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Downtown Kent Homes for Sale

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    $900,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,209 Sq Ft

    323 1st Ave S, Kent, WA 98032

    Live or Invest in Downtown Kent — Updated 4-plex. Discover a rare opportunity to own a historic Victorian 4-plex in downtown Kent, just blocks from Kent Station’s restaurants, shops, transit, and commuter access. With highly flexible Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) zoning, the property offers outstanding potential for expansion or redevelopment. Recent updates include a new sewer line, fresh

    Martin Ho Berkshire Hathaway HS NW

    323 1st Ave S, Kent, WA 98032
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    $1,725,000

    • 8 Beds
    • 8 Baths
    • 8,376 Sq Ft

    418 W Meeker St, Kent, WA 98032

    Fully occupied 7.39% cap rate + Value-add in downtown Kent location - Mixed-use building with 3 retail units and 5 apartments boasts strong in-place rents and ability to renovate remaining two apartment units. Renovated in 2021 including retail spaces. Aladin Bail Bonds anchors ground floor retail with 7 years remaining on lease and yearly 4% increases. Potential for owner-user in need of

    Ethan Szmania The Foundation Group LLC

    418 W Meeker St, Kent, WA 98032

Why Live in Downtown Kent

Downtown Kent, located 20 miles south of Seattle, is a walkable neighborhood with an eclectic mix of small businesses and public parks. The area emphasizes local restaurants and shops, creating a town-square feel. Residents can grab a coffee at Wild Wheat Bakery Café and Restaurant, authentic Kenyan cuisine at Rafiki Restaurant and Lounge, or a beer at Airways Brewing Tap Room. The neighborhood hosts frequent community events, including a cider ale trail, wine walks, and family-friendly activities such as trick-or-treating and art installations. Annual staples like the Cajun Festival and Kent Cornucopia Days draw large crowds. Housing in Downtown Kent is limited, with some early 20th-century single-family homes and senior living apartment complexes. Public transportation options like King County Metro buses and the Sound Transit light rail provide easy access to Seattle. Parks such as Kherson Park, with its space-themed playground, and Kaibara Park, with its koi pond, offer space for recreation and relaxation. The accesso ShoWare Center provides indoor entertainment with ice hockey and soccer games. Kent-Meridian High School offers career and technical education programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Kent a good place to live?
Downtown Kent is a good place to live. Downtown Kent is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with good transit options. Downtown Kent is a suburban neighborhood. Downtown Kent has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 18.8 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $79,713 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Kent are renters, with 82.4% of residents renting and 17.6% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Downtown Kent can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Downtown Kent neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Kent, WA a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Kent, WA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Kent?
The median home price in Downtown Kent is $399,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,960 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Kent. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Downtown Kent is $80K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Kent?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Kent are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Kent?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Kent are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Downtown Kent, Kent, WA?
The most popular zip codes in Downtown Kent, Kent, WA include 98032, 98030, 98031, 98002 and 98198.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Kent, Kent, WA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Kent, Kent, WA are O'Brien, South Kent, East Hill, Scenic Hill and The Lakes.
Are home prices dropping in Downtown Kent?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Kent are down 4% in the last 12 months.

Home Trends in Downtown Kent, WA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$412,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$423,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$360,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$360,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$365
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Months of Supply
0.00
Median List Price
$399,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
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