How's the housing market?

Tight on quality new construction. Marina Shore Villas is the newest option in the market.

What's the cost of living?

Lower than most of Washington. A dual-income household can live comfortably on $3,800–$4,000/mo all-in.

Are there good schools?

Moses Lake School District serves the area. Verify specific assignments for your address.

Marina Shore Villas · Currently Leasing

Moses Lake Relocation Guide

Moses Lake is one of the fastest-growing communities in central Washington — and one of the most affordable lakefront towns in the state. Whether you're moving for a job at REC Silicon, Group14, Sila, Genie, Samaritan, or BBCC, this guide covers housing, schools, cost of living, and what to expect.

Why people are moving to Moses Lake

The EV and advanced manufacturing boom brought REC Silicon back online, attracted Group14 and Sila with DOE funding, and expanded Genie's footprint. Samaritan Healthcare and BBCC are net hirers. The result: engineers, technicians, nurses, and faculty moving to Moses Lake from Seattle, Spokane, California, and beyond — and needing quality housing.

Housing market overview

Quality new-construction rental inventory has lagged demand. Older apartments and townhomes dominate the market. Marina Shore Villas is the first major new-construction rental community built for this workforce — 56 townhomes on West Marina Drive, 2 and 3 bedrooms, from $1,625/mo.

Cost of living

Housing is 10–25% cheaper than Wenatchee or the Tri-Cities and meaningfully cheaper than Seattle or Spokane. Utilities run $130–$220/mo for a 2BR. Groceries for two adults: $500–$700/mo. Gas is below the WA state average. No income tax in Washington.

Schools

Moses Lake School District serves the city. School quality varies by specific assignment — verify zoning before you commit if you have school-age kids. BBCC offers community college and trade programs. There are also private and charter options.

Major employers and commute

REC Silicon, Group14, Sila, and Genie are all within an easy commute from West Marina Drive. Samaritan Healthcare and BBCC are minutes away. Boeing and Grant County PUD are reasonable drives. I-90 puts Spokane, Wenatchee, and the Tri-Cities within reach.

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