Homes for Sale in Renton, WA
All (97)
| Active | ||
| 97 Houses | 17 Condos | 33 Parcels |
| For Sale Stats | ||
$925,000 |
2,350 sqft |
$394/sqft |
| Median values from the 97 single family homes for sale in Renton WA. | ||
| Closing Stats | ||
$750,000 |
2,090 sqft |
$359/sqft |
| Median values for the 474 single family Renton homes closed in the last 6 months. | ||
| Plus | ||
4 New Homes |
4% of the residential market |
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1.16 Months of Supply |
This indicates a severe seller's market with upward pressure on pricing.
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- Homes closed May 2023: 110 41% from May 2022 (186).
- $750,000 was the median sale price of single family houses closed in the last 6 months.
- 2,090 SQFT was the median size of single family houses closed in the last 6 months.
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$359/SQFT
was the median price per square foot for single family homes closed in the last 6 months.
Closed house price and size is computed by median 474 single family Renton homes closed in the last six months.
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118 residential closings
have occurred in the last thirty days.
Houses (93) · Condos (25)
Guide to Homes For Sale in Renton, WA
While Renton is best known as the location of large Boeing factory and Jimi Hendrix's gravesite, the city just south of Seattle has so much more to offer and is a coveted area with many homes for sale. Within driving distance of downtown Seattle and some of western Washington's best hiking trails and mountains, Renton is a great mixture of the rural and the urban.
The city is especially great for families as it has highly rated schools, large parks and green spaces and many safe neighborhoods.
Others might enjoy Renton for its coveted waterfront properties and its quaint downtown area.
Location
Renton is a city located in King County, about 12 miles south of downtown Seattle. It is bordered by Newcastle to the north, Issaquah and Maple Valley to the east, Covington and Kent to the south and Tukwila to the west.
About the Homes For Sale in Renton, WA
Renton's older homes are often ramblers built in the 40s, 50s and 60s. Larger, multistory homes are usually original to the early 2000s and feature multi-car garages and spacious front and backyards.
Single Family Homes in Renton, WA
- 97 homes are currently listed for sale in Renton WA.
- 1152 single family homes sold and closed in the last 12 months.
- Prices - $750,000 was the median closing price in the last 6 months.
- Sizes - 2,090 SQFT was the median home size.
Please see our Renton listings page for updates on a daily basis.
Condos and Condo Buildings
Condos in Renton can be both traditional condo complexes and freestanding, single-family homes developed as condos. Condo complexes are located both in downtown Renton and in the more rural neighborhoods of the city.
Condos
- 17 condos are currently listed for sale in Renton WA.
- In the last year, there were 271 condos sold and closed.
Please see Renton condos for more information on condos and complexes in Renton.
New Home Construction in Renton
Most of Renton's new homes are built within Renton's most popular new home communities like: Allura, Fairwood and Sapphire on Talbot Townhomes.
New Construction Single Family Homes
- 4 new homes are currently listed for sale in Renton WA.
- 64 new single family homes sold and closed in the last 12 months.
- Prices - $1,399,990 was the median closing price in the last 6 months.
- Sizes - 3,372 SQFT was the median home size.
Please see our Renton new homes page for updates on a daily basis.
Schools in Renton, WA
The majority of Renton is served by the Renton School District, but there are also schools from the Issaquah, Kent and Tahoma School Districts within the city limits.
A few of Renton's many public elementary schools include:
- Benson Hill Elementary (Renton)
- Briarwood Elementary (Issaquah)
- Fairwood Elementary (Kent)
- Shadowlake Elementary (Tahoma)
Public middle schools include:
- Nelson Middle School (Renton)
- McKnight Middle School (Renton)
- Maywood Middle School (Issaquah)
- Northwood Middle School (Kent)
High schools include:
- Renton High School (Renton)
- Lindbergh Senior High School (Renton)
- Hazen Senior High School (Renton)
- Liberty Senior High School (Issaquah)
There are always many private schools in the Renton area, including both traditional private schools, daycares and Montessori schools.
Activities, Parks & Recreation
Like nearby Seattle, there are many interesting and fun activities for individuals, families and couples in the city of Renton.
The Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park is one great destination for kids and families to enjoy. The 57-acre park has playgrounds, boat launches, walking trails and tennis courts. The park wraps along Lake Washington and has beautiful views of the water.
Another popular tourist attraction in Renton is the gravesite of acclaimed guitarist Jimi Hendrix. Located in Greenwood Memorial Park, Hendrix's large stone memorial includes a replica of his guitar, carved depictions of Hendrix and his lyrics, and a carved replica of the musician's signature.
For a cultural experience locals enjoy visiting the Renton History Museum. Located in downtown Renton in an old, art deco-style fire station. The museum has an extensive collection of photographs and objects that map the history of Renton and the surrounding areas.
Shopping & Restaurants
Renton has plenty of great dining options to choose from, with most restaurants located in the city's downtown area. Some popular restaurants include:
- Sansonina Ristorante Italiano
- The Melrose Grill
- Peyrassol Cafe at Southport
- Kim Phuong Vegetarian Delight
In addition to plenty of unique dining options, Renton also has many large shopping centers, which include:
- The Landing
- Village Square Shopping Center
Getting Around Renton, WA
I-405 runs through Renton and provides easy access to Southcenter, Bellevue, Kirkland and Bothell. I-5 also runs north and south just west of Renton.
Renton also has the Renton Transit Center that is connected to 19 other transit centers throughout King County and can take passengers to Downtown Seattle, Bellevue and the University of Washington, among other destinations.
Common Commute Times (by car)
- Downtown Seattle - 23 mins
- University of Washington - 33 mins
- South Lake Union (Amazon) - 24 mins
- Downtown Bellevue - 20 mins
- Redmond (Microsoft) - 29 mins
Renton, WA Real Estate Agent
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