UNIVERSITY DISTRICT - The name Yardley Point is a new one to us. For years, we've been living with the understanding that Yardley is located in the Spokane Valley near Havana and Broadway. Apparently it's also the name for the little lobe of land near Trent and Hamilton that is home to Habitat for Humanity Surplus Building Supply. While not the most beautiful corner in the city, it sure sees a lot of traffic and that's a big driver in the $2.5 million price tag. Being smack-dab in the middle of the University District and near the river doesn't hurt either. At one time there were mumblings of plans for this parcel - something about student housing to serve the University District. New Rule: No more properties/developments using the word YARD.
Until that time, Habitat for Humanity has some good deals on surplus tile.
- Listing - Yardley Point [NAIBlack]
I am a huge fan of Habitat for Humanity and the great housing work they have done nationwide. That said, I have always thought that this parcel of land had great potential - near the river and near G.U. Too bad it is so visually polluted at this time. Is there a land trust, public/private resource available that could create a green space here? Envision a river walk, benches and views of the river and perhaps a sculpture dedicated to the first inhabitants of our region the Spokane Tribe shown fishing for salmon. Anyone else interested? Let's not let this become another boat trailer yard please!
Posted by: Jim | February 02, 2008 at 12:39 PM