A Beginner’s Guide to Renton: Everything You Need to Know Before You Moving

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Are you considering a move to Renton,Washington? Or perhaps you are a new resident looking to get acquainted with your surroundings? Either way, this guide will help you navigate everything you need to know about living in Renton - from the city's overview to popular neighborhoods and the cost of living.

Renton City Overview

Renton, WA is known for being the final assembly point for the Boeing 737 family of commercial planes. There are about around 107,000 residents, so this mid-sized city will give you the feeling of a larger city without nearly as many people. Renton is home to the training facility for the NFL team Seattle Seahawks. Another cool tidbit is that it is the resting place of famous musician Jimi Hendrix.

Popular Neighborhoods in and around Renton

If you are looking to buy a house or rent a place, it's important to know the popular neighborhoods and their property values. Here are some popular neighborhoods in and around Renton:

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• Highlands: This neighborhood has a median sale price of $677,000 and a compete score of 84/100.
• Kennydale: This neighborhood has a median sale price of $900,500 and a compete score of 87/100.
• Rainier Beach: This neighborhood has a median sale price of $763,800 and a compete score of 82/100.
• Benson Hill
• Rainier Valley

What is there to do in Renton,Washington?

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There are many places to visit in Renton, WA that will please anyone moving to the area, whether that's checking out museums like the Renton Historical Museum or performing arts venues like Renton Civic Theatre and Carco Theatre. You can also find plenty of nature preserves and parks in Renton. Make sure to spend time exploring green spaces such as Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, Petrovitsky Park, and Gene Coulon Park Playground. For a taste of Renton's cuisine, there are a handful of local eateries you don't want to skip like Apogee Pub & Restaurant, Vince's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, and KC's Seafood Restaurant.

Renton Migration Trends

In Jun '23 - Aug '23, 19% of Renton homebuyers searched to move out of Renton, while 81% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.

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Where are people moving to Renton from?

• Across the nation, 4% of homebuyers searched to move into Renton from outside metros.
• Louisville homebuyers searched to move into Renton more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Los Angeles.

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