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Thorndyke

Thorndyke

Suburban Neighborhood in Tukwila, Washington

King County 98168, 98188
$736,216 Average Value
$357 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

The community of Thorndyke is a residential neighborhood located within the city of Tukwila. Situated south of Seattle and in direct proximity to two airports, four major highways and multiple seaports, this region of Washington is known for being the heart of commerce. Providing a robust economy for small-business owners, plenty of opportunities for employment and an ever-buzzing air of innovation, the community of Thorndyke offers a quiet home-base right next door to this bustling city.

Housing here includes single-family homes and town house options in a variety of styles. Prospective buyers can choose from minimalist designs like duplexes, cottages and ramblers, as well as larger custom-build new construction options. The average sales price in Thorndyke is $765,000, but price points can range from $426,000 to $1.6 million depending on the age, size and condition of the property. For those looking for smaller alternatives, this area also offers a range of apartment options too.

Youth in Thorndyke attend public schools within the Tukwila School District, like Thorndyke Elementary, Showalter Middle and Foster Senior High. Serving over 2500 students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grades, the Tukwila School District boasts a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1 and was ranked as the fifth most diverse district in the state by Niche.com. For overall performance, Thorndyke Elementary and Showalter Middle School both received rankings of ‘C-minus’ from Niche, while Foster Senior High School received a ‘B-minus.’

Although Thorndyke is primarily a residential area, that doesn’t mean you’ll be isolated. With direct proximity to U.S. Route 518, Intestate-5 and Interstate-405, you can get where you need to be fast. For all your everyday essentials, a drive along Pacific Highway South offers casual and fast-food eateries, gas stations and convenience stores. A quick jaunt down I-5 will land you at the Southcenter Plaza which features big-box retailers like Target, Best Buy, The Home Depot, Costco and more. Or for additional shopping options, folks can pop over to the Westfield Southcenter Mall, where they can shop ‘til they drop at over 180 unique stores. Known as the largest mall in the Pacific Northwest, Westfield Southcenter also features 13 restaurants and an AMC movie theater too.

If shopping isn’t your forte, no sweat. Plan for an outing to Tukwila’s Museum of Flight. Less than five miles away, this museum boasts over 175 aircraft and spacecrafts to explore, plus thousands of artifacts, photos, and special exhibits. More of a sports enthusiast? Then it’s the Starfire Sports Complex for you! Featuring over 12 outdoor fields and two indoor pitches, this soccer center is bound to please. For some time in the outdoors, a visit to Tukwila Park features 6.5 acres of dense forest and plenty of beautiful mature trees. Established in 1934, this park is the oldest in the area and also includes a playground, tennis courts and several picnic shelters.

And of course, when you’re in need of a change of pace, you can catch the bus, drive or hop on the train to get where you need to be. Thinking of a longer trip? Remember, there's always the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport just minutes from your backdoor. Reserve a seat and plan your next vacation with ease. Welcome is Thorndyke, a quiet community within bustling Tukwila.

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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Sharon Mann

    Sharon Mann

    RE/MAX Eastside Brokers, Inc.

    (206) 466-3098

    56 Total Sales

    2 in Thorndyke

    $450K - $608K Price Range

    Sharon Mann
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  • Laurie Blinsmon

    Laurie Blinsmon

    COMPASS

    (253) 683-7847

    47 Total Sales

    1 in Thorndyke

    $530,000 Price

    Laurie Blinsmon
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  • Virginia Everard

    Virginia Everard

    Best Choice Realty LLC

    (970) 367-1092

    112 Total Sales

    1 in Thorndyke

    $926,000 Price

    Virginia Everard
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  • Paul Lau

    Paul Lau

    Responds Quickly

    John L. Scott Des Moines

    (206) 309-4688

    172 Total Sales

    1 in Thorndyke

    $625,000 Price

    Paul Lau
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  • Trina Tuyet Luong

    Trina Tuyet Luong

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue

    (206) 681-2754

    361 Total Sales

    1 in Thorndyke

    $300,000 Price

    Trina Tuyet Luong
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  • Greg Fredericksen

    Greg Fredericksen

    Responds Quickly

    Integris Real Estate

    (360) 634-0460

    278 Total Sales

    1 in Thorndyke

    $605,000 Price

    Greg Fredericksen
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

8 min drive

Subway

Tukwila International Boulevard

Bus

Tukwila Intl Blvd & S 152nd St

Bus

Southcenter Blvd & 42nd Ave S

Bus

Southcenter Blvd & Park Place

Bus

Tukwila Intl Blvd & S 148th St

Bus

42nd Ave S & S 148th St

Bus

Southcenter Blvd & 52nd Ave S

Bus

Tukwila International Blvd Station - Bay 2

Thorndyke Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Thorndyke, Tukwila sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Thorndyke, Tukwila over the last 12 months is $840,000, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$879,900
Median Sale Price
$840,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$883,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$649,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$357

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
491
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
3.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,004
On par with the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,984
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 13
    12 - 3pm

    3736 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188

    $989,950

    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 2,618 Sq Ft
    • 3736 Southcenter Blvd
    • New 9 days ago

    Fully furnished 4-unit compound previously operated as Airbnb. Front house: 3bd/2.5 bath main. DADU: 1bd/1ba over garage + studio/1ba at grade. 3 kitchens; 3 in-unit laundries + housekeeping laundry. Extra-tall garage and lots of on-property parking. HDR zoning with conceptual capacity for 7 townhomes; added upside via HB 1110 (Middle Housing) and the Transit District Overlay (TDO). Operate as

    Abdiwali Mohamed Skyline Properties, Inc.

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  • Saturday, Sep 13
    1 - 3pm

    3732 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188

    $649,950

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 1,750 Sq Ft
    • 3732 Southcenter Blvd
    • New 3 days ago

    Spacious modern townhouse with room to grow near Southcenter & easy walk to SeaTac Light Rail station. Built in 2017, this extra-wide 1,750 sq ft townhome feels like a spacious single-family home. With 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a freshly painted interior featuring brand new carpet and new vinyl plank floors. 1st floor bedroom has its own full bathroom, can act as 2nd primary, it’s ready for you

    Justin O'Dell Berkshire Hathaway HS NW

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,323
Median Age
38
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$70,825
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,702

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82.1%
College Graduates
18.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.4%
% Population in Labor Force
76.5%
Above 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®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

56 / 100
Source: Walk Score
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Thorndyke
Sharon Mann
RE/MAX Eastside Brokers, Inc.
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Sharon Mann
RE/MAX Eastside Brokers, Inc.
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