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Glencoe

Glencoe is a established residential neighborhood in Renton offering a mix of single-family homes with good access to local amenities.

42
Walk Score
38
Transit Score
30
Bike Score

Living in Glencoe

Glencoe is a established residential neighborhood in Renton offering a mix of single-family homes with good access to local amenities. With a median home price of $850,950 at $413/sqft and a brisk 6-day median days on market, the neighborhood reflects strong buyer demand. The slight 1.5% year-over-year price dip makes it an opportune entry point for buyers eyeing this well-connected Renton community.

Glencoe has a quiet, residential feel with tree-lined streets and access to nearby parks along the Cedar River corridor. Residents enjoy proximity to local shopping along Rainier Ave S and the Renton Landing retail hub. The neighborhood's suburban character appeals to families and commuters seeking a peaceful home base with reasonable access to urban conveniences.

Boeing/Valley Medical employee โ€” Ultra-short commute to two of Renton's largest employers makes Glencoe a logical home base for workers in these sectors. Move-up buyer from South Seattle โ€” The combination of a slight price dip and fast market indicates value; buyers leaving more urban South Seattle get more space at a competitive price. Family seeking suburban stability โ€” Established neighborhood with parks nearby and access to Renton School District schools offers predictability and community feel.

Real Estate Market

Single Family-6.7% YoY
$850,950
$413
$/sqft
6
Days
8
Sold

5-Year Price Trends

Quarterly median sale price. Source: Redfin. Hover to highlight.

Q4 2025. Quarterly data from Redfin. Low sales volume can cause quarter-to-quarter volatility.

Getting Around

Glencoe sits in the northern portion of Renton, generally bounded by SR-169 corridors and residential arterials connecting it to downtown Renton and the Cedar River area. Its position offers convenient access to I-405 and the employment centers of both Renton and the broader Eastside.

Key commute times:

  • Boeing Renton: 10 min by car
  • Microsoft Redmond: 30 min by car
  • Amazon Bellevue: 25 min by car
  • Downtown Seattle: 35 min by car
  • Valley Medical Center: 10 min by car

Highlights

  • Fast-moving market with only 6 median days on market
  • Slight price dip (-1.5% YoY) creates a buying opportunity
  • 10 minutes to Boeing Renton Factory and Valley Medical Center
  • Access to Cedar River trails and parks
  • Convenient I-405 access for regional commuting
  • Established neighborhood with mature landscaping

Schools

Talbot Hill Elementary School

Elementary
6/10

Dimmitt Middle School

Middle
6/10

Renton High School

High School
6/10

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