East Hill is a residential and retail part of the city of Kent, halfway between Seattle and Tacoma. Kent includes a downtown as well as industrial areas. "East Hill is massive," says David Glenn, a real estate broker with Coldwell Banker Danforth, who also has 15 years of experience as a contractor. "There are massively more people and more infrastructure and stores, compared to West Hill."
Gridded streets and well-maintained sidewalks set the stage for East Hill's residential areas, which are found on both sides of state Route 516, apart from the retail corridor along state Route 515, which runs north-to-south. Some properties have hillside lots with scenic views. "On the west side of East Hill, you'd face the Olympics," Glenn says. "South would be facing Rainier; it sticks out. People say, 'the mountain is out.'"
Among examples of 20th-century architecture are ramblers, bungalows and split levels, priced from about $440,000 to $875,000. Developments from the 2020s include landscaped, walkable subdivisions full of single-family homes. The houses are priced from about $690,000 to $1.1 million and have contemporary designs, two-car garages and monthly homeowners association fees of about $60 to $140. Condos and townhouses are about $300,000 to $700,000.
Public schools include East Hill Elementary School, which has a C grade from Niche. Meeker Middle School, with a B-minus and Kent-Meridian High School, with a B, both offer dual language programs in Spanish. Located at the high school, the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center showcases student productions and year-round entertainment by local, national and international acts. Competition and community fundraiser Kent Has Talent is a crowd-pleaser.
Venues across the city support Kent's community events. In East Hill, the Iraqi Community Center of Washington offers educational programs, community events and festivals. Kent Winterfest is a month-long celebration with a tree-lighting festival, parade and a holiday craft market at the Kent Senior Activity Center. In the spring and summer, the Kent Historical Museum promotes local artists at a monthly open mic. Picnic performances and family date nights are themes for the city's summer concert series.
Strip malls are fairly common in Kent, and East Hill's have a wide range of international businesses and diverse cuisines. There are also national brands and chain restaurants. Ivar's Seafood Bar features fried fish and chowders, and Golden Steer Steak & Rib House has bar-side live music and specialty nights like Spaghetti Mondays and karaoke on Fridays. Grocery stores include Asia Pacific Market, Grocery Outlet, Fred Meyer and Byblos Mediterranean Market.
Downtown, the Kent Station Shopping Center has more than 50 businesses, an AMC movie theater, and mixed-use elements, such as a branch campus of Green River College and the Dwell Apartments.
The city of Kent has dozens of parks and recreational sites. The 104-acre Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park features environmental art created by Bauhaus designer Herbert Bayer. The aesthetic landscaping also manages rainwater runoff along the hillside canyon. The park has about 2 miles of trails, ideal for wildlife viewing. Morrill Meadows Dog Park is an off-leash play space with a sizable section for small or shy dogs.
In the southwest section of the area is a portion of the Green River Trail, which stretches 19 miles from Duwamish Waterway in Tukwila. A capital project plans to extend the trail to Flaming Geyser State Park, which is about 15 miles from East Hill.
The Kent Valley is the nation's third-largest distribution and warehouse area, with numerous industrial and manufacturing sites. "Most of Kent is pretty blue collar, and we are pretty packed in here," Glenn says. State Route 516 runs through East Hill and, like state Route 167, is a significant resource for transportation and shipping. There is train service at Kent Station, and King County Metro bus stops are found on numerous streets. Downtown Seattle is about 20 miles away via Interstate 5. For a short commute, employment sites in Kent include Boeing's Integrated Defense Systems, BNSF Railway freight, a Starbucks Roasting Plant and the headquarters of Oberto Sausage Company.
Kent's ShoWare Center is a top draw for concerts, sports and community events such as high school graduations. The minor-league hockey team, the Seattle Thunderbirds, plays home games here during the season. When the Thunderbirds are in town, the area around Kent Station is swamped; parking lots fill up, and there are restaurant lines. ShoWare also hosts the Tacoma Stars, a professional indoor soccer team.
Fans of drag racing and motocross head to the iconic Pacific Raceways track, about 7 miles from East Hill. People who want to get behind the wheel themselves stop by PGP Motorsports Park to race go-karts.
Trisha Adams
RE/MAX Northwest
(253) 867-9866
108 Total Sales
3 in East Hill
$360K - $820K Price Range
Tiffany Weil
Realty One Group Turn Key
(360) 504-4072
35 Total Sales
1 in East Hill
$500,000 Price
Tawnia Coulter
Coldwell Banker Bain
(206) 889-6146
98 Total Sales
2 in East Hill
$181K - $600K Price Range
Emily Butts
Tribeca NW Real Estate
(509) 776-7938
23 Total Sales
2 in East Hill
$625K - $700K Price Range
Normajean Jacobs
Better Properties Kitsap
(425) 230-3289
42 Total Sales
2 in East Hill
$285K - $335K Price Range
Kathryn Kleber
Keller Williams Realty PS
(206) 460-1987
150 Total Sales
3 in East Hill
$459K - $775K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Hill | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in East Hill, Kent sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in East Hill, Kent over the last 12 months is $650,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$310,000
Welcome to the Anderson Condo: an updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offering effortless ground-floor living with no stairs! Inside you’ll find a spacious layout with fresh updates including new kitchen cabinets, plank flooring, and fresh paint. Clothes lovers will adore the enormous walk-in closet, while the primary suite offers a flexible nook for a workspace or vanity. Free standing stove for a
$465,000
Quiet Townhome community in Kent with private attached 2 car garage and fenced yard. From the covered front porch you'll enter into the first of 2 living rooms. You'll be greeted with soaring ceilings and a cozy fireplace. Around the corner you'll find an open concept kitchen and the second living room and half bath. The kitchen has all appliances included, a pantry and a peninsula with space for
Dustin Elliott Windermere Prof Partners
$595,000
Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom rambler—move-in ready and perfectly priced! Featuring a spacious layout with a functional kitchen, updated bathrooms, and a versatile family/bonus room ideal for entertaining. Set on a level corner lot with a fenced yard, RV parking, plenty of off-street parking, and a convenient carport. Located in the sought-after Kent school district with easy access to
Arya Vaibhav Dulay Homes LLC
$334,950
Welcome to this spacious & well-maintained condo in the heart of Kent! Step into a bright, open layout featuring a cozy fireplace, large living & dining areas, and private balcony w/peaceful greenbelt views. All generously sized beds, offering comfort and flexibility. The oversized primary includes a full ensuite bath and closet space for privacy and convenience. You’ll love the abundance of
$299,800
$2,500 Buyer Credit! No Special Assessments! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome in the desirable Kent Hill Townhomes community is move-in ready. Enjoy a modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and sleek bamboo-style flooring on the main level. Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with contemporary finishes. Step outside to your private
$285,000
Discover the perfect canvas for your dream home on this beautiful lot. Nestled in a serene location, this property offers convenience, new neighborhood, and the ideal location for your new home. The gradual sloped terrain provides a seamless setting for a spacious home with daylight basement potential—perfect for additional living space, multi-generational living, a home theater, or a gym. Enjoy
$1,598 - $2,586 per month
$2,950 per month
Available 11.1 Single family home 3 bedroom and 2 bathrooms. Offering an open concept living-dining area, chef’s kitchen with island and pantry, and direct access to the level, fenced backyard. Three good-sized bedrooms, including the primary with walk-in closet and 4-piece bath. Heat Pump with Central A/C keeps you comfortable year-round. Easy access to shopping, freeways and more. Don’t miss
Jennie Ugaitafa Block Property Mgmt. Solutions
$1,685 - $4,360 per month
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Charming homes and abundant amenities in the heart of Kent
A mix of residential and industrial, south of downtown Kent
More rentals than home sales in a mainly industrial area north of downtown Kent
Hilly suburb neighborhood close to downtown Kent
