Why Live in Talbot
Talbot, a neighborhood in Renton, offers a suburban feel with quick access to Lake Washington. The streets of Talbot zig-zag, with Talbot Road winding south through the community. Homes range from mid-to-late twentieth-century bungalows, ranches, and foursquares, featuring both attached and detached garages. The northern half of the neighborhood has limited street parking, while the southern end provides ample space for visitors. Yards vary in size, with some large enough for hosting gatherings. Talbot Hill Elementary, Nelson Middle, and Lindbergh Senior High School serve the area, with the latter preparing students well for graduation and advanced courses. Thomas Teasdale Park, adjacent to Talbot Hill Elementary, offers picnic tables, grills, a playground, and a ball field. Victoria Park Children’s Park provides additional play areas with dense evergreen shade. Local dining options include Double Wired Espresso, Feast Buffet, and Sansonina Ristorante Italiano. Grocery needs are met with a three-mile drive to Fred Meyer and Uwajimaya Renton. For home projects, Home Depot and Walmart are nearby. Recreational activities include Top Golf and the waterfront at Lake Washington, just four miles north. Residents can enjoy fishing at Gene Coulon Beach or walking the pier trail. Talbot is continually improving with ongoing city projects, making it a well-rounded suburban neighborhood with various features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Talbot a good place to live?
Talbot is a good place to live. Talbot is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Talbot has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.6 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $117,529 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 38.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Talbot are home owners, with 47.2% of residents renting and 52.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Talbot can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Talbot neighborhood guide.
Is Talbot, WA a safe neighborhood?
Talbot, WA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Talbot?
The median home price in Talbot is $335,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Talbot. The average household income in Talbot is $118K.
What are the best public schools in Talbot?
The best public schools that serve Talbot are:
What are the best private schools in Talbot?
The best private schools that serve Talbot are:
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Are home prices dropping in Talbot?
Yes, home prices in Talbot are down 25% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Talbot, WA
On average, homes in Talbot, Renton sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Talbot, Renton over the last 12 months is $284,500, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$284,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$314,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$445,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$265,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$240,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
59
Median List Price
$335,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%