$532,660Average Value$365Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Residential life close to major Washington cities
Among the hills in Kent Valley, and close to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Riverfront offers its residents quiet living in Washington with easy access to both major cities of Seattle and Tacoma. With the Green River wining along parts of its northeastern boundary, Washingtonians are drawn to the neighborhood due to its convenient location and views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Mountains in the distance. “The cost of living and rentals here are lower,” says Betina Finley, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Bain of Bellevue who also grew up in the area. “Many people who work at the airport can walk to it, and there’s a whole community built on the hillside. Some people don’t even know it’s up there and has those views of the mountains. It’s such a gem and people don’t know it.”
Riverfront lives up to its name as almost every home is located right on or near the river.
The Highline College campus near Riverfront is bustling with students when school's in session.
1/2
Homes above the Mount Rainier fog
Condos in Riverfront typically sell for between $300,000 and $500,000, while single-family homes usually fall between $500,000 and $700,000. Some larger properties, depending on acreage and views of the landscape, have sold for $800,000 or more. Ranch homes, custom architecture, split-levels and more traditional styles are common along Riverfront’s streets, some on the waterfront, and the most popular properties are those overlooking the peaks to the east. “Parts of the area have stunning views looking over the Cascade Mountains,” Finley says. “The SeaTac area is on a ridge up on a hill, so they have spectacular views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Mountains. It’s surprisingly quiet, too. Residents don’t hear the air traffic because the planes landing over SeaTac are west of or right over the airport.” Angle Lake, just north, offers a manufactured home park, and some of the homes in Riverfront proper sit in pockets of evergreen trees.
Rows of wood panel homes line the streets of the Riverfront neighborhood.
Home with a beautiful garden and yard in the Riverfront neighborhood.
1/2
Education close to Riverfront
Within the Kent School District, Neely-O’Brien Elementary School is where students can start their educational journey. From kindergarten through sixth grade, enrollment at the school has a student-to-teacher ratio of 14 to one and Neely-O’Brien receives a C from Niche. Mill Creek Middle School also garners a C, serving seventh and eighth-grade students. Kent-Meridian High School is graded a B by Niche for its service of ninth through 12th grade, and the home of the Royals offers such athletic programs as cross-country, basketball, baseball and softball.
Exterior
Mill Creek Middle School
1/2
Skipping flat rocks across Green River
Go down to where the cool water flows on the Green River, where residents can walk or bike along its shores and visit several parks located along its path. That includes Van Doren’s Landing Park, a 10.2-acre space just east of Riverfront that offers a mini replica playground version of Mount Rainier, picnic areas and also acts as a Green River Trail access point. Toward the eastern side of Riverfront’s upper half, Valley Floor Community Park stretches across more than 40 acres, while in the south the Grandview Off-Leash Dog Park is a place for furry friends to run around.
Running along the north east side of the Riverfront neighborhood is the scenic Green River.
Near Riverfront, Van Doren's Landing Park offers wide trails for folks to ride their bikes on.
1/2
Shopping and dining outside of Riverfront
Across Interstate 5 is where residents of Riverfront will find most of their commercial outlets. A California Burrito, Walgreens and Dollar Tree are all to the immediate west and southwest, and there are more outlets closer to downtown Kent. Indian Bistro and Church’s Texas Chicken are also nearby, while the St. John’s Barber Shop is a convenient stop for a haircut or shave. A Safeway to the southeast serves general necessity needs as well. Egghole, about 10 minutes from the dog park, specializes in unique egg-related dishes and has an expansive beer selection as well. “Southcenter Mall is just down the hill, too,” Finley says. “It’s convenient for shopping and there’s restaurants and retail along International Boulevard.”
At St Johns Barber Shop near Riverfront, you're sure to get a fresh cut and friendly service.
Riverfront residents looking for outdoor clothing can head to the Outdoor Research Outlet Store.
1/2
Finding local flair around the SeaTac area
Kent Station, a shopping center just east of Riverfront, doesn’t just offer outlets for dining, shopping, home goods and apparel. The hub also offers events for holidays like Easter, as well as a summer concert series with free admission. Robert Morris Earthwork is a natural art installation that has a spot on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kent Valley Ice Centre offers an ice rink of NHL-regulation size, as well as batting cages, a sports bar and more. Just southeast sits the accesso ShoWare Center, where concerts are held and the Western Hockey League’s Seattle Thunderbirds play
Getting around the SeaTac region
Interstate 5 makes up the entire western boundary of the Riverfront neighborhood, running between San Diego and the Canadian border in its entirety. “SeaTac to Seattle is about 20 minutes,” Finley says. “The 509 runs north to south and gets into Seattle that way, and it’s much quicker. It also connects people south to Tacoma.” International Boulevard runs parallel east of I-5. “The convenience of the area is proximity to freeways,” Finley says. “Headed west, it’s probably only 10-15 minutes from Puget Sound, so there’s beaches and other lovely spots.” The Sounder and Angle Lake Light Rail stations are also relatively nearby, meaning it’s a very short jaunt over to the airport.
The Riverfront neighborhood has easy access to the I-5 freeway.
A short trip from the Riverfront community is the Angle Lake Light Rail Station.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Howard Veal,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Valley Floor Community Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Van Doren's Landing Park
Bike Trails
Grills
Picnic Area
Angle Lake Park
Beach
Playground
Waterpark
Grandview Dog Park
Dog Park
Trails
Parking Lot
Robert Morris Earthwork
Trails
Events
Nature Center
Russell Woods Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Parking Lot
Earthwork Robert Morris
Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
15 min drive
Bus
S 212th St & Riverview Blvd S
Bus
S 212th St & 42nd Ave S
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Riverfront
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverfront, Seatac sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Riverfront, Seatac over the last 12 months is $488,508, down 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This charming 1-bedroom condo offers abundant natural light and a spacious layout. The open-concept living room boasts a cozy fireplace and dining area, while the large kitchen shines with stainless steel appliances, slate countertops, and a breakfast bar. The bedroom features a walk-in closet, with a roomy bath and separate laundry room for added convenience. Step out onto the oversized deck,
Welcome to this ground level unit in a private, tranquil and conveniently located Viewcrest. This charming and well maintained 2-bed, 2-full bath condo features professionally painted interior, newly installed window blinds and brand new laminate flooring in the living room, dining area and hallway. Open concept floor plan connects the warm and inviting living room with a cozy fireplace and large
Aspens at Belvedere offers a variety of luxurious upgrades including walk-in closets, roman soaking tubs, stainless-style appliance packages, spacious pantries and electric fireplaces. Choose Aspens at Belvedere for our park-like setting, spectacular views of Mt. Rainer, basketball court, playground and unbeatable location. We are located just miles for downtown Seattle, minutes away from
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Howard Veal,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,325
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,051
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,979
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
38.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.7%
Above 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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
