Relocate to Lake Chelan

The Lake Chelan Valley is a great place to visit, but an even greater place to call home. Locals love Lake Chelan because it’s a great place to raise a family, run a business and be part of a tightly knit community in a unique setting. Residents have a laid back attitude that reﬂects the unpretentious sophistication the Northwest is known for.

Climate

Chelan’s arid climate and lack of rainfall make it a popular year-round destination among outdoor enthusiasts. The valley experiences over 300 days of sunshine annually and has four distinct seasons. Despite the area’s desert climate, agriculture abounds thanks to irrigation from the lake as well as the Columbia River.

ANNUAL PRECIPITATION
Chelan & Manson: 12 in.
Stehekin/Upper Valley: 35 in.

ANNUAL SNOWFALL:
39 in.

AVERAGE LAKE TEMPERATURE:
65-70 degrees year round

Wineries

With over 200 acres of wine grapes and over 30 wineries, the Lake Chelan Valley is the ultimate wine-lovers vacation destination. The Lake Chelan Valley’s young and lively wine scene is attracting attention from winemakers, grape growers and wine enthusiasts from throughout the region. Lake Chelan was named Washington state’s 11th American Viticultural Area (AVA) in 2009.

Agriculture

The shores of Lake Chelan are recognized for their world famous apples. Lake Chelan apples are known for their excellent taste, long shelf life and superior color. Between 9,000 and 10,000 acres of the Lake Chelan Valley are devoted to growing apples and other fruits. Although apples are the largest crop in the valley, cherries, pears, apricots, peaches and wine grapes are also produced.

Tourism

Lake Chelan is fortunate to be a major destination resort in Washington State. The valley plays host to over 2 million visitors a year, creating a total economic impact of over $417 million. The tourism industry employs over 5,000 people in Chelan county and is Lake Chelan’s second largest industry cluster, second only to our world-renowned agricultural industry.

Schools

LAKE CHELAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Lake Chelan School District enrolls approximately 1303 students in 6 different schools; Chelan High School, Chelan Middle School, Chelan School of Innovation, Morgen Owings Elementary, Chelan Preschool, and Holden Village Community School. District wide on time graduation rate is 76%. On time Chelan High School graduation rate is 96%.

Classroom Teachers:
91

Average Years of Teaching Experience:
14.3

MANSON SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Manson School District enrolls approximately 648 students in 3 schools: Manson Elementary and Manson Junior Senior High School. On-time graduation rate is 93%.

Classroom Teachers:
48

Average Years of Teaching Experience:
13.3

LAKE CHELAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
303 E. Johnson Ave
Chelan, WA 98816
509.682.3515

MANSON SCHOOL DISTRICT
135 S. Hill Street
Manson, WA 98831
509.687.3140

Hospitals & Health Care

Lake Chelan has more than 200 professionally trained healthcare providers, offering a full range of medical services. There are two medical clinics and a community hospital. (Lake Chelan Health Hospital)

Lake Chelan Health’s hospital was founded in 1948 and is a licensed 25-bed Critical Access Hospital. They offer a 24-hour emergency room, surgical center and inpatient services, as well as a supporting Specialty Care clinic in downtown Chelan and Express Care clinic offering after hours and weekend walk-in care.

COLUMBIA VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH
509.682.6000
105 S. Apple Blossom Dr.
Chelan, WA 98816
CVCH.org

EXPRESS CARE/SPECIALTY CARE
509.682.8511
219 E Johnson Ave Chelan, WA 98816
LakeChelanHealth.org

LAKE CHELAN HEALTH
509.682.3300
503 E Highland Ave
Chelan, WA 98816
LakeChelanHealth.org

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Coldwell Banker Lake Chelan Properties

Coldwell Banker Lake Chelan Properties is a full service real estate company that has been serving clients in Central Washington for nearly 40 years. The firm has been ranked as the #1 residential real estate firm by sales among all members of the Northwest MLS in Central Washington since 2014. With three offices to serve you in Chelan, East Wenatchee, and Winthrop, Coldwell Banker Lake Chelan Properties is your perfect partner for waterfront property, community waterfront, acreage, farms, ranches, condominiums, building lots, new developments, timeshares, commercial real estate, long-term rentals, and property management.

(509) 682-7777

101 E Woodin Avenue, Chelan WA 98816

http://www.cbchelan.com

adam@cbchelan.com

The Lookout at Lake Chelan

The Lookout is a thoughtfully planned lakeside village located on the sun-drenched shores of Lake Chelan. Enjoy beautifully appointed vacation homes with a wide variety of resort amenities and activities right outside your door, in a community that's only steps from downtown Chelan. Join us at our unique community featuring a 70-slip marina, sandy beach cove, two pools (one open year-round), hot tubs, pickleball, bocce and basketball courts, trails, parks, playgrounds, and more.

1 (855) 557-6714

101 Jackrabbit Lane, Chelan WA 98816

https://www.chelanlookoutrentals.com/

Inquiry@ChelanLookout.com

Apex Building Services

The Pinnacle of Remodeling. Apex Building Services focuses on client satisfaction and that has helped us grow steadily in the building and remodeling industry for over 20 years. We specialize in residential renovation and remodels, room additions, outdoor kitchens and decks, as well as kitchen and bath remodels. We can also build your custom home to your specification. Keeping it Local: Apex Building Services is located on the shores of Lake Chelan, WA. We do our best to keep our business local by using specialty trades, suppliers, and craftsmen from right here in our valley. By doing so we get the best service and pricing that we can negotiate on your behalf. When you work with us you are also working with your community right here in the Chelan Valley. Whether this is your primary residence, a second home, or a rental, your renovations or custom home will be our priority.

(509) 630-0829

PO Box 1374 Chelan, WA 98816

http://apexbuildingservices.net/

info@apexbuildingservices.net

Arturo Zavala Windermere Real Estate

My name is Arturo Zavala. I am absolutely humbled to work for Windermere Real Estate, which is one of the leading firms in the Pacific Northwest and known for exceptional service and the highest level of integrity. I am a bilingual speaking native, born and raised in the Lake Chelan Valley. My parents were introduced to the valley through the seasonal agricultural opportunities that Chelan had to offer. Once my parents decided they were ready to raise a family, they knew that Chelan?s natural beauty and small town, family oriented feel would be the perfect place to raise a close-knit family. We have been here ever since. After graduating from Chelan High, I received my bachelor?s degree from the University of Washington, with a Major in Latin American studies and a Minor in Spanish and Diversity. Shortly after graduating, I moved to Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico for a paid internship where I spent a year as an Assistant Director of a Spanish language school for foreigners called, El Instituto Cultural Oaxaca. My experience abroad taught me how to multi-manage office relations and marketing logistics for the school and student affairs. I was a key ambassador of the school in helping new and current students get acclimated with the campus, courses offered and the landscape of the city. Lastly, collaborating with the Director of the school in establishing contracts tailored to specific universities and their programs of interest. In addition, I have spent 8 years in different micro-fields of the service industry. Whether it has been working for my dad?s business, Art?s Edges to Hedges landscaping, at restaurants, banks or even the Mariners, it is the interactions I have received from all of these experiences and the importance of helping and serving people that has truly fulfilled me. I know that my collective service experience, community involvement, native knowledge of the valley and our team of Windermere experts will allow me to help you find your dream home. So, whether you are looking for the perfect home, building lot, dream waterfront home or selling your home at the best market price I would be honored in helping you fulfill your desires. Begin your real estate journey with me. Let's do this!

(509) 630-6365

115 East Woodin Avenue, Chelan WA 98816

http://www.arturojzavala.com

arturozavala@windermere.com

Caliber Home Loans

We offer residential mortgages to include VA, USDA, Conventional, FHA, Jumbo and Portfolio lending. Our local office is located in the lower level of the Chamber of Commerce building so we may provide a local presence for both Chelan Valley clients as well as those from outside the area.

(509) 630-7437

216 E Woodin Ave Suite 4, Chelan WA 98816

http://www.caliberhomeloans.com/scalicoat

sandy.calicoat@caliberhomeloans.com

Cascade Custom Homes and Design, Inc.

Cascade Custom Homes is a residential custom home builder as well as light commercial general contractor. We provide onsite feasibility services for realtors as well as buyers to help them make educated buying decisions. We also specialize in historic preservations and have a designer on staff but welcome architect drawings as well.

(360) 675-0491

35 NW Birch Street Coupeville WA 98239

https://www.cascadecustomhomes.com/

jay@cascadecustomhomes.com

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