RENTON REAL ESTATE
Renton: Situated on the south shore of Lake Washington, Renton is a lakefront city with a spectacular natural backdrop formed by the Olympic and Cascade ranges and spectacular Mount Rainier. The Cedar River flows through the center of downtown and provides an abundance of natural beauty. More than 53,000 residents take pride in Renton's unique quality of life, strong sense of community and excellent business climate. The city is home to one of Boeing's giant aircraft manufacturing facilities, but takes pride in balancing the needs of business with a clean, natural environment and is committed to maintaining open space. Renton features more than 2,800 acres of parks and playgrounds. Gene Coulon Park is just one of its waterfront treasures featuring canoe and boat launches. Beautiful parks, safe neighborhoods, a growing downtown and abundant, affordable housing all make Renton a great place to work and play. As a full service and financially sound community, the city offers outstanding police and fire protection, superior street maintenance and its own supply of water that comes from an underground aquifer. The real estate market is comprised primarily of single-story homes with broad, open landscapes and tree-lined streets. Many of the homes were built in the early 1950s. Condominiums and townhouses begin in the low-$100,000s and reach up to $500,000 and more for larger units with riverfront locations. Single-family homes can be found starting in the mid-$100,000s and ranging up to $2 million and more for lakefront estates with spectacular views. Land is also available for custom building.
The Renton School District spans 32.5 square miles and serves a population of some 12,500 students in pre-K through 12th grade. Students have the choice between 13 elementary schools, three middle schools and four high schools. The district proudly houses four Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence (Renton Park Elementary, Hazelwood Elementary, McKnight Middle and Lindbergh High). The district is also one of only 35 in the state to receive the School Match Organization's "What Parents Want" Award.
Renton Technical College has provided higher education and career training programs for more than 60 years. In addition to full-time and part-time training programs, the college offers a variety of short-term courses through Continuing Education and Community Programs. Numerous four-year colleges and universities including the University of Washington are located nearby.
Renton's downtown is being transformed into a central gathering place for residents and visitors through the development of a regional transit center, a park-like piazza, major infrastructure improvements and several mixed-use development projects containing housing and retail. In addition, a 500-seat community performing arts center and downtown-parking garage are also being developed.
Thanks to its location just off Interstate 405 in close proximity to downtown Seattle, SeaTac Airport, Port of Seattle and to Bellevue, Renton has become a popular destination for top-notch companies. Workers and visitors are accommodated by a free shuttle bus system that transports them around town. Renton's municipal airport is flowing with private pilots and seaplanes and is the headquarters for Sound Flight sightseeing tours.
Renton is home to The Boeing Company and PACCAR, both internationally recognized as manufacturers of the finest products in their fields. With a friendly, pro-business climate, Renton has created room for a multitude of new businesses including the only IKEA store in the Pacific Northwest, Wizards of the Coast, Zones Inc., Brotherton Cadillac, Classmates.com and scores of others. As a result, this next generation of business leaders has produced a thriving and diversified economic base for the city.