Portland metro, OR–WA relocation guide
Moving to Hazel Dell, WA
About Hazel Dell
Hazel Dell (pop. 23,569 in the 2020 Census) is a census-designated place immediately north of Vancouver, formed from the merger of the old Hazel Dell North and Hazel Dell South CDPs. It's one of the metro's most practical, affordable suburbs: the Highway 99 commercial corridor runs through it with grocery, dining, and services; I-5 access is immediate; and it's minutes from downtown Vancouver and Vancouver Lake. A renter-heavy mix keeps prices among the lowest in the Portland-Vancouver metro.
Home prices in Hazel Dell
The median listing price in Hazel Dell is $494,900.
Top places in Hazel Dell
- Highway 99 commercial corridor — the community's main retail and dining strip.
- Vancouver Lake Regional Park (nearby, west) — sailing, paddling, and sunset views.
- 99th Street Transit Center — the north-metro express hub.
- Proximity to downtown Vancouver — Esther Short Park and the waterfront minutes south.
- Leverich Park — forested trails and picnic areas nearby.
- Affordable housing stock — starter homes and condos near the corridor.
Commuting from Hazel Dell
- Typical drive to downtown Portland: ~15–20 minutes off-peak (estimate; longer at peak). Route: I-5 south across the Interstate Bridge — one of the shortest commutes in the study area.
- C-TRAN: the 99th Street park-and-ride sits at Hazel Dell's edge — weekday peak express buses direct to downtown Portland, with connections to TriMet MAX (per WSDOT transit development plan, read September 24, 2026).
Schools in Hazel Dell
Public schools: Vancouver School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Hazel Dell FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Hazel Dell, WA?
The median listing price in Hazel Dell is $494,900. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Hazel Dell, WA?
Typical drive to downtown Portland: ~15–20 minutes off-peak (estimate; longer at peak). Route: I-5 south across the Interstate Bridge — one of the shortest commutes in the study area. - Which school district serves Hazel Dell, WA?
Hazel Dell is served by Vancouver School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.