Affordable family living describes life in Bremerton and the surrounding Kitsap County. Buying a home in Kitsap county is one of life's pleasures. Houses are not only affordable, in a broad range of styles, but many offer family-sized lots, spectacular scenery, quick access to parks and recreation, in friendly safe neighborhoods. Renters will find similar values and options, from modern apartment complexes to quaint cottages. Kitsap County continued to be the hot spot for buyers looking for around Puget Sound. Home prices here average $233,677 in 2004, far lower than the average for King County. In Fall 2004, the average purchase price of a home in Bremerton was $116,812 in West Bremerton and $128,923 in East Bremerton. In the county, new homes average $207,873 while in Bremerton new home prices currently show an average price of $173,459.

A good buy can be found in the West Bremerton area with its neighborhoods of beautiful older homes. Many of them are homes with large lots that just need some tender loving care to bring joy to a family.