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Dunlap

Dunlap

Suburban Neighborhood in Seattle, Washington

King County 98118
3.4
$758,955 Average Value
$465 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Dunlap is a small community by Rainier Beach on Lake Washington

Nestled along scenic Lake Washington, Dunlap offers spacious homes and tons of outdoor recreation, with parks and lakes at your fingertips. This small community has a lakeside location above Rainier Beach. Much of Dunlap is residential, with single-family homes and towering trees lining the roads. Cul-de-sacs are common and provide some quietness off the beaten path.

Lakeside homes with private docks line Lake Washington near Dunlap.
Lakeside homes with private docks line Lake Washington near Dunlap.
Cul-de-sacs and colorful homes are common across Dunlap's streets.
Cul-de-sacs and colorful homes are common across Dunlap's streets.
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Craftsmans, midcentury modern homes, condos and some rentals

Most of the properties in the neighborhood are available to buy, but there are a few rental properties and apartments. Single-family homes often sit on spacious lots, with varying architectural styles ranging from midcentury modern homes with large windows that let in plenty of natural light to Craftsman houses and more. Condominium units in the neighborhood provide unparalleled lake views and often feature modern interior features. If you want to be close to the beach, you can find a spacious estate that’s just a minute’s walk away for $2.8 million.

A picket fence frames a classic home on a quiet Dunlap street.
A picket fence frames a classic home on a quiet Dunlap street.
Colorful bungalows are common on Dunlap side streets.
Colorful bungalows are common on Dunlap side streets.
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Students may enroll in the Seattle Public Schools district

There are several public schools within the neighborhood that are part of the Seattle Public Schools district. Many students will be able to walk to class if they attend Dunlap Elementary School, which is located in the heart of the neighborhood. Dunlap is a B-rated school, according to Niche, boasting a 10-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. Aki Kurose Middle School has receives a B-minus. Rainier Beach High School, with a B ranking, offers students a rigorous curriculum, which can include International Baccalaureate classes.

Dunlap Elementary sits in the heart of the Dunlap neighborhood.
Dunlap Elementary sits in the heart of the Dunlap neighborhood.
Aki Kurose Middle School serves students near Rainier Beach and Dunlap.
Aki Kurose Middle School serves students near Rainier Beach and Dunlap.
Rainier Beach High School offers a rigorous curriculum with IB classes.
Rainier Beach High School offers a rigorous curriculum with IB classes.
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Recreational spots include lakefront parks and a pool

There are plenty of spaces around for outdoor recreation. Located across from the community center, Rainier Beach Playfield is an expansive outdoor area that features a playground, tennis and pickleball courts and athletic fields. The Rainier Beach Pool is an indoor facility that offers various aquatics programs and lessons for people of all ages. Residents looking for outdoor fun near the water are also minutes away from the shores of Lake Washington, where there are several lakefront parks, including Be’er Sheva Park and Pritchard Island Beach.

Rainier Beach Playfield has a playground, courts, and open fields.
Rainier Beach Playfield has a playground, courts, and open fields.
Be'er Sheva Park is a lakefront green space on Lake Washington near Rainier Beach.
Be'er Sheva Park is a lakefront green space on Lake Washington near Rainier Beach.
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Places to pick up groceries or sample international cuisines

Many of the neighborhood’s shops and dining will be along Rainier Avenue. Dunlap is home to some of the most diverse eateries in the area, including Ethiopian fare at Capri or Sunset Café to barbecue pork buns at Umami Kushi. If you want East African cuisine, you can dine at Qeerroo Restaurant or Mama Sambusa. There are several fast food options around as well if you want a meal on the go. Need groceries for tonight’s dinner? You can head to Safeway for fresh produce and baked goods and there are also several mini markets parsed throughout the neighborhood.

Bus service and convenient proximity to the interstate

Dunlap is conveniently located minutes from Interstate 5, allowing easy access to Downtown Seattle. There is ample public transportation around as well, including several stops along Martin Luther King Jr. Way.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

17 min drive

Subway

Rainier Beach

Subway

St Light Rail & Rainier Beach Station (Nb)

Bus

S Henderson St & Renton Ave S

Bus

S Henderson St & Rainier Ave S

Bus

S Henderson St & 48th Ave S

Bus

Seward Park Ave S & S Fisher Pl

Bus

Martin L King Jr Way S & S Henderson St

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Martin L King Jr Way S & S Thistle St

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Rainier Ave S & Seward Park Ave S

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 23 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
1/27/2015 Niche Review
In the south of the city not so much. But in the city it's is very eventful.
3.0 Niche User
6/16/2014 Niche Review
Either you inhabit the ritzy houses near Lake Washington, or the run-down projects. Hard to find affordable, in-between housing.
2.0 Niche User
6/16/2014 Niche Review
Rainier Beach is not a thriving neighborhood. Most large and well known companies are located in downtown Seattle, or in just better neighborhoods. Unless you wish to work for a fast food chain or mini-market, Rainier Beach has nothing to offer in terms of good paying, interesting jobs.
3.0 Niche User
6/16/2014 Niche Review
Very family orientated community. Frequently see families together at the parks. The Community Center seems to host many events weekly.
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Dunlap Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$599,950
Median Sale Price
$607,475
Median Single Family Sale Price
$639,850
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$492,450
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$519,975
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$465

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,154
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,727
Below the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,316
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,049
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
631
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,882
Median Age
38
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$93,621
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,125

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.6%
Advanced Degrees
11.5%
% Population in Labor Force
76.2%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

61 / 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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