Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley WA — neighborhood review

Spokane Valley, WA

Spokane Valley · Spokane County · WA 99206

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$404K

Median Price

69/100

Walk Score

8.4/10

Schools

20 min

to Spokane downtown

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
84/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B+Commute
85/100
C+Walkability
69/100
WYLT Score73/100

Our Take

Spokane Valley offers decent schools and a family‑friendly environment, but it’s very car‑dependent with low walkability and limited nightlife. The cost of living is modest compared to the Seattle metro, but public transit and biking options are scarce.

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The Good

  • Strong public school options
  • Low median home price relative to region
  • Family‑friendly community
  • Reasonable commute to downtown Spokane

Real Talk

  • !Very low walkability – you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Public transit is limited and not always reliable
  • !Nightlife and dining options are modest, especially for younger families
  • !Crime is moderate, with occasional property theft incidents
  • $Higher heating costs in winter due to cold climate
  • $Property taxes are moderate but can be a surprise for new homeowners
  • $Older homes may require more maintenance and repairs

Best For

Families with childrenRemote workers needing a quiet environmentPeople seeking lower cost of living near SpokaneRetirees looking for suburban life

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Spokane Valley, WA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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