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Renton, WA

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Seattle suburb provides residents with natural delights.

Suburban Family-Friendly Mountain Views Nature

About 11 miles southeast of Seattle, Renton cradles the southeast shore of Lake Washington. Home to a number of parks in town and near the North Cascades, Renton delights outdoor enthusiasts with its many natural offerings. Renton’s Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park is rated one of the top five parks in the Seattle area for children by the Seattle Times.

Renton residents and visitors have the option to shop at the Landing, take in a performance at Carco Theatre or Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center, and pay homage to legendary Jimi Hendrix at his grave site in Greenwood Memorial Park.

Accessible to the 405 and I-5 as well as Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Renton allows for simple travels and commutes.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Renton, WA is $1,566 for a studio, $1,822 for one bedroom, $2,193 for two bedrooms, and $2,619 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Renton has increased by 0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,822/month
697 Sq Ft
House
$3,495/month
2,065 Sq Ft
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Transportation

58

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

40

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

48

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Maple Hills Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

436 Students

10
out of 10

Maplewood Heights Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

610 Students

9
out of 10

Apollo Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

516 Students

9
out of 10

Briarwood Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

658 Students

8
out of 10

Ridgewood Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

496 Students

7
out of 10

Maywood Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

823 Students

8
out of 10

Mcknight Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

861 Students

5
out of 10

Northwood Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

546 Students

5
out of 10

Nelsen Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

904 Students

4
out of 10

Meeker Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

603 Students

3
out of 10

Liberty Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,476 Students

9
out of 10

Hazen Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,871 Students

5
out of 10

Lindbergh Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,274 Students

4
out of 10

Renton Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,229 Students

2
out of 10

Open Door Youth Reengagement

Public

Grades 11-12

37 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Riverview Park
  • Lakeridge Park
  • Kubota Gardens
  • Pritchard Island Beach
  • Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden

Airports

  • Seattle-Tacoma International
  • Seattle Paine Field International

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