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Dunlap

Dunlap

Suburban Neighborhood in Seattle, Washington

King County 98118

Neighborhood Reviews
3.4
$758,218 Average Value
$484 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Nestled along scenic Lake Washington, Dunlap offers spacious homes with tons of outdoor recreation at your fingertips. This small community is located above Rainier Beach, with a lakeside location that puts a variety of parks and beaches right at your fingertips.

Much of Dunlap is residential, with single-family homes and towering trees lining the roads, many of which ending in cul-de-sacs that provide some quietness off the beaten path. 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 mid-century 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.

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 an 11-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. Many students will likely attend Alan T. Sugiyama High School, which has a college and career pathway for students to properly prepare for the next stage in their academic careers. Nearby Rainier Beach High School offers students a rigorous curriculum, which can include International Baccalaureate classes and a mentoring program for incoming students.

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.

Many of the neighborhood’s shops and dining will be along Rainier Ave. 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.

Dunlap is conveniently located minutes from I-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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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Howard Veal

    Howard Veal

    Keller Williams Realty PS

    (425) 598-0181

    35 Total Sales

    1 in Dunlap

    $430,000 Price

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  • Christina McDonald

    Christina McDonald

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    (206) 312-4528

    73 Total Sales

    1 in Dunlap

    $575,000 Price

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  • Daniel Mellor

    Daniel Mellor

    Engel & Volkers North Cascades

    (425) 242-6589

    100 Total Sales

    1 in Dunlap

    $271,500 Price

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  • Lanae Miller

    Lanae Miller

    KW Mountains to Sound Realty

    (206) 693-4209

    63 Total Sales

    1 in Dunlap

    $470,000 Price

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  • Ted Meenk

    Ted Meenk

    RE/MAX Northwest

    (206) 678-0757

    71 Total Sales

    1 in Dunlap

    $315,000 Price

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  • Greg Pubols

    Greg Pubols

    Century 21 Blue Chip

    (253) 237-8321

    132 Total Sales

    1 in Dunlap

    $325,000 Price

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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

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S Henderson St & Rainier Ave S

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S Henderson St & 48th Ave S

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Seward Park Ave S & S Fisher Pl

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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
3/12/2015 Niche Review
I would like to see new options and concepts. Also a good happy our would attract more visitors.
1.0 Niche User
6/16/2014 Niche Review
My iphone was stolen out of my hands while riding the bus home. Many areas near me are hot spots for strong arm robberies.
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
Either you inhabit the ritzy houses near Lake Washington, or the run-down projects. Hard to find affordable, in-between housing.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Dunlap US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Dunlap Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Dunlap, Seattle sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Dunlap, Seattle over the last 12 months is $618,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$629,000
Median Sale Price
$618,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$674,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$511,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$569,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$484

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,144
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,728
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,320
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,043
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
624
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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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®

60 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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