Fairchild AFB, WA - Nearby Cities

Spokane, WA
Spokane is located on the Spokane River in Eastern Washington approximately 20 miles from the Washington-Idaho border. it is the largest city in Spokane County and has a current population of 202,000. The city is located just 16 miles from the Fairchild Air Force Base and is the second largest city in Washington. With a multitude of entertainment venues and shopping and dining options, the city offers a thriving community to those military personnel and their families looking for a more permanent place to live.

Homes for sale in the area start at $115,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $440 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as the Red Lion Hotel and the Hotel Lusso offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $75 a night.

Local attractions include Riverfront Park which is the sight of the World's Fair and is now the hub for runners, walkers, or strollers along the riverfront walking paths. The scenic views of the falls and the Spokane River offer a peaceful stroll through the park. There is an IMAX theater as well as an antique carousel built in 1909. Marvin Carr's One of a Kind in the World Museum is an eclectic collection of all things weird and wonderful. He has Jackie Gleason's limousine and Elvis Presley memorabilia. He even has a replica of an old war ship as well as many other unique artifacts. Marvin promises a never-before-seen experience for visitors to enjoy.

Medical Lake, WA
Medical Lake is a small community of 3,700 people located in Spokane County, Washington. It is a quiet town and is home to one mental hospital, Eastern State Hospital. Fairfield Air Force Base is located just 5 miles from the city and offers an easy commute for those military personnel wanting to live close to where they work. The less populated town offers the comfort of an intimate community while still being only a short drive away from the larger metropolitan area and all it has to offer.

Homes for sale in the area start at $165,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $625 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as Dan's Landing and the West Medical Lake Resort offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet with rates starting at $55 a night.

Local attractions include the Armed Forces and Aerospace Museum which offers daily tours of the aircraft that served our Armed Forces in years past. 34 major exhibits currently document the growth of our aircraft services and the military planes that have evolved over the years. Changing exhibits keep the museum fresh and new each time visitors stop by. Many years of military history is captured in the stories these aircraft have to tell.

Cheney, WA
Cheney is a small community of 10,000 people and is home to Eastern Washington University. Approximately, 7,000 students live in or near the city when school is in session. The town is located 15 miles from the Fairfield Air Force Base and offers military personnel and their families a prime location to live near where they work. The economy is fueled by education and agricultural trade. The area was first settled by women who made the area a thriving community for families looking for a more permanent place to live.

Homes for sale in the area start at $239,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $440 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as the Holiday Inn Express and Klink's On the Lake offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free microwave and refrigerator in each room with rates starting at $60 a night.

Local attractions include the Cheney Historical Museum which has local and regional historical artifacts on display. Exhibits include a 1935 fire truck among other interesting sites. The Cheney Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge is just a half hour from downtown Spokane. The refuge is run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service which offers walking trails through the wetlands of the reserve to emphasize preservation of endangered species.