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Where Buyers Are Moving: The 5 Hottest School Zones in SW Washington

Sunday, February 1, 2026   /   by Nate Brantley

Where Buyers Are Moving: The 5 Hottest School Zones in SW Washington

Market Intelligence

Top 5 Neighborhoods
By Sales Volume

January 2026 Analysis

Zip codes are too broad. To understand where the buyer demand is concentrating, we analyze the market by Elementary School Boundaries.

#5. Pleasant Valley

Vancouver
Volume
41
Sales
Avg Price
$719k
Move-Up Range
Year Built
2015
Modern Stock

The "New North" Vancouver. Often overlooked in favor of Ridgefield, the Pleasant Valley boundary has quietly become a powerhouse. It offers newer subdivisions with slightly larger lots than you find further south.

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#4. Union Ridge

Ridgefield
Volume
43
Sales
Avg Price
$776k
Core Market
Year Built
2018
Established New

The Heart of Ridgefield. Union Ridge encompasses the historic downtown and waterfront. Buyers here look for that "Main Street" lifestyle combined with modern home amenities.

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#3. Lacamas Lake

Camas
Volume
47
Sales
Avg Price
$1.02M
Luxury Leader
Year Built
2022
Newest Stock

The Luxury Leader. The only area on our list averaging over $1 million. This is where you find the region's most modern, high-tech, and view-oriented estates.

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#2. Illahee

East Vancouver
Volume
50
Sales
Avg Price
$713k
Fisher's Landing
Year Built
2019
Infill Growth

The Connected Suburb. Situated perfectly between the Fisher's Landing amenities and the 192nd Avenue corridor, Illahee offers a stable, high-value suburban environment.

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#1. South Ridge

Ridgefield
Volume
68
Market Leader
Avg Price
$887k
High Demand
Year Built
2018
New Growth

The Undisputed Champion. This area is the epicenter of Southwest Washington's population boom. It attracts buyers who want modern floor plans, community amenities, and "new town" energy.

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We don't just sell homes; we analyze the market. If you are considering buying or selling in one of these top zones, make sure you have the latest data on your side.

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2005 SE 192nd Ave Ste 200
Camas, WA 98607
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