Work in Kent, WA - Live in North or South of Seattle?

[Sonia T.]

Hi all,

I searched thru the site but could not find much and I hope you can help me. If one has to commute to Kent, where are the areas that are worth considering? SFH, multifamily, no HOAs preferred. It makes more sense to live/invest South of Seattle but based on the forums, people are flocking to the North. What are your two cents?? Thanks!

[Adrian Chu]

Renton and Kent are desirable.  Not too far from the city. Lots of opportunities to find good deals. Just don't overspend.  In general, I wouldn't go more than 2xx to 3xx for a single family near Kent or the southern part of Renton like Fairwood.