A quiet residential community just north of downtown Kent
North Park holds space for residents who want to live outside downtown Kent without the noise and chaos of living at the city center. The predominantly residential neighborhood makes it easy to shop, dine and play just a short distance from home.
Modestly priced homes in North Park's residential areas
North Park’s midcentury modern, cottage and ranch-style properties tend to cost anywhere from $342,000 to $550,000. Homes typically sit on the market for 22 days before they sell. The CAP Index gives North Park a score of 6, which is slightly above the national average of 4.
Unique local parks in the neighborhood
Attractive parks and fun recreation opportunities are aplenty in North Park. Rosebed Park is the city of Kent’s first and oldest park and its rose bushes come to life with beautiful blooms in the warmer months. Commons Neighborhood Park includes a community garden. Kiwanis Tot Park #2 provides a small space for the younger kids to play. Kent Memorial Park is popular for leisure sports such as baseball, softball and wiffle ball. Kherson Park features a cute space theme with NASA-inspired play structure, a life-size astronaut statue and a moon mural. For indoor exercise and recreation, the nearby Kent Commons Community Center has racquetball courts, a weight room and two differently sized gyms. Kent Bowl is the closest spot in town to play a game of bowling.
Places to eat and shop near North Park
Because North Park is an exclusively residential neighborhood, shopping and dining needs require a short trip south to the downtown commercial district. This is where diners can enjoy meals at spots like . Sweet treats are sold by the piece or the box at See’s Candies and . Safeway, Public Halal Market and Hong Kong Market cover a variety of grocery needs. The Kent Station shopping center includes more shops and restaurants as well as a movie theater. It also pulls double duty as an event venue, with past activities including a school supply drive and a Valentine’s Day Date Night.
Attending Kent public schools and Green River Community College
Students are zoned for the Kent School District. This includes Park Orchard Elementary School, which was rated C-plus by Niche, and Mill Creek Middle School holds a C-grade. Kent-Meridian High School earns a B-minus and features a Highly Capable program that provides exceptionally rigorous courses. Green River Community College has a campus in Kent right by North Park. With a smaller space than its main campus in Auburn, students can enjoy a friendly academic experience as they pursue higher education.
Local attractions plus citywide events in Kent
In March, the Kent Cider and Ale Trail sees the local businesses host cideries and breweries. The accesso ShoWare Center is home to hockey team Seattle Thunderbirds and indoor soccer team Tacoma Stars. It also serves as a venue for events like live concerts and the Kent International Festival.
Public transit
State Route 167 runs along the edge of North Park. Public bus stops line many of the neighborhood streets, including the busy W James Street. The Kent Rail Station offers train service. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport can be reached in about 17 minutes.
Crime
First Street data suggests moderate levels of risk for flooding and heat while air quality is a severe level.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,181
Median Age
37
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,567
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,101
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.5%
College Graduates
11.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
% Population in Labor Force
51.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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