Spokane Valley, Washington is the eighth largest city in the state and was recently incorporated in 2003. Spokane Valley had tried to incorporate four times before, but it was always turned down. Finally with a population topping 80,000 the city was granted its incorporation.
History
Spokane Valley was basically populated due to the urban overflow of Spokane. The Modern Electric Water and Irrigation Company was established there at the turn of the century. Ditch irrigation was established by 1908 and this attracted immigrants and farmers to Spokane Valley. Apple orchards also began to pop up and the Valley became known for its apples. Then, after the second World War the population of Spokane Valley began increasing rapidly and it became more of an urban area with houses replacing one orchard after another.
The City of Spokane was a very separate from the Spokane Valley and the residents of each considered themselves from different places. Schools, businesses, and even a newspaper and airfield were springing up in Spokane Valley, yet the area remained unincorporated.
Location
Spokane Valley, Washington is located in the eastern part of the state. In fact, it is very close to the Idaho border! It is located west of Liberty Lake and east of Spokane. Spokane Valley, Washington also surrounds the city of Millwood on three different sides.
Spokane Valley WA Real Estate
Spokane Valley real estate was traditionally more affordable than in the bigger city of Spokane. As a result many retirees and young families moved to Spokane Valley, Washington to take advantage of this.
Today Spokane Valley real estate is increasing in price, yet it is still affordable when compared to other similar real estate in the state.
Activities
If you can’t find something to do in Spokane Valley, Washington it’s because you don’t want to! There are so many fun activities including the 75 different lakes within a short drive, four different ski resorts, hiking and biking trails, horseback riding, fishing, Spokane Indians baseball games, and much more.
Also, the weather is beautiful and all four seasons occur in Spokane Valley, so no matter what you like to do there is a season for it in Spokane Valley, Washington.
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