Auburn Real Estate
History
The town of Auburn owes its name to a group of settlers from Auburn, NY in 1893. This community is one of the oldest in the state of Washington. Its unique architecture, combined with historic preservation efforts, has retained the look and feel of a town from Washington's past and providing a gathering place for numerous events.
Description
The city is a suburb of both Seattle and Tacoma, with Auburn property providing a convenient location to commute into either city. Auburn is near the Muckleshoot Indian Reservation and home to the Muckleshoot Indian Casino.
Residents
As of the year 2000, there were 40,314 residents in Auburn and the median, household income at $43,100. Many Auburn homeowners and renters are raising young families and enjoy living near Seattle without having to deal with the frustrations of living in a large metropolis.
Housing
Auburn, WA real estate offers a mixture of new and older homes, providing something for everyone. Auburn real estate agents sell many homes in this area to families and residents looking for a slower pace of life from the hustle-and-bustle of Bellevue, Seattle and Tacoma.
Activities
Auburn has an array of activities, including parks, campgrounds, hiking trails, performing arts, athletics and the Auburn Golf Course. Auburn hosts the third largest Veteran's Day Parade west of the Mississippi River. Emerald Downs horse track also offers premier horse racing, while the Pacific Raceway drag strip offers racing of a different horsepower. |
