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Central Renton

Central Renton

$608,511 Average Value
$413 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

Central Renton is a vibrant downtown neighborhood

At the heart of one of Seattle’s most vibrant edge cities, Central Renton is a lively downtown district, full of businesses, shopping and dining. Renton was founded in 1875 and named for a prominent local businessman. World War II played a major role in Central Renton’s rapid expansion, as Boeing built a factory to produce B-29 heavy bombers for use overseas. The Boeing factory remains one of the area’s top employers. “If you’re in the aerospace industry, there’s a ton of employment opportunities here. You also have the Kenworth truck factory just east of Boeing,” says local Realtor David Sappenfield. A spirit of creativity and innovation abounds in this hub of opportunities. Central Renton is also home to Wizards of the Coast’s headquarters, the parent company of Magic: The Gathering, a popular card game.

Central Renton neighborhood residents take pride in their town.
Central Renton neighborhood residents take pride in their town.
Take a walk at Gene Coulon Park near the Central Renton neighborhood.
Take a walk at Gene Coulon Park near the Central Renton neighborhood.
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Bungalows, cottages and ranch-style homes are common in Central Renton

Ranch-style homes, bungalows, and cottages predominate the housing stock here, along with the occasional Colonial Revival. “With housing in Renton, you have a lower median home value,” Sappenfield says. “You’re looking at $725,000 for a single-family, detached home, and $371,000 for a condo. When you look to the north of Renton, homes are in the million-dollar range; you get more house for your dollar by buying in Renton.” The housing market here has gotten hotter in recent years, due to Renton’s recent growth and proximity to Seattle. “It’s a growing city; it’s definitely expanding, which is great for the economy, if not for traffic,” Sappenfield says.

Older homes in Central Renton have large porches overlooking their tidy yards.
Older homes in Central Renton have large porches overlooking their tidy yards.
Small craftsman homes are mixed in with cottages in most of Central Renton.
Small craftsman homes are mixed in with cottages in most of Central Renton.
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Above-average Renton School District 403

Central Renton is zoned to Renton School District 403, which earns a B from Niche. Students may attend Sartori Elementary (B-plus), Risdon Middle (B) and Renton Senior High (B-minus).

Kids in the Central Renton neighborhood attend Sartori Elementary School.
Kids in the Central Renton neighborhood attend Sartori Elementary School.
Risdon Middle School hosts children in grades 6-8.
Risdon Middle School hosts children in grades 6-8.
Renton High School hosts over 1, 200 students in grades 9-12.
Renton High School hosts over 1, 200 students in grades 9-12.
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Shopping and dining in and around Renton’s vibrant city center

Central Renton is brimming with opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment. “At The Landing, there’s a newer development about ten years old, and you have restaurants, Target, clothing stores, and an LA Fitness; everything you need is right there,” Sappenfield says. Dough Zone is a popular dumpling spot, while Exit 5 is known for Korean barbecue. There’s also a Regal movie theater and a Topgolf. For groceries and other everyday essentials, there’s Safeway, Fred Meyer and Walmart nearby.

Go on a date at the Renton Farmers Market.
Go on a date at the Renton Farmers Market.
Exit 5 Korean BBQ in Renton has traditional Korean foods to enjoy in Renton.
Exit 5 Korean BBQ in Renton has traditional Korean foods to enjoy in Renton.
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Interstate 405 offers quick commuting from Central Renton

Central Renton’s location just off Interstate 405 facilitates commutes into the “Emerald City.” Sappenfield says, “Renton is about 20 minutes outside of Seattle, and just to the southeast; it’s pretty easy to get in and out of the city.”

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

15 min drive

Bus

Sunset Blvd N & N 3rd St

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N 10th St & Garden Ave N

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Park Ave N & N 4th St

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Logan Ave N & N 6th St

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S 3rd St & Rainier Ave S

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South Renton Park & Ride - Bay 1

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Main Ave S & S 4th St

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Central Renton US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 8 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,552
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
4.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,697
Below the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,768
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,029
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
703
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
7
Median Rent
$1,395
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,740
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,499
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,499
Median Condo Rent
$1,295
Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,525

Demographics

Total Population
10,759
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,979
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$101,261

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.4%
On par with the national average
89%
College Graduates
33.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.7%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walkability®

50 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Central Renton
Karin Simpson
TEC Real Estate Inc.
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