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A well-connected community in King County
Covington's costumed city mascot, Karma the Chameleon, whose favorite foods are Lucky Charms and crickets, represents everything that gives this King County neighborhood its character. The community's playful passion for a local freshwater chameleon is also reflected in its many family-friendly holiday events and games. “We have everything that usually draws people to an area — there’s access to Highway 18 and good medical and retail centers. Homes are a little more affordable than the ones around Seattle. But I’d say the real draw is our intentional focus on building community,” says Regan Bolli, Covington’s City Manager. “We have mental health services and a community care specialist that checks on people who need support. For the youth, there’s a Badges and Barbells program where kids work out with police officers, and teenagers can get involved with the Covington Youth Council.” Along with a strong emphasis on community, the growing suburb offers access to well-regarded schools and outdoor recreational opportunities.
New Traditional homes among evergreens
Covington’s homes were built in the 1980s and 90s and are organized into subdivisions between evergreen groves. Properties on the perimeter of Covington have large grass yards, and lot sizes get smaller near the town’s center. Homebuyers can find ramblers priced between $400,000 and $500,000 and Craftsman-style single-family homes for around $650,000. Newly constructed homes appear in sleek New Traditional designs, priced between $700,000 and $1.1 million.
A stunning large estate located in Covington WA.
A row of contemporary homes in Covington WA.
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Earn college credits from Kentwood High
Kids can begin learning at Covington Elementary, which has a B-minus rating from Niche, and advance to B-rated Mattson Middle. Older students may attend Kentwood High School, which earns an A-minus rating and offers students the chance to begin earning college credits early with its College in High School program.
Covington Elementary School serves students in grades K-5.
Mattson Middle School
Kentwood High School located in Covington has earned an A- rating from Niche.
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Jog through the forest at Covington Community Park
“Covington Community Park is our biggest recreational area since it has workout equipment and playgrounds and a couple of miles of trails that go through a forested area. And there are pocket parks throughout the city,” Bolli says. The Covington Aquatic Center provides an indoor recreation option, offering water aerobics classes, swim clinics and public swimming times in its heated pool. In the summer, residents can drive to Lake Meridian Park to swim at the beach or fish for rainbow trout at the pier. They can also take a motorized boat onto the lake or enjoy a peaceful picnic while taking in views of Mount Rainier from the park’s pavilions. Golfers can join the Meridian Valley Country Club to play rounds of golf on its 18-hole course.
Covington Community Park has many fun amenities kids and adults of all ages to enjoy.
Covington Community Park
Make sure to check out the elaborate playground setup while visiting Lake Meridian Park.
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Grab a sweet treat from Legendary Doughnuts
A commercial hub near Southeast 272nd Street features big box stores, chain restaurants, small businesses and local eateries. Residents can start their day on a sweet note at Legendary Doughnuts, a regional favorite spot selling handmade treats, and head to Nikki’s Restaurant and Lounge for classic American dishes like chicken fried steak. For dinner, locals can go to Pupusas Locas, which serves authentic Salvadoran fare. Safeway, Fred Meyer and Costco serve residents’ grocery needs, while department stores like Kohl’s offer retail options. Many more options will be added with the completion of the Lakepointe Urban Village project, which will develop a 214-acre property into a community gathering space with offices, residential units, retail buildings and restaurants.
Locals can get their sugar high at Legendary Doughnuts, the popular doughnut shop in Covington.
Enjoy Salvadoran pupusas at Pupusas Locas, a local favorite in Covington.
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Spot Karma the Chameleon at the Covington Days Festival
Every third weekend of July, the Covington Days Festival kicks off with a parade, and the weekend is full of live music, family-friendly crafts and activities and food and artisanal vendors. Covington connects families and local businesses with its summer Ready, Set, Play! program, which encourages children to collect badges from local businesses by completing activities or crafts. “About 25 to 30 businesses participate, and kids can collect them all and win prizes, like gift cards and swim passes to the aquatic center. The businesses get a lot of extra foot traffic, and parents will thank us for getting their kids engaged in the community,” Bolli says. Throughout the year, Karma the Chameleon pops up to show his support for local businesses and city initiatives.
Highway 18 routes to Seattle
“A lot of people will commute out to Seattle, Bellevue and Redmond. Amazon and Microsoft are major employers in the area,” Bolli says. To travel the 25 miles northwest to Seattle, residents can catch a bus operated by the King County Metro and link with the Sound Transit light rail, though driving is much faster. State Route 18 runs diagonally through Covington, and State Route 516 runs east-west. “Highway 18 can get congested during rush hour. We’ve just secured funding to widen the highway, which should alleviate some of the traffic,” Bolli says. While the Sound Transit doesn’t reach Covington, an industrial train occasionally passes along the tracks at Covington’s southern border.
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On average, homes in Covington, WA sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Covington, WA over the last 12 months is $700,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Seller offering $5,000.00 toward Buyer's selling costs. Welcome to this thoughtfully designed for comfort, entertaining, and functionality home. Brand New High Efficiency Furnace. Upgraded Electrical panel to accommodate a Tesla Surcharger and Generator. The open layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas to a spacious outdoor deck, offering ideal flow for gatherings and
Welcome to Shadow Creek by RM Homes- Premier lot with peaceful views & surrounded by open space! The 3070 plan offers a flexible & functional layout. Main floor bedroom/office and 3/4 bath is perfect for a separate workspace or guests. An entertainer's kitchen with quartz counters, large island, KitchenAid appliances, soft close cabinets with roll-out shelves, tile backsplash, farmhouse style
Welcome home, where space and comfort meet in the sought-after Rainier Vista community! This spacious home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a ginormous second-floor bonus room, offering a flexible floor plan to fit your lifestyle. The bright kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, an oversized pantry, and ample storage for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious
Move-in ready, largest floorplan in neighborhood - The Kensington is fully loaded with 4 bedrooms PLUS a main level office and bonus upstairs living space. Enjoy 3,070sqft of upgrades with newer roof, Milgard windows, brand new carpet/paint, tech enabled home (Nest, Ring, MYQ, TESLA Charger) This home provides flexibility for today’s lifestyle. A place to relax and unwind. Formal and informal
Gotta see it to understand the size! 3200 square foot 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with a private office - fully remodeled home. Features eat-in kitchen AND dining room, two primary bedrooms, both with 3/4 bathrooms, and newly finished 2nd story. Home has new kitchen, bathrooms, dining room, floors, doors, trim, paint, closets, lighting, most windows, and custom closets. The upstairs office is
Rare opportunity in Covington! This 8.16-acre fully fenced and cross-fenced property offers level pasture, privacy, flexibility, and outstanding income potential. A long private driveway, recently paved with asphalt, creates an impressive entrance and leads you across peaceful Jenkins Creek to a comfortable 1,950 sq. ft. home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a relaxing sauna. A major
Seller offering $5,000.00 toward Buyer's selling costs. Welcome to this thoughtfully designed for comfort, entertaining, and functionality home. Brand New High Efficiency Furnace. Upgraded Electrical panel to accommodate a Tesla Surcharger and Generator. The open layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas to a spacious outdoor deck, offering ideal flow for gatherings and
Welcome to Shadow Creek by RM Homes- Premier lot with peaceful views & surrounded by open space! The 3070 plan offers a flexible & functional layout. Main floor bedroom/office and 3/4 bath is perfect for a separate workspace or guests. An entertainer's kitchen with quartz counters, large island, KitchenAid appliances, soft close cabinets with roll-out shelves, tile backsplash, farmhouse style
Welcome home to this beautiful one-story rambler in a prime Covington location, offering the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and outdoor living. Set on a large, fully fenced lot with no neighbors behind, this home offers exceptional privacy and room to relax, entertain, or play. Inside, you'll find a bright, inviting floor plan featuring newer kitchen appliances, newer vinyl windows, two
Model Home at Shadow Creek is now available! Welcome to Shadow Creek by RM Homes- The 3070 plan offers a flexible & functional layout. Main floor bedroom/office and 3/4 bath is perfect for a separate workspace or guests. An entertainer's kitchen with quartz counters, large island, KitchenAid appliances, soft close cabinets with roll-out shelves, tile backsplash, farmhouse style sink, and walk in
A Covington rambler where the work is already done, and done with intention. Thoughtfully remodeled over the past two years, this move-in-ready home features fresh interior paint, newer luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet, updated bathrooms, and a remodeled kitchen with white cabinetry, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Updated vinyl windows and exterior doors add efficiency
Turnkey rambler in the sought-after Timber Hills community of Covington! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort and modern design. Step inside to a bright and inviting living space highlighted by a stunning accent wall with an electric fireplace, creating a warm focal point. The fully remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, a peninsula with
Welcome home, where space and comfort meet in the sought-after Rainier Vista community! This spacious home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a ginormous second-floor bonus room, offering a flexible floor plan to fit your lifestyle. The bright kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, an oversized pantry, and ample storage for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious
Covington beautiful four bedroom home in Crofton Hills. Spacious open floor plan with all the right features. Enter the home to the spacious main floor living room and dining room space. Family room with fireplace plus the large kitchen with eating counter are just a few of the special features. Enough space for a home office on the main floor too. Upstairs are the four spacious bedrooms
Boasting an efficient floorplan offering 5 bedrooms, this 1670 square foot split level lives large! The upper level showcases an open-concept kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances that overlooks the main living and dining areas, accompanied by three bedrooms. The lower level includes two additional bedrooms and a versatile bonus room. Recent renovations include modern bathrooms, laminate
At Covington Place, you will find beautiful one and two-bedroom apartment homes for households with at least one member age 55 or older. Our residents enjoy our fun resident activities, fitness center, breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier from our rooftop patio, and all utilities are included! Our community gives preference to persons with disabilities as part of our Affordable Housing program.
If you're looking for an apartment in Covington, WA, check out Allegro Apartment Homes! We offer pet-friendly 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments. Our homes include an electric fireplace, a private balcony or patio, open-concept kitchens, energy-efficient appliances, a full-size, in-unit laundry, and extra storage closets. Our amenities include a reservable clubhouse, a fitness center, a racquetball
Welcome to Affinity at Covington, where life for the 55+ crowd is anything but ordinary! Here, we redefine what it means to live actively and passionately. Our community buzzes with vibrant energy, offering a family-like atmosphere where you and your furry friends feel right at home. Enjoy and play in over 30,000 square feet of social and activity space, including weekly happy hour at our very
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