East Renton Highlands is situated between Issaquah and Renton, offering convenient access to much of the King County area. "The area is extremely desirable and undergoing one of the biggest expansions in Renton," says David Sappenfield, a resident and realtor at The Preview Group. "It's close to Lake Washington and a ton of dining and retail, so it's currently one of the most sought-after neighborhoods." Plus, it has a top-performing school district and a good cultural and commercial presence.
Newer builds are available in the East Renton Highlands neighborhood.
East Renton Highlands lots tend to be larger than average.
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Split-levels and ramblers are common sights in East Renton Highlands
Residential areas feature split-levels and ramblers that invite investment opportunities. Newer constructions are equipped with luxury interiors and amenities like central air conditioning, a rarity in western Washington. The area also has open lots in and around master-planned communities that allow residents to customize their homes easily. The neighborhood is influenced by a competitive housing market, and it takes about 22 days for a property to sell, compared to the national average of 44 days. Prices here range between $$636,000 to $800,000 for older homes and $1.5 million to $1.8 million for newer constructions. The neighborhood receives a crime score of 2 on the CAP Index, ranking significantly lower than the national overall score of 4.
Cute split-level homes feature brickwork and wooden details.
Gorgeous baby blue ramblers can be found in the East Renton Highlands.
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Local restaurants and The Landing
Doofer's Bar and Grill has been a local staple since 1982. It shows regular Seahawks games and hosts events like car shows and customer appreciation days. Happy Autumn serves Vietnamese cuisine in a relaxed, casual dining space. Grocery runs can be made at QFC or the Safeway in nearby West Renton Highlands. Even more dining, retail and entertainment options are available at The Landing, a bustling local shopping center.
Taqueria Los Potrillos is open at lunchtime and serves delicious Hispanic foods.
Saba Turkish Restaurant is a favorite among the locals of East Renton Highlands.
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Attending Renton's festivals and film events
Since East Renton Highlands isn't too far from the city center, citywide events are plentiful, such as the Renton River Days, a three-day festival in July featuring a parade, bazaar and food trucks. The town has also been a hub for local filmmakers, hosting the 2024 Seattle Film Summit and organizing the Renton Film Frenzy, a 72-hour film challenge that invites participants to create short films of seven minutes or less.
Top choice schools in the Issaquah School District
The excellent education provided by the Issaquah School District is a significant draw to the community. At Briarwood Elementary School, students can participate in activities like choir, drama and student leadership clubs. Maywood Middle School supports students with an after-school open library program. Liberty High School has several clubs for special interests like astronomy, robotics and Dungeons & Dragons. All three schools are rated A by Niche.
Hazen High School is in East Renton Highlands for grades 9-12.
Briarwood Elementary School students can participate in activities like choir, drama and student leadership clubs.
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Indoor and outdoor recreation in East Renton Highlands
This secluded neighborhood offers plenty of outdoor spaces, like Maplewood Park with its basketball court, outdoor exercise equipment, shaded picnic areas and walking paths. Coalfield Park has a spacious playground and ample grassy space with athletic fields. Nearby is Maplewood Golf Course, a public par-72 course with a driving range and summer youth camp. Lake Washington is a 13-mile drive and is a great place to swim, boat and fish. Getting active indoors is also an option at places like Sno-King Ice Arena, which offers skate and hockey lessons along with open skate hours.
The Aster Park Play Area has a colorful playground in East Renton Highlands.
Follow your own path in Maplewood Park located in East Renton Highlands.
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Traveling by car, bus and plane in East Renton Highlands
Major road, 154th Place Southeast connects to State Route 169, offering easy access to cities like Tacoma, Seattle and Bellevue. Interstate 405 provides an alternative bypass to Interstate 5. Sound Transit and King County Metro provide public transportation. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 11 miles west of the neighborhood, making it easy to catch local flights.
East Renton Highlands' climate risks
First Street data reports that there is a moderate possibility for wildfires and a severe possibility for poor air quality in the neighborhood. Plus, the Renton Fire Station is in this neighborhood, which can cause siren noise periodically.
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