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Spokane Valley, WA Community

70 discussions from residents and visitors

Sarah

Internet providers in Spokane Valley?

Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,247 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, s...

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Charlotte M.

Best restaurants in Spokane Valley?

So, Military spouse here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 105K people. Crime rate is something to consider -Spokane Valley sits at 308.0 per 100K. Homes are going for about $344,300 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for bett...

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Dennis L.

Best things about Spokane Valley that nobody talks about

As a 8-year resident, here are some things about Spokane Valley that don't make it into the guides: 1. There are amazing hiking trails 20 min from downtown 2. Community events happen almost every weekend 3. The local craft beer scene is legit Happy to answer questions.

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Violet Hall

Working remotely from Spokane Valley

Anyone else feel this way? I'm originally from Las Vegas and It's a a mid-size city city with about

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Patricia G.

Rent vs buy in Spokane Valley -what makes sense?

Random thought, Born and raised here. Median household income is $70,722, which feels about average for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Should I be concerned?

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Patricia G.

Best areas to explore in Spokane Valley?

Been meaning to ask this. It's a a mid-size city city with about 105K people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Worth the trade-offs? TIA!

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Everett Richardson

How much do you pay for rent in Spokane Valley?

So, I'm single, late 30s, and Household incomes average around $70,722 in Spokane Valley. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Would love some local perspective. Thanks! I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a v...

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Elizabeth S.

What I wish I knew before living in Spokane Valley

Hey folks, It's a a mid-size city city with about 105K people. You can expect to pay around $1,247 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property...

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Leonardo

Rent vs buy in Spokane Valley -what makes sense?

Hi all, I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $344,300 on average. With a population of 105K, Spokane Valley is a mid-size city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface...

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Jayden Ramirez

Spokane Valley quality of life -am I missing something?

Alright, Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $70,722 in Spokane Valley. It's a a mid-size city city with about 105K people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor...

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Leo J.

Weekend activities in Spokane Valley?

The median home value here is around $344,300, which seems about average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you...

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Jayden Ramirez

Anyone regret moving to Spokane Valley?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 105K people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Should I be concerned? The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of ...

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Noah P.

Relocating to Spokane Valley, WA -pros and cons?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 41-year-old electrician and Household incomes average around $70,722 in Spokane Valley. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Leah Lee

Co-working spaces in Spokane Valley?

Hey, Poverty rate is 9.3%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,247/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts.

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Naomi A.

Co-working spaces in Spokane Valley?

The median home value here is around $344,300, which seems about average. Median household income is $70,722, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Kelly S.

Life in Spokane Valley as a young professional

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Spokane Valley sits at 308.0 per 100K. Median household income is $70,722, which feels about average for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Would love some local perspective.

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Kennedy T.

Spokane Valley vs Sacramento -which is better?

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $70,722 in Spokane Valley. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families th...

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Declan Walker

Best kept secrets of Spokane Valley, WA

So, We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $70,722 in Spokane Valley. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Emily M.

Moving to Spokane Valley with kids -good idea?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a 31-year-old contractor and Poverty rate is 9.3%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots?

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Violet Hall

Is Spokane Valley getting better or worse?

So, I'm originally from Tampa and Homes are going for about $344,300 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,247 for rent here. Median household income is $70,722, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 105K, Spokane Valle...

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Leonardo

How is Spokane Valley for outdoor activities?

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $1,247 for rent here. Household incomes average around $70,722 in Spokane Valley. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks! It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Michael C.

The truth about Spokane Valley — honest review

Been a Spokane Valley resident for 5 years. Here's my honest take: Pros: - Strong job market - Good schools - Growing economy Cons: - Some areas are rundown - Job market is niche Overall I'd rate it 7/10. It's not perfect but I plan to stay long-term.

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Noah P.

Healthcare options in Spokane Valley?

Hello, It's a a mid-size city city with about 105K people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thanks for reading. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Jayden Ramirez

Best neighborhoods in Spokane Valley

Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider -Spokane Valley sits at 308.0 per 100K. Homes are going for about $344,300 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. TIA! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Michael C.

Rent in Spokane Valley getting crazy

Hi all, I'm a 44-year-old software engineer and Homes are going for about $344,300 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think?

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Elizabeth S.

How much do you pay for rent in Spokane Valley?

OK so I'm a college student here and Rent is about $1,247/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Spokane Valley sits at 308.0 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,247 for rent here. The median home value here is around $344,300, which seems about average. Night life is d...

13 replies 44 upvotes housing
Mason Scott

Best neighborhoods to rent in Spokane Valley?

Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are Household incomes average around $70,722 in Spokane Valley. The median home value here is around $344,300, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,247 for rent here. The suburbs are ...

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