Homes for sale — Kennydale, Renton
Kennydale homes for sale — Lake Washington access at Renton's best value.
Kennydale is Renton's waterfront and hillside neighborhood, offering Lake Washington access, partial and direct lake views, and quiet residential character at prices 30–50% below comparable Bellevue waterfront. RexMont helps Kennydale buyers navigate waterfront rights, dock access, shoreline permitting, and value positioning against Bellevue and Kirkland alternatives.
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Adriano Tori
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As of September 2026, the median listing price in Renton is $585K ($336 per square foot), and homes are averaging 55 days on market.
Stats updated September 2026· refreshed monthly and reviewed by RexMont's brokerage team.
By property type
The headline figures above blend every active residential listing in Renton. Single-family, condo, and townhouse markets move differently, so the breakdown below is what to quote when comparing one property type across cities.
| Property type | Median list price | Price / sq ft | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $750K | $359 | 41 | 47 |
| Condo | $350K | $328 | 75 | 31 |
| Townhouse | $499K | $316 | 61 | 21 |
Active listings is the sample size behind each row. Same source and refresh date as the headline figures.
Methodology & data sources
Market statistics on this page — median listing price, price per square foot, and days on market — are computed from active residential listings in Renton, WA, sourced from RentCast, a licensed real-estate data provider aggregating MLS records and county public records. Figures refresh the first week of every month (current data: September 2026) and are reviewed by RexMont Real Estate's brokerage team (WA firm license #21220). Individual property listings shown on this page come from the live NWMLS feed. Historical figures are not restated after publication.
Journalists: monthly figures for 47 Puget Sound cities are available on a citable, dated page for each market. For custom cuts, methodology questions, or to receive the monthly refresh, contact adriano@rexmont.com. Please attribute "RexMont Real Estate market report" with a link to this page.
Market context
Kennydale buyers are accessing Lake Washington at a fraction of Bellevue pricing.
Kennydale sits on the hillside above Lake Washington's eastern shore, with lakefront parcels, partial-view hillside homes, and quick access to the water via Log Boom Park in neighboring Kenmore. Buyers who have been priced out of Bellevue's Enatai or Meydenbauer Bay waterfront consistently find Kennydale pricing significantly more favorable for the same lake proximity.
Waterfront properties in Kennydale with dock rights are rare and trade quickly. Hillside homes with partial lake views offer the strongest value — the view premium is real, but a fraction of what Bellevue charges. RexMont tracks Kennydale inventory closely and alerts early-access clients when waterfront and view properties hit the market.
Commute from Kennydale is strong: I-405 northbound reaches Bellevue in 15–20 minutes off-peak, and Boeing's Renton plant is 5 minutes south. For buyers who commute to Bellevue or work remotely and want lake proximity, Kennydale offers one of the best value propositions on the Eastside.
Coverage
Service area at a glance
RexMont represents buyers and sellers across these Seattle and Eastside markets. Click any city for the full local guide.
Bellevue, WA
ZIPs: 98004 · 98005 · 98006 · 98007 · 98008
Schools: Bellevue SD
Medina, WA
ZIP: 98039
Schools: Bellevue SD
Clyde Hill, WA
ZIP: 98004
Schools: Bellevue SD
Mercer Island, WA
ZIP: 98040
Schools: Mercer Island SD
Kirkland, WA
ZIPs: 98033 · 98034
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Redmond, WA
ZIPs: 98052 · 98053
Schools: Lake Washington SD
Sammamish, WA
ZIPs: 98074 · 98075
Schools: Lake Washington / Issaquah SD
Issaquah, WA
ZIPs: 98027 · 98029
Schools: Issaquah SD
Newcastle, WA
ZIPs: 98056 · 98059
Schools: Renton SD
Woodinville, WA
ZIPs: 98072 · 98077
Schools: Northshore SD
Kenmore, WA
ZIP: 98028
Schools: Northshore SD
Seattle, WA
ZIPs: 98101 · 98109 · 98112 · 98115 · 98118
Schools: Seattle Public Schools
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Active homes for sale in the 98056 area (Kennydale)
Live NWMLS listings in the 98056 ZIP that includes Kennydale, refreshed hourly.
- Median price
- $585K
- Median $/sqft
- $336
- Avg days on market
- 55
- Listings for sale
- 141+
Active1 day active · 1 cumulative$649,995
MLS# 25879611313 Tacoma Court Ne #30
Renton, WA 98056
3 bd3.25 ba1,567 sqftListing courtesy of D.R. Horton
Active2 days active · 2 cumulative$475,000
MLS# 25871941800 Ne 40th Street #f3
Renton, WA 98056
3 bd2.25 baListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/PSR Inc
Active2 days active · 18 cumulative$625,000
MLS# 25876112525 Edmonds Avenue Ne
Renton, WA 98056
3 bd1.75 ba1,060 sqftListing courtesy of Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue
Active2 days active · 115 cumulative$999,950
MLS# 258767712610 Se 73rd Place
Newcastle, WA 98056
3 bd1.75 ba1,450 sqftListing courtesy of COMPASS
Active2 days active · 2 cumulative$1,199,990
MLS# 25857574045 Aberdeen Way Ne
Renton, WA 98056
4 bd3.25 ba2,078 sqftListing courtesy of BMC Realty Advisors, Inc
Active2 days active · 2 cumulative$5,500,000
MLS# 25877296433 Ripley Lane Se
Renton, WA 98056
5 bd3.25 ba5,210 sqftListing courtesy of MLS4owners.com
Showing the 6 newest of 141 active homes for sale in Renton, pulled directly from NWMLS and refreshed hourly. See all 141 Renton homes for sale, each with photos, price history, and a per-listing mortgage estimate.
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use. Market stats reflect representative market data for Renton; current listings and individual neighborhoods may vary.
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FAQ
Questions buyers and sellers ask first.
What is Kennydale known for?
Kennydale is Renton's most desirable neighborhood, offering Lake Washington waterfront access, hillside views, and quiet residential character at significantly lower prices than Bellevue or Kirkland waterfront. The area sits above Lake Washington's eastern shore with quick I-405 access north to Bellevue and south toward Boeing's Renton campus.
What is the price range for Kennydale homes?
Kennydale single-family homes range from $800K–$1.6M depending on waterfront access, lake views, lot size, and condition. Lakefront properties with dock rights command the highest premiums; hillside homes with partial lake views fall in the $800K–$1.1M range.
Which school district serves Kennydale?
Kennydale is served by Renton School District. Kennydale Elementary feeds into McKnight Middle School and Hazen High School for most addresses in the neighborhood.
How does Kennydale compare to Bellevue waterfront?
Kennydale offers Lake Washington access at 30–50% below comparable Bellevue waterfront pricing. The tradeoff is Renton School District rather than Bellevue SD, and a slightly longer drive to Bellevue's commercial core. For buyers who prioritize lake access and value, Kennydale is the strongest alternative on the Eastside.
Can RexMont help me buy in Kennydale?
Yes. RexMont works throughout Renton and can advise on Kennydale waterfront rights, dock access, shoreline permitting, and value positioning relative to Bellevue and Kirkland waterfront properties.
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