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Covington, WA

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Bask in natural beauty and small-town community in King County

Suburban Scenic Growing Mountain Views Active Welcoming Close-Knit Convenient

Situated between Seattle and Tacoma, Covington is a scenic suburb experiencing rapid growth while maintaining a small-town feel. Covington’s residential neighborhoods are enveloped in lush natural beauty and numerous shopping centers boast an array of retail delights.

Covington fosters a strong sense of community through special events, such as the Covington Days Festival, Summer Concert Series, and a bevy of fun poolside events at the Covington Aquatic Center. Covington is within minutes of outdoor destinations like Lake Meridian Park, Lake Wilderness Park, Tiger Mountain State Forest, and Mount Rainier National Park. Getting around from Covington is easy with access to Route 18 and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Covington, WA is $2,024 for one bedroom, $2,275 for two bedrooms, and $2,587 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Covington has increased by 2.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,024/month
774 Sq Ft
House
$3,248/month
2,060 Sq Ft
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Transportation

42

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Covington Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

631 Students

6
out of 10

Crestwood Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

491 Students

5
out of 10

Cedar Valley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

258 Students

5
out of 10

Jenkins Creek Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

437 Students

4
out of 10

Maple View Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,009 Students

7
out of 10

Mattson Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

617 Students

4
out of 10

Cedar Heights Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

605 Students

4
out of 10

Kentwood High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,733 Students

6
out of 10

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