Covington Washington is located along Highway 18 south of Seattle and East of Kent but still located in King County. This small community of about 18,000 residents has seen rapid growth since the city's incorporation as recently as 1997. Even though the school district was established back in 1937, it's been an unincorporated area of Kent. Today, Covington contracts with the King County Sheriff's office for police services and much of the city's income depends on the retail industry. Because it's located along State Route 516, new downtown businesses including a Walmart, Kohl's, several restaurants and shops, red Robin, Cosco, and Home Depot have all popped up in the last 10 years. It's projected that fast growth is expected to continue in the area due to the widening and modifications done on state Route 18, which is a major thoroughfare connecting South King County with I-90.
There are several ways to get to and from Covington but the most common is state Route 18 but Southeast 256 runs east and west from Kent, which connects to Highway 167, one of the most predominant highways running north and south from Renton to Auburn. Covington is bordered by Maple Valley, East Meridian, Lake Morton and Berrydale, and can't to the west. The Meridian Valley country club, Soos Creek Park, and Lake Meridian are all close to downtown Covington making not only the location great for retail, shops, and outlets but outdoor recreation as well. You can easily see why Covington is becoming one of the most popular places to live in South King County.
Covington is served by the Kent school district and many residents are served by the Jenkins Creek Elementary school, the Cedar Heights middle school, and the Kentlake high school. There's also the Covington Elementary school, Kentwood Senior high school, and the Cedar Valley Elementary school located within Covington itself. The rain or Christian middle school and the Kentwood Christian Academy are located in Covington as well.
Because Covington is becoming so popular there are usually less than 100 single-family houses and condominiums for sale at any given time. Single-family homes start at about $300,000 up to $650,000 for the majority of properties on standard lots of up to about 12,000 ft.².
Ready to buy a home in Covington? Check out all the latest listings below or contact my office to schedule a showing or for a more personalized list of Covington WA Homes for Sale.
LOT#70: .34 acres, Rectangle 101X146ft. Terrific building opportunity in the Very Desirable Aqua Vista Estates. Enjoy shared, Private access to a large park and beach on ...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain.
LOT#69: .35 acres, Triangle 53X146x154x177FT. Terrific building opportunity in the Very Desirable Aqua Vista Estates. Enjoy shared, Private access to a large park and bea...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain.
Opportunity to build custom dream home on private 3/4 of an acre! Secluded yet close to Covington, Maple Valley, Lake Sawyer and Druids Glen Golf Course! All the work ha...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Choice Executives.
Welcome to this lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on .33 acre in the desirable Covington area. This home features an open and bright floor plan and includes an additional ro...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain.
Come build your dream home practically in the heart of Covington, but feel like you're in the country. This 4.51 acre property is level and very secluded.
Listing courtesy of John L. Scott, Inc..
Classic NW home with bright and open spaces. Huge kitchen with eat-in area, pantry, prep/serving island and tons of cabinet space. Living room has cozy gas fireplace. Tru...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Eastside Brokers, Inc..
Welcome Home to this Move in Ready shy 2,000 sq ft split level on a Large Fully Fenced Corner Lot! Upper level features 3 bedrooms including the Master w/ attached Full B...
Listing courtesy of John L. Scott R.E. Lake Tapps.
Welcome to the Suncrest neighborhood in the heart of Covington,this lovingly cared for rambler is ready for move in,3 extra large bedrooms plus a flex room,master suite w...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Choice Executives.
This beautifully maintained home features a grand two-story entry, spacious great room style living with gas fireplace, and kitchen with abundant storage and walk-in pant...
Listing courtesy of COMPASS.
Little Soos Creek, a brand new community by KB Home located in Covington. This 2065 Plan features 3 bedrooms, a generous Master retreat and an open Loft upstairs. Island...
Listing courtesy of KB Home Sales.
Little Soos Creek, a brand new neighborhood by KB Home in Covington. The 2751 design has 4 bdrms & loft area upstairs w/a fabulous great room & den/office on the main flo...
Listing courtesy of KB Home Sales.
Welcome to Cedar Creek Park. Beautiful community with sidewalks on both sides of the street, greenbelt locations and a huge community park. The Magnolia has a great open...
Listing courtesy of Lennar Sales Corp..
Welcome to the Ballinger floorplan at Maple Hills! The Ballinger is 3,222sq. ft. of open design spread across three stories with an ideal finished basement. Impress your ...
Listing courtesy of Lennar Sales Corp..
UPDATED/AMENDED: City of Covington--commercially-zoned property (26,426 SF/0.61 acre) in Covington Town Center area. This amended listing includes parcel #3622059036 (24,...
Listing courtesy of KW Mountains to Sound Realty.
Come build your dream home practically in the heart of Covington, but feel like you're in the country! This 9.96 acre property is level and can be subdivided into two pa...
Listing courtesy of John L. Scott, Inc..
Welcome to Maple Hills! Original Richmond Homes model, the Daley floor plan features 5045 sqft, 6 beds & 6 baths, kitchen island, high end appliances, covered deck/outdoo...
Listing courtesy of Greater Puget Sound Realty LLC.
UPDATED/AMENDED. 2 Neighboring Lots + Extra: Covington commercially-zoned 2 neighboring lots in Covington Town Center area. Multifamily, medical, office, mixed-use--this ...
Listing courtesy of KW Mountains to Sound Realty.