Seattle metro, WA relocation guide
Moving to East Renton Highlands, WA
$870,000Median listing price
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About East Renton Highlands
East Renton Highlands (~11,937 residents, 2020 Census) is a census-designated place between Issaquah and Renton, per its Wikipedia introduction. It is a hillside, larger-lot community with territorial views, blending suburban and semi-rural character.

Home prices in East Renton Highlands
The median listing price in East Renton Highlands is $870,000.
Top places in East Renton Highlands
- Hillside neighborhoods with territorial and Cascade views.
- Nearby Cedar River Trail.
- Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park (nearby trail access).
Commuting from East Renton Highlands
- Approximate drive to downtown Seattle: ~25–35 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, roughly 14–16 miles via SR-169/I-405 and I-5).
- Transit: King County Metro buses; no rail service — commuters typically drive or connect via Renton Transit Center.
East Renton Highlands FAQs
- What is the housing market like in East Renton Highlands, WA?
The median listing price in East Renton Highlands is $870,000. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from East Renton Highlands, WA?
Approximate drive to downtown Seattle: ~25–35 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, roughly 14–16 miles via SR-169/I-405 and I-5).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.