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Gig Harbor, WA

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The perfect location on Puget Sound

Commuter Schools Outdoors Waterfront

Gig Harbor is a small Puget Sound city that has masterfully managed the transition from manufacturing hub to residential community. As a popular destination for regional tourism, Gig Harbor has no shortage of restaurants, breweries, performance venues, and community events to keep residents busy—the waterfront area in particular is a prime spot for fine dining. On a good day, Tacoma is just a five-minute drive across the Narrows Bridge, and Seattle is just an hour’s drive north from there. The stunningly gorgeous forests and mountains of the Olympic Peninsula are easily accessible for weekend excursions as well.

Explore the City

Gig Harbor is a nature lover's paradise.

Metropolitan Market is a popular Gig Harbor choice for grocery shopping.

The Bogue Viewing Platform in Gig Harbor, WA is a popular amongst locals.

Among waterfront restaurants there are also inland options for food in this area.

A bench at Skansie Bros Park overlooking the marina.

A statute of an old fishing boat sits at the Maritime Pier in Gig Harbor, WA.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Gig Harbor, WA is $1,743 for one bedroom, $2,009 for two bedrooms, and $2,670 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gig Harbor has increased by 5.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,743/month
728 Sq Ft
House
$3,134/month
1,631 Sq Ft
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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

35

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Purdy Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

484 Students

8
out of 10

Harbor Heights Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

433 Students

8
out of 10

Voyager Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

457 Students

7
out of 10

Artondale Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

402 Students

7
out of 10

Discovery Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

316 Students

7
out of 10

Kopachuck Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

462 Students

8
out of 10

Goodman Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

459 Students

7
out of 10

Harbor Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

596 Students

5
out of 10

Peninsula High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,372 Students

8
out of 10

Gig Harbor High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,435 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Harbor History Museum
  • Sunrise Beach
  • Crescent Lake Park
  • Kopachuck State Park
  • Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Airports

  • Seattle-Tacoma International

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