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Poulsbo, WA

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Enjoy the comfort of a small town with Scandinavian flair

Coastal Scenic Charming Quaint Picturesque Walkable Eclectic Active Welcoming Laidback

Situated on the Kitsap Peninsula bordering Liberty Bay, Poulsbo is known as the Viking City for its extensive Norwegian heritage. Poulsbo’s historic downtown area, affectionately referred to as Little Norway, is brimming with cafes, galleries, museums, restaurants, and shops along Front Street in storefronts adorned with decorative Norwegian folk art. Names of shops and streets are inspired by Scandinavian culture, including the Nordic Maid and King Olaf Street.

Poulsbo’s warm community is brought together by the waterfront local, support for small businesses, and community events such as the annual Viking Fest, Poulsbo Arts Festival, and Summer Nights at the Bay Concert Series. Several parks, Liberty Bay, and the nearby Olympic Mountains provide opportunities for all kinds of outdoor recreation like mountain biking, kayaking, and fly fishing. Poulsbo has all the comforts of a small town with ferry access to Seattle, which is right across the Puget Sound.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Poulsbo, WA is $1,107 for a studio, $1,809 for one bedroom, $1,956 for two bedrooms, and $2,516 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Poulsbo has increased by 2.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,809/month
699 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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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

Poulsbo Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

448 Students

8
out of 10

Vinland Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

523 Students

6
out of 10

Hilder Pearson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

286 Students

6
out of 10

Breidablik Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

326 Students

Rating Unavailable

Chief Kitsap Academy

Public

Grades K-12

84 Students

Rating Unavailable

Poulsbo Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

685 Students

5
out of 10

Chief Kitsap Academy

Public

Grades K-12

84 Students

Rating Unavailable

North Kitsap High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,063 Students

7
out of 10

Chief Kitsap Academy

Public

Grades K-12

84 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Kitsap Memorial State Park
  • Bloedel Reserve
  • John H. Rudolph Planetarium
  • Ritchie Observatory
  • Battle Point Park

Airports

  • Seattle Paine Field International
  • Seattle-Tacoma International

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