


City Guide
Chelan, WA
Overview
Chelan, WA, is well known for its lake, apples, and wineries. Chelan has 4,255 people, one of many smaller cities in WA. For those looking to leave the city behind in favor of small-town charm, you'll find plenty of it living in Chelan. An interesting fact is that the city has one of the deepest lakes in the United States. Something else to note about the city is that Chelan Valley produces Lake Chelan apples which are known for their long shelf life.
What’s it like to live in Chelan, WA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Chelan, WA you'll find that the median sale price is
$549,000
and homes stay on the market for 137 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Chelan are $505,000
and $549,000
, respectively. Chelan area townhouses have a median sale price of $550,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Chelan, WAExplore our Chelan housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Chelan home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Chelan, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular homes for sale in Chelan
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See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsChelan Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 40% of Chelan homebuyers searched to move out of Chelan, while 60% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 0.21% of homebuyers searched to move into Chelan from outside metros.
- Seattle homebuyers searched to move into Chelan more than any other metro followed by Houston and Portland.
Where are people moving to Chelan from?
- 60% of Chelan homebuyers searched to stay within the Chelan metropolitan area.
Where are people from Chelan moving to?
Number of People Moving to Chelan
least
most
People are moving to Chelan from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
1 | 2,033 | ||
2 | 47 | ||
3 | 36 | ||
4 | 18 | ||
5 | 13 | ||
6 | 10 | ||
7 | 7 | ||
8 | 5 | ||
9 | 4 | ||
10 | 3 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Chelan, WA ?
Chelan, WA, is home to many fun activities like watching the sunset at one of its many parks or enjoying a bite to eat at fan-favorite restaurants. Home to countless museums, make sure to check out Chelan Museum and Miller's Lake Chelan Auto Museum. You can also find a unique arts and culture scene, ranging from performing arts venues like Theater Under the Stars and local galleries like Main Street Gallery. The city is also known for its parks and green spaces like Chelan Riverwalk Park, Lake Chelan State Park, and Lakeshore Park, to name a few. Lake Chelan Restaurant, Panda Chinese Restaurant, and Deepwater Brewing Pub & Restaurant are some of the numerous delicious restaurants to check out while in the city.
Explore some of the best things to do in Chelan
What's the best way to get around Chelan, WA ?
Chelan Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There is 1 car rental location. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.
Airports
Chelan has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.