If you love the charm and escape of rural living but prefer the convenience of urban amenities, consider a home in Westcott’s Mountain Ridge community in Monroe, Washington, home to a diverse population of over 16,000 people.
Located on US Highway 2 with easy access to Seattle, Bellevue, Everett, and Steven’s Pass, Monroe has become the center for business, trade, and professional services in East Snohomish County.
The History of Monroe
With just 325 citizens, the City of Monroe was incorporated in 1902. Over the next seven years the population swelled to nearly 2,000 due mostly to two large employers in the area, the Pacific Coast Condensed Milk Company (Carnation) and the Washington State Reformatory.
Over the next 70 years, the population of Monroe changed little until recent times as people have rediscovered the economic opportunities, natural beauty, and small town atmosphere of the city.
Things to do in Monroe
Whether you’re a shopper or an outdoors lover, Monroe offers abundant opportunities for both.
For shoppers: the city is filled with a wide array of shops and restaurants, and for even more choices, Seattle, Everett, and Bellevue are within driving distance.
For outdoors lovers: Monroe is located in a river valley and is surrounded by lush forest and wide open spaces. The city maintains several beautiful public parks and within miles you’ll have opportunities for fishing, white-water rafting, other water sports, hiking, skiing, climbing, and camping.
Welcome Home
Purchase a home at Westcott’s Mountain Ridge community in Monroe and enjoy the largest city in East Snohomish County. We’re sure you’ll never want to leave.
Click on these links to learn more about the City of Monroe:
http://www.ci.monroe.wa.us/index.php
http://www.monroewachamber.com/
