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Redondo-Federal Way

Redondo-Federal Way

$556,610 Average Value
$219 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Easy access comes with Redondo-Federal Way’s central location

In Redondo-Federal Way, the Pacific Highway commercial corridor provides plenty of retail and restaurant options to the surrounding clusters of residential areas. Multiple housing types are found throughout, and outdoor recreation is easy to access. “Truly, the outstanding aspects of this community are its location, accessibility and affordability,” says Real Estate Broker Paula Huse with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate, who has almost 30 years of experience. The neighborhood is just 2 miles north of downtown Federal Way, putting it almost equidistant to Seattle and Tacoma.

Rows of single family homes line calm residential streets throughout Redondo-Federal Way.
Rows of single family homes line calm residential streets throughout Redondo-Federal Way.
Redondo-Federal Way offers quiet living with nearby amenities.
Redondo-Federal Way offers quiet living with nearby amenities.
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The market’s wide selection of housing types

Single-family homes lined along Redondo-Federal Way’s residential streets come with driveways and grassy front lawns decorated with shrubbery and mature trees. Midcentury ranch-style homes are common, alongside bi-level homes and split-levels built in the 1980s and 1990s. Contemporary multistory homes are also found in the neighborhood with pointed roofs and front gables. Prices range between $550,000 and $800,000, depending on property size. “We have more affordable housing in Federal Way than most urban areas closer to Seattle,” Huse says. Multiple condo communities sit close to Pacific Highway, with units that have balconies and shaded parking lots. These properties cost around $200,000 to $325,000. A handful of apartment complexes are also in the neighborhood, including La Madera Apartments, Crestview West Apartments and Mariposa. Roughly 70% of residents in the area are renters, while the rest own their property. “Several new high-rise rental communities have popped up recently, and a lot of them are already full,” Huse says.

Redondo-Federal Way's architecture spans a wide range of era's and styles.
Redondo-Federal Way's architecture spans a wide range of era's and styles.
Many Redondo-Federal Way homes are nestled among greenery and mature trees.
Many Redondo-Federal Way homes are nestled among greenery and mature trees.
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Commerce along Pacific Highway and in Federal Way

Pacific Highway’s commercial corridor runs the length of the neighborhood, providing ample opportunities for retail and dining. Small businesses range from auto parts stores to pawn shops. Lims Lounge & Restaurant specializes in East African cuisine, while Mi Bella Honduras serves traditional Honduran dishes. “One of the outstanding features of this area is its access to international and multicultural restaurants. It gives residents a more wholesome experience,” Huse says. Redondo Square is a shopping center with a Safeway at the 272nd Street intersection. Fast-food restaurants include Jack in the Box and Taco Bell. Valley Harvest International Market is less than a mile east.

For more options, downtown Federal Way is about 2 miles south. The SeaTac Village Shopping Center has Trader Joe’s and a dozen other national retailers like T.J. Maxx and Harbor Freight. Multiple chain eateries and big-box stores can be found in the Pavilion Centre. The Commons at Federal Way is an indoor shopping mall about 3 miles away.

Try some authentic Honduran food at Mi Bella Honduras in Redondo-Federal Way.
Try some authentic Honduran food at Mi Bella Honduras in Redondo-Federal Way.
The local Safeway is the areas most central grocery store.
The local Safeway is the areas most central grocery store.
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Federal Way’s public schools with quality programs

Redondo-Federal Way is served by the Federal Way School District, which has an open enrollment choice registration program. Mark Twain Elementary School and Evergreen Middle School both earn C grades from Niche. From there, students can attend the B-rated Thomas Jefferson High School, which offers an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Another pipeline students living in the neighborhood can take is Woodmont K-8 School, with a B-minus grade, to Federal Way High School, which has a B. Federal Way High is a recognized North American Cambridge Demonstration Center.

Mark Twain Elementary School serves the Federal Way area.
Mark Twain Elementary School serves the Federal Way area.
Area teenagers attend Thomas Jefferson High School.
Area teenagers attend Thomas Jefferson High School.
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Nearby parks and recreation along Puget Sound

While green spaces are limited in the neighborhood itself, Redondo-Federal Way is a quick drive from a handful of parks. Sacajawea Park is directly south and has a playground, two baseball fields, a football field with a track and tennis courts. Multiple walking paths wind through the area. Laurelwood Park and Heritage Park are close by, and both have an open field with picnic tables. Redondo Park is a waterfront park located along Puget Sound’s Poverty Bay, less than 2 miles from the neighborhood. There’s a public beach along the shoreline, plus a fishing pier and boat launch. The MaST Center Aquarium is next door with over 250 native Puget Sound species. The aquarium operates as both a public learning center and an academic facility for Highline College’s marine biology program.

Take a short drive to the Redondo Aquarium to see some local sea-life.
Take a short drive to the Redondo Aquarium to see some local sea-life.
Redondo Park offers amazing views of the water and surrounding area.
Redondo Park offers amazing views of the water and surrounding area.
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Traveling around Federal Way by bus or car

Multiple commuter routes are available throughout Redondo-Federal Way. “You can walk to shopping areas almost anywhere, but accessing downtown requires a vehicle,” Huse says. The Metro bus service has stops along Pacific Highway, Star Lake Road and 272nd Street, and the Redondo Heights Park & Ride is on 276th Street. Washington state Highway 509, known as Pacific Highway, is the main thoroughfare, and Interstate 5 is close by. Commuters can take I-5 south about 15 miles to Tacoma, or around 20 miles north to Seattle. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is roughly 12 miles away.

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Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

18 min drive

Bus

Pacific HWY S & S 276th St

Bus

S 272nd St & 26th Ave S

Bus

S Star Lake Rd & S 272nd St

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S Star Lake Rd & S 276th Pl

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Pacific HWY S & S 288th St

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S Star Lake Rd & 24th Ln S

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S Star Lake Rd & 25th Dr S

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Redondo-Federal Way US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Redondo-Federal Way Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$449,000
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$455,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-41%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$219

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
879
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,876
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,581
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
927
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
703
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Aug 2
    1 - 3pm

    28621 15th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003

    $575,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,200 Sq Ft
    • 28621 15th Ave S
    • New 7 days ago

    Freshly painted throughout, this move-in ready home offers a warm and welcoming feel just minutes from Redondo Beach and I-5, perfect for daily commuting. Features include a cozy wood-burning fireplace, kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, and a dedicated laundry space with outdoor access. The fully fenced yard is ideal for backyard enjoyment, complemented by a 2-car

    Alysia Beyrouty Windermere Real Estate/PSK Inc

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
8,445
Median Age
35
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$52,329
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,945

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.5%
College Graduates
25.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

43 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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