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Moving to Vashon, WA
$982,500Median listing price
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About Vashon
Vashon (~11,055 residents, 2020 Census) is a census-designated place covering Vashon–Maury Island, the largest island in Puget Sound south of Admiralty Inlet, per its Wikipedia introduction. Realtor.com's median listing price was $982,500 (read September 2026). It is a rural-island community known for farms, artists, and a strong local culture.
Home prices in Vashon
The median listing price in Vashon is $982,500.
Top places in Vashon
- Point Robinson Park and its historic lighthouse.
- Vashon town center (shops, restaurants, farmers market).
- Maury Island Marine Park.
- Island farms and the Strawberry Festival tradition.
Commuting from Vashon
- Ferry from Vashon to Fauntleroy (West Seattle), then bus or drive downtown: total trip typically ~45–70 minutes (approximate; ferry schedule- and traffic-dependent).
- Transit: Washington State Ferries (Vashon–Fauntleroy route) plus King County Metro buses; no bridge — the ferry is the only public way off the island.
Vashon FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Vashon, WA?
The median listing price in Vashon is $982,500. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Vashon, WA?
Ferry from Vashon to Fauntleroy (West Seattle), then bus or drive downtown: total trip typically ~45–70 minutes (approximate; ferry schedule- and traffic-dependent).
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.