Neighborhood in Kent, Washington
King County 98030, 98031
East Hill is a residential and retail part of the city of Kent, halfway between Seattle and Tacoma. Kent includes a downtown as well as industrial areas. "East Hill is massive," says David Glenn, a real estate broker with Coldwell Banker Danforth, who also has 15 years of experience as a contractor. "There are massively more people and more infrastructure and stores, compared to West Hill."
Gridded streets and well-maintained sidewalks set the stage for East Hill's residential areas, which are found on both sides of state Route 516, apart from the retail corridor along state Route 515, which runs north-to-south. Some properties have hillside lots with scenic views. "On the west side of East Hill, you'd face the Olympics," Glenn says. "South would be facing Rainier; it sticks out. People say, 'the mountain is out.'" Among examples of 20th-century architecture are ramblers, bungalows and split levels, priced from about $440,000 to $875,000. Developments from the 2020s include landscaped, walkable subdivisions full of single-family homes. The houses are priced from about $690,000 to $1.1 million and have contemporary designs, two-car garages and monthly homeowners association fees of about $60 to $140. Condos and townhouses are about $300,000 to $700,000.
Public schools include East Hill Elementary School, which has a C grade from Niche. Meeker Middle School, with a B-minus and Kent-Meridian High School, with a B, both offer dual language programs in Spanish. Located at the high school, the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center showcases student productions and year-round entertainment by local, national and international acts. Competition and community fundraiser Kent Has Talent is a crowd-pleaser.
Venues across the city support Kent's community events. In East Hill, the Iraqi Community Center of Washington offers educational programs, community events and festivals. Kent Winterfest is a month-long celebration with a tree-lighting festival, parade and a holiday craft market at the Kent Senior Activity Center. In the spring and summer, the Kent Historical Museum promotes local artists at a monthly open mic. Picnic performances and family date nights are themes for the city's summer concert series.
Strip malls are fairly common in Kent, and East Hill's have a wide range of international businesses and diverse cuisines. There are also national brands and chain restaurants. Ivar's Seafood Bar features fried fish and chowders, and Golden Steer Steak & Rib House has bar-side live music and specialty nights like Spaghetti Mondays and karaoke on Fridays. Grocery stores include Asia Pacific Market, Grocery Outlet, Fred Meyer and Byblos Mediterranean Market. Downtown, the Kent Station Shopping Center has more than 50 businesses, an AMC movie theater, and mixed-use elements, such as a branch campus of Green River College and the Dwell Apartments.
The city of Kent has dozens of parks and recreational sites. The 104-acre Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park features environmental art created by Bauhaus designer Herbert Bayer. The aesthetic landscaping also manages rainwater runoff along the hillside canyon. The park has about 2 miles of trails, ideal for wildlife viewing. Morrill Meadows Dog Park is an off-leash play space with a sizable section for small or shy dogs. In the southwest section of the area is a portion of the Green River Trail, which stretches 19 miles from Duwamish Waterway in Tukwila. A capital project plans to extend the trail to Flaming Geyser State Park, which is about 15 miles from East Hill.
The Kent Valley is the nation's third-largest distribution and warehouse area, with numerous industrial and manufacturing sites. "Most of Kent is pretty blue collar, and we are pretty packed in here," Glenn says. State Route 516 runs through East Hill and, like state Route 167, is a significant resource for transportation and shipping. There is train service at Kent Station, and King County Metro bus stops are found on numerous streets. Downtown Seattle is about 20 miles away via Interstate 5. For a short commute, employment sites in Kent include Boeing's Integrated Defense Systems, BNSF Railway freight, a Starbucks Roasting Plant and the headquarters of Oberto Sausage Company.
Kent's ShoWare Center is a top draw for concerts, sports and community events such as high school graduations. The minor-league hockey team, the Seattle Thunderbirds, plays home games here during the season. When the Thunderbirds are in town, the area around Kent Station is swamped; parking lots fill up, and there are restaurant lines. ShoWare also hosts the Tacoma Stars, a professional indoor soccer team. Fans of drag racing and motocross head to the iconic Pacific Raceways track, about 7 miles from East Hill. People who want to get behind the wheel themselves stop by PGP Motorsports Park to race go-karts.
Brian Truman
John L Scott Westwood
(206) 202-8437
47 Total Sales
1 in East Hill
$625,000 Price
Lanae Miller
KW Mountains to Sound Realty
(206) 693-4209
66 Total Sales
3 in East Hill
$336K - $670K Price Range
Arron Carr
Skyline Properties, Inc.
(253) 465-7361
124 Total Sales
1 in East Hill
$439,000 Price
Matthew Gerrish
Premier Real Estate Partners
(253) 527-7270
159 Total Sales
1 in East Hill
$1,050,000 Price
Tawnia Coulter
Coldwell Banker Bain
(206) 889-6146
93 Total Sales
2 in East Hill
$181K - $600K Price Range
Jim Swanson
COMPASS
(253) 785-8628
127 Total Sales
1 in East Hill
$185,000 Price
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Hill | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in East Hill, Kent sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in East Hill, Kent over the last 12 months is $682,796, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$797,000
Welcome to this "better than new" 3-bedroom plus den home on a large lot with no HOA! Fresh paint and new carpet throughout, plus a new furnace, AC, and bathroom flooring. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area features espresso cabinets, quartz countertops, an island with bar seating, and two pantries. Main floor office and mudroom. Upstairs includes a HUGE bonus room that can be
Bing Yu Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC
$415,000
Welcome to this spacious and beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.75-bathroom condo located in the desirable heart of Kent! This large, open-concept unit offers a bright and functional layout, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. The generous living and dining areas flow seamlessly, with plenty of natural light throughout.Enjoy the convenience of a prime commuter location—close to highways,
Andy Tran Terry Wise & Associates
$499,999
Welcome to the gated community of Hampton East! This beautiful home is nestled in the quiet and secluded area of the development. Upon entering the home, you are greeted with a huge foyer w/tall ceiling! Open concept living room, dining room and kitchen makes for great entertaining and is still spacious at the same time. Upstairs you have a roomy loft with built in desk to study or work from
Melissa Lawson John L. Scott, Inc
$325,000
A rear find, This shy 1/2 acre parcel in Kent is zoned Multi-Family. Water and sewer, power are at the property. There is also a fire hydrant in front of the property. We have Architectural Drawings for Two Duplexes. The project was approved by the City of Kent., but it has since expired. It should be an easy task to get it ready to build again.
$785,000
Luxuriously upgraded & move-in ready with stunning curb appeal, this 2003 4 bed 2.5 bath 2-story boasts modern designer finishes & grand architectural style. Soaring covered front porch opens to foyer with sweeping open staircase & formal living & dining room with tall windows & impressive 12’ ceilings. Elegant quartz & stainless steel kitchen with breakfast bar & eating space opens to family
Nicholas Southard Upgrade Realty
$799,000
Welcome to this "better than new" 3-bedroom plus den home on a large lot with no HOA! Fresh paint and new carpet throughout, plus a new furnace, AC, and bathroom flooring. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area features espresso cabinets, quartz countertops, an island with bar seating, and two pantries. Main floor office and mudroom. Upstairs includes a HUGE bonus room that can be
Bing Yu Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC
$1,599 - $2,916 per month
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Bike Score®
Walk Score®
Transit Score®
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Charming homes and abundant amenities in the heart of Kent
Suburban or secluded living on the east side of Kent
Minutes from every necessity and less expensive than its neighboring communities
Hilly suburb neighborhood close to downtown Kent
Outdoor recreation and lakefront living close to shopping and industrial sites
Neighborhood close to Seattle and Tacoma with mountain views
