The true Historical area in Yakima has a "neighborhood members association" and that would be the Yakima Ave/Barge Homeowners Association. There are around 5 blocks that present a wonderful array of homes from 800SF up to 5000SF; From the Low $100K up to $700K. There is also a dead end street called "linden way" that presents 20 "turn of the century" homes in very good condition on a wonderful tree lined street. Lower Yakima Ave around 16th Ave and Linden Way present the closest location to downtown.

Tamra was right about the neighborhood she mentioned. It includes an area that residents are trying to have recognized as the first "historical neighborhood", rather than identifying specific homes for inclusion on the national historical register. The Yakima Valley Museum and Franklin Park, a popular community park, are in the midst of this area. There are also several neighborhoods surrounding the downtown area that are beginning to see some restoration interest as Yakima's downtown core is in the midst of a rebirth. To resotore one of the downtown properties, there may be grant assistance available.

Some of the more historic neighborhoods in Yakima are located in between 16th Ave and 37th Ave. and Yakima Ave to Lincoln Ave. Some of the homes are within walking distance to different ammenities. Please let me know if you have any other questions about the community! I was born and raised in Yakima.

Tamra Brannon

The following link may be of some help.Good luck!