the low crime rate, a lower cost of living
than Portland as well as easy access to the
Columbia River. One of the access points
it via Waterfront Park and the Waterfront Renaissance Trail, a 5-mile walking,
jogging, cycling, or rollerblading trail with
gorgeous views of the Columbia River, the
two Interstate Bridges and Mt. Hood. The
City of Vancouver manages over 1,500
acres of parkland across 77 developed
parks, and over 20 miles of trails.
After a recent 15-year redevelopment of its
downtown area, Downtown Vancouver will
further be enhanced thanks to major revi-
talization projects happening over the years
ahead. The waterfront area will be devel-
oped to provide urban housing options,
Downtown Vancouver’s Esther Short Park
is host to a popular farmers market, with
over 250 vendors on a regular basis, April –
October. The farmers market is the biggest
visitor attraction in Southwest Washington,
and is the second largest farmers market in
the state. Just north of downtown Vancouver
is Uptown Village: a unique, vibrant retail
district that provides residents and visitors
with the flair of urban shopping, with small
town charm.
Vancouver has two school districts:
Vancouver Public Schools and Evergreen
School District. The Vancouver Public
Schools district covers most of West
Vancouver and has 8 high schools, 9 middle
schools, and 23 elementary schools. The
Evergreen School District covers most of
East Vancouver and has 7 high schools, 6
middle schools and 20 elementary schools.
Vancouver, Washington can sometimes
be confused with the Canadian city of
Vancouver, so residents in the Pacific
Northwest distinguish between the two
cities by referring to the Canadian city as
Photo by Team Hymas courtesy of Clark County
CONSIDER
CLARK COUNTY
No matter what stage of life you are in, Clark County, WA is a great place
to raise a family or retire. Just across the Columbia River from Portland,
Oregon, Clark County offers close proximity to coastal beaches, mountains and the Portland International Airport. Residents are drawn to the
area for its mild temperatures, quality schools, award-winning hospitals
and living-wage jobs. With no state income tax, easy access to outdoor
recreational activities, and excellent quality of life, SW Washington is one
of the top locations in the Pacific Northwest to live.
Before you buy or build a home in Clark County, it’s wise to examine
the market, ask yourself questions and think through your decisions
prior to making a final housing choice. For more information visit
www.thinkcampaign.com.
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