Tammy Hatch
HomeSmart Realty Group
(206) 466-3453
101 Total Sales
1 in Lower Kennydale
$675,000 Price
Lower Kennydale
If you’re looking for the waterfront views comparable to those of Seattle, a vibrant shopping scene on par with Bellevue, and a suburban quiet unique to this part of King County, Renton’s Lower Kennydale neighborhood offers all of these within its small boundaries.
Kennydale owes its origins to Seattle’s population boom at the dawn of the 20th century, partly caused by the Klondike Gold Rush. The developer struck gold when he cleared this lakeside stretch and named it after his wife’s maiden name, Kenny; Kennydale has become one of the Seattle metro area’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods in recent years. Commanding views of Lake Washington and easy access to major parks have beautified Lower Kennydale, while adjacency to Interstate 405 has transformed Lower Kennydale into a commuter hub.
Lower Kennydale’s housing market reflects the neighborhood’s origins and growth. Realtor Ade Juwono of Realty Executives says, “The housing is a mixture of homes from the 1900s and 1960s, with some modern houses; about five years ago, Kennydale became really popular.” Home styles from ranches to colonials and contemporary residences line Lower Kennydale’s streets. Juwono adds, “You have houses with older character, as well as modern houses, and sometimes homes on the hill overlooking Lake Washington.” Lower Kennydale’s scenery and variety of housing styles have helped forge a booming housing market. “Within Renton, Kennydale is the most popular neighborhood; it’s housing median of $950,000 is much higher than Renton’s average of $750,000,” Juwono says. “Kennydale’s median was once $600,000, showing how much we’ve grown in the past five years.”
Residents of Lower Kennydale can leave their quiet neighborhood to enjoy the vibrant shopping and dining scenes of Downtown Renton to the south. Juwono relates, “To shop and eat, you want to go to the Landing. You can watch movies, there’s a great bubble tea spot, there’s Dough Zone, and The Rock wood-fire pizza, and you’d better check out Vino if you like wine and happy hour.” In addition to a wealth of culinary options, The Landing also houses a Target, a Marshalls, and a Lowe’s for all your home needs. The Landing, like Lower Kennydale, is undergoing its own revival. Juwono says, “The newest addition around the landing, Topgolf, is the first one in Washington; if you like golfing, you will like this place. It has climate control, good food, and good music; you just need to go with good company!”
Lower Kennydale’s parks offer a great degree of local recreation, from the waterfront Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park to the inland trails of May Creek Park. Juwono says, “Coulon Park has a public boat launch for Lake Washington, and Coulon and Kennydale Beach Park are both awesome for Fourth of July fireworks.” Meanwhile, May Creek Park is home to winding trails that allow for hikers to explore Creekside nature and take in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Students attend the “B”-rated Kennydale Elementary School, the “B”-rated Risdon Middle School, and the “A-minus”-rated Hazen High School. Hazen High has made a name for itself as one of the most diverse, college-preparatory, and academically-excellent schools in the state.
Kennydale commuters have easy access to the Seattle metro area’s major urban centers. Juwono says, “Interstate 405 is right between Lower and Upper Kennydale, and it takes you to both Bellevue and our SeaTac airport within 15 minutes and Seattle in 30 minutes.”
From scenic views to strong schools, and from commercial opportunities to commuting conveniences, Lower Kennydale has it all.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tammy Hatch
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Mary Brubaker
Mary Brubaker
RE/MAX Northwest
(360) 467-8317
42 Total Sales
1 in Lower Kennydale
$284,950 Price
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Jason Ferrando
Jason Ferrando
Windermere Real Estate/East
(360) 572-6929
55 Total Sales
1 in Lower Kennydale
$650,000 Price
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Shanon Yop
Shanon Yop
Best Choice Realty LLC
(425) 970-8646
50 Total Sales
1 in Lower Kennydale
$695,000 Price
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Greg Hunter
Greg Hunter
Real Broker LLC
(425) 279-7037
102 Total Sales
1 in Lower Kennydale
$325,000 Price
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James Shute
James Shute
Designed Realty
(206) 889-6572
57 Total Sales
3 in Lower Kennydale
$950K - $1.2M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
Parks in this Area
May Creek Park
Madison Lane Park
Kennydale Lions Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Windtree Park
Sunset Neighborhood Park
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Beach
Transit
Lower Kennydale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Kennydale, Renton sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Kennydale, Renton over the last 12 months is $857,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$912,000
Median Sale Price
$857,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$972,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$687,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$382,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
58
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$464
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,407
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,093
Above the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,589
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
968
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
652
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Saturday, Sep 202 - 4pm
$1,369,888
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 3,073 Sq Ft
- 1913 NE 32nd St
- New 17 days ago
Location meets Sophistication, All the right touches! This immaculate 4BD/2.5BA two-story w/NO HOA’s & $75K+ in updates! Kitchen & baths feature new quartz counters, appliances, carpet & baseboards. Downstairs hardwoods refinished, extending up the stairs for a seamless flow. Spacious primary suite boasts spa-like 5-piece bath & walk-in closet. The home offers vaulted ceilings, cozy gas
Jon Van Gieson Better Properties N. Proctor
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Saturday, Sep 2012 - 4pm
$547,950
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 830 Sq Ft
- 1617 NE 28th St
- New 1 day ago
Affordable , north kennydale single family home .Remodeled and ready to move in! Great house in great location, fully remodeled including new roof,carpet and full interior paint . 2 bd 1 full bath, fenced rear yard. gas heat . gas hot water and cook top. new refer, dish washer,garbage disposal and wash/ dryer included. updated kitchen cabinets, windows, lighting , exterior siding too. kitchen
Mark Barron Windermere RE West Campus Inc
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Saturday, Sep 201 - 3pm
$575,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,276 Sq Ft
- 1800 NE 40th St
- Unit C1
- New 1 day ago
3BR/2.25BA townhome in Williamsburg Condos! Open layout with bright kitchen, stainless appliances & dining area flows to living room with cozy fireplace & deck overlooking greenbelt. Spacious primary suite w/private bath & walk-in closet plus 2 add’l bedrooms for office or guests. Fresh paint, stylish flooring & move-in ready feel. 2-car garage w/great storage. Fantastic location near The
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Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,065,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,150 Sq Ft
- 2414 Kennewick Place NE
- New 9 days ago
Great tri-level home located on a cul-de-sac in the desirable neighborhood of Kennydale! Step into a welcoming entryway w/ vaulted ceilings that set the tone for the thoughtful floor plan throughout. This home showcases soaring ceilings, skylights & inviting living spaces filled w/ natural light. The spacious kitchen has warm-toned cabinetry, SS appliances & bar seating—perfect for everyday
Jon Bye John L. Scott, Inc
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$380,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 938 Sq Ft
- 5000 Lake Washington Blvd NE
- Unit C202
- New 15 days ago
Welcome home to this beautiful and spacious 2-bedroom unit in NorthRenton at a front row seat for a Lake WA view and the Seahawks trainingfacility! This home features an open kitchen, a light-filled dining roomand a generous living room w/ wood burning fireplace. Large west facingcovered deck w/ storage closet. Fresh paint and carpet throughout.Newer range, fridge and washer/dryer. Enjoy
Godwin Moy DBW Private Brokerage LLC
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$720,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,950 Sq Ft
- 2944 Kennewick Place NE
- New 23 days ago
Nestled in sought after Kennydale, this 3BD/3BA townhome in the boutique Canyon Oaks community lives like a SFH with a large private courtyard, two expansive balconies overlooking the May Creek reserve and a fully finished and insulated two-car garage. Inside you'll find a spacious living room with soaring ceilings, formal dining, a huge flex/loft space perfect for a home office or gym or third
Dina Mathews Keller Williams North Seattle
Homes for Rent
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$4,650 per month
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,240 Sq Ft
- 1200 Monterey Ave NE
- Renton, WA
Custom-built Upper Kennydale home with views of Lake Washington and the Olympics. A custom front door opens to an expansive entertaining area with an oversized kitchen, quartz island, oversized refrigerator and ss appliances. Main-floor bedroom/office with adjacent 3/4 bath. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts a huge walk-in closet and a spa bath with heated floors 3rd massage tub. Large bonus
Jodi Schatz Windermere PM/Lori Gill Assoc.
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$3,700 per month
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,990 Sq Ft
- 2531 Blaine Ave NE
- Renton, WA
Available 9/6: Well cared for 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with central AC. Enjoy a low-maintenance yard with turf, multi-level decks, firepit, and patios. The bright kitchen features white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, gas range, granite counters, and an island with eating space. An eating nook opens to the family room with gas fireplace. First level includes living/dining rooms, half bath,
Laurie Rohrich Windermere PM/Lori Gill Assoc.
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,751
Median Age
41
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$120,234
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$149,059
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.2%
College Graduates
44.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.8%
% Population in Labor Force
68.6%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 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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