Seattle metro, WA relocation guide
Moving to Des Moines, WA
$519,950Median listing price
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About Des Moines
Des Moines (~32,888 residents, 2020 Census) is a city on the east shore of Puget Sound near the center of the Seattle metro area, per its Wikipedia introduction. It is known for its waterfront, marina, and beach parks, with a more affordable price point than the Eastside.
Home prices in Des Moines
The median listing price in Des Moines is $519,950.
Top places in Des Moines
- Des Moines Beach Park and the historic beach park auditorium.
- Des Moines Marina.
- Saltwater State Park (nearby marine park).
- Redondo Beach boardwalk.
Commuting from Des Moines
- Approximate drive to downtown Seattle: ~25–35 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, roughly 15–17 miles via I-5 or SR-99).
- Transit: Link 1 Line light rail at Kent Des Moines station (opened December 6, 2025, per Sound Transit), plus King County Metro buses and the RapidRide A Line.
Des Moines FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Des Moines, WA?
The median listing price in Des Moines is $519,950. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Des Moines, WA?
Approximate drive to downtown Seattle: ~25–35 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, roughly 15–17 miles via I-5 or SR-99).
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Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.