Sedro is actually named after the Spanish cedar wood, called cedro.
Sedro-Woolley is a city situated in Skagit County, Washington
Sedro is actually named after the Spanish cedar wood, called cedro.
Sedro-Woolley is a city situated in Skagit County, Washington. This cozy, woodsy town contains a small population of about 10,540. The residents here are relatively young with a median age of 35.2. This city is situated between Vancouver and Seattle, which both make great weekend trips when you're looking for a little city adventure.
When moving to Sedro-Woolley, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, the mayor and seven council members have recently devoted $40 million to support growth. This is great news for new residents, as you can expect new residential buildings as well as restaurants and cultural spots top start blossoming.
When looking for housing, you'll want to bring all the regular forms and paperwork - a proof of employment, a driver's license or passport, and a check in case you'd like to submit a deposit on site. The housing available here depends on which type of neighborhood you are in. However, 2 and 3 bedroom family housing is not a problem. Renting is possible, too, and affordable depending again on which neighborhood you want to live in.
As you might expect, living in Washington requires two very important items in your wardrobe: rain boots and an umbrella. While the weather can be wet, it certainly isn't a damper on the plethora of outdoor activities waiting to be taken advantage of on the sunny days. Summer temperatures can be mild to warm (the record high being 96 degrees fahrenheit) in '91, and winter's can sometimes see snow (the record low being 11 degrees fahrenheit in '89).
Sedro-Woolley offers a number of neighborhoods, most notably:
Clear Lake: This neighborhood is safe from crime and is often described as quiet and peaceful by those who reside here. The vacancy rate of property here is 12%. This could mean that it is seasonally occupied. The average time spent commuting is between a short 15 and 30 minutes. Owning a car is advisable, though, and makes weekend trips to Seattle or the coast a breeze. For short day trips to a body of water, clear lake offers just what the name suggests - a small lake in the middle of this area of town. It's open to fishing year-round, where you'll be able to hook jumbo trout amongst others.
Lyman/Hamilton: With cheaper rents and housing, this rural neighborhood is small, containing one post office and access to the river. Owning a car here would be paramount to getting to work. Approximately 30% of the population works in the manufacturing business, but plenty other options abound. Assistant, tech support and clerical jobs are second. There are management and executive professionals too. 19% of residents are in service and sales jobs. Commuting to work for the average resident can turn out to be a bit of a hike, usually between 30 to 45 minutes, but the good news is that real hikes aren't too far away for outdoorsy weekend adventures.
Cokedale/Hoogdal: Real estate prices here are higher than everywhere else and so are the rental prices. Most houses are owner-occupied houses are the majority here. A train, bus or bike can be used to cover the 15 to 30-minute average commuting distance to work. Car sharing can work well in this neighborhood, too. In fact, 11% of the population already carpools - so pile in, save some money on gas, and enjoy the company!
Route 9/Cove Road: The rental prices here are average compared to other neighborhoods. The demand for housing is increasing and may lead to price increases later on, though, so if you find a place you just love it may be in your best interest to settle on it quickly. Most households here, on average, own more cars than the U.S. national average (of four cars); this is no surprise since it's located next to Route 9 which grants access to major destinations north and south of the town.
Sedro-Woolley is a cozy town that offers care and assistance to those in need. There is a rehabilitation center known as the Pioneer Center in the north of Sedro-Woolley which offers respite to drug addicts. Therapists, counselors and private practitioners have set up office here to serve the population's health needs, both physical and mental.
When renovating your home, you'll be happy to know that there are special services that pick up your refrigerators, household furnishings, stoves and sofas for you (though at a charge). The recycling of computer monitors and televisions is, however, provided for free.
A public library is available for reading enthusiasts. It's renowned in the town for both it's wide selection of insightful literature, as well as for it's long-standing history - it has been around since the 1900s, and was established very shortly after the town was officially incorporated. Let your inner book worm loose and dive in to all that the town's public library has to offer.
If you have four legged friends of a furry nature, Sedro-Woolley Bark Park is the place to be. Here, you can let your dog off the leash and allow them to run, fetch, bark and roll with reckless abandon. Well, almost. There are some rules for dog parks, like requiring rabies vaccinations, but they're all created with the intent to make sure all dogs can play in a safe and healthy environment.
If you don't have a furry friend but want some outdoor exercise yourself, you're in good hands. The city puts on a "Trek for Treasure", which consists of an organized set of about 6 pre-planned hikes. At the end of each hike, participants will find a treasure chest with a riddle. Solve the riddles, complete the hikes, and get some good 1 on 1 time with mother nature in the process.
All this talk about exercise will make one hungry! After a long day of adventuring, make a stop at the Mestizo Mexican Family Restaurant located just off Route 9. The chips and salsa will surely tide you over (or even fill you up) as your fresh-off-the-grill meal is prepared. For breakfast, Joys' Sedro Woolley bakery can't be missed.
