley, which is much drier than the rest of the state. Winter temperatures tend to be in the 20-40 range.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Ellensburg hosts the annual Jazz in the Valley music festival on the last weekend in July. The University has many cultural events as well as its Brooks Library.
Crime
The crime rate in Ellensburg is below the national average, as it has steadily declined in the past few years .
Medical Facilities
The Kittitas Valley Community Hospital serves the region.
Transportation
Bowers Field has air taxi operations.
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