Millwood

Millwood is a small, historic city between Spokane and Spokane Valley. It grew up around its paper mill in the early 1900s and is known for tree-lined streets, older homes and a walkable, close-knit feel.

Historic homes and shady streets, minutes from both Spokane and the Valley.

Things you'll love

• Historic character: early-1900s homes and a historic downtown area along Argonne Road.

• The Spokane River and Centennial Trail: trail access close by.

• Local spots: restaurants, coffee shops and community events.

• Central location: quick trips to downtown Spokane, Spokane Valley and I-90.

Neighborhoods and areas

• Historic Millwood: early-1900s homes on shady streets near Argonne Road and the old paper mill.

• Around Millwood: mid-century homes in the surrounding Spokane Valley neighborhoods.

• Near the river: homes close to the Spokane River and Centennial Trail.

Homes in Millwood

Millwood has many homes built from the 1910s to the 1940s, plus mid-century homes on the edges of town. Prices vary from one area to the next, so the live market numbers above are the best place to start, and we're happy to pull comparable sales for any street you're curious about.

Local favorites

• The Millwood Historic District: tree-lined Dalton Avenue and the 1920s storefronts at Argonne and Dalton

• The Rosebush House: a Normandy-style home built in 1923 for the paper mill’s manager

• Plantes Ferry Park: sports fields and river access a few minutes east

Millwood has a few local restaurants and coffee shops near Argonne Road, plus community events through the year. Spokane Valley's shopping areas are about 5 to 10 minutes away.

Schools

Millwood is served by the West Valley School District, including Seth Woodard Elementary and West Valley High School.

School boundaries can change. We always confirm assigned schools with the district for any home you're considering.

Where the name comes from

The area was called Woodard’s around 1900, after early settler Seth Woodard. When the Inland Empire Paper Company built its mill here, the two names were blended into “Millwood.” It incorporated as a town in 1927, and the historic district was added to the National Register in 2001.

Getting around

Downtown Spokane is about 10 to 15 minutes away, with I-90 just south of town.

Good to know before you buy

• Older homes: many homes are 80 to 110 years old. We recommend a sewer scope and a careful look at wiring, heating and foundations.

• Historic character: Millwood's historic district gives the town much of its charm, and buyers love it.

• Small city: Millwood has its own city government, separate from Spokane Valley.

Day trips from Millwood

Downtown Spokane is about 10 to 15 minutes away, Coeur d'Alene is about 30 minutes east, and Mt. Spokane is about 40 minutes north.

Millwood questions we hear often

Is Millwood its own city?
Yes. Millwood is a small incorporated city surrounded by Spokane Valley.

Are most Millwood homes historic?
Many were built in the early 1900s, especially near the center of town.

Which school district serves Millwood?
Millwood is in the West Valley School District. We confirm the district for each address.

Buying or selling in Millwood

We help buyers and sellers in Millwood and the West Valley, and we know how to market historic homes. The homes for sale below update automatically from the MLS.

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