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1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd,
Des Moines,
WA
98198
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About 1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd Des Moines, WA 98198
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd in Des Moines, WA is ready for your visit. This apartment community is located on S. Kent Des Moines Rd. in the 98198 area of Des Moines. Make a visit to check out the current floorplan options. The leasing team is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Contact us or drop by to schedule a tour and find your new home at 1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd.
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd is an apartment community located in King County and the 98198 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Highline School District attendance zone.
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd,
Des Moines,
WA
98198
Located on the east shore of Puget Sound about halfway between Seattle and Tacoma, Central Des Moines provides the perfect mix of suburban and urban convenience while still being close to the scenic waters of the sound. The area offers residents easy access to a city-operated marina and Saltwater State Park, a popular destination for tourists and long-time residents alike. Situated squarely between the Pacific Highway and Downtown Des Moines, this is a great spot for the commuting crowd or those who want to be near the action, but not in the thick of it. There are upscale apartments, charming cottages, and bungalows for rent in Central Des Moines. Of course, there’s access to beaches and plenty of beautiful gardens and green spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy too. Seattle is just 22 miles north, and Federal Way is just a 20-minute drive south.
Learn more about living in Central Des Moines
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Central Des Moines | Des Moines, WA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,164 | $1,218 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,577 | $1,516 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,942 | $1,747 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,942 | $2,029 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 11.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 12.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 16.3 mi |
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd is within 14 minutes or 0.7 mile from Highline Community College. It is also near Green River Community College and Renton Technical College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
537 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
651 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,873 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
277 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
137 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
516 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Des Moines include Rainier Beach, located 11.7 miles from 1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd. 1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 6.0 miles or 15 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 18 min | 11.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 24 min | 17.0 mi |
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Drive: | 25 min | 17.7 mi |
| Drive: | 29 min | 21.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 33 min | 24.2 mi | |
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Drive: | 50 min | 35.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Seattle-Tacoma International
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Drive: | 15 min | 6.0 mi |
Walkability Near 1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd Des Moines, WA 98198
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Saltwater State Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.3 mi |
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Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden
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Drive: | 16 min | 7.7 mi |
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Eagle Landing Park
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.1 mi |
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Seahurst Park
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Drive: | 18 min | 8.5 mi |
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Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden
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Drive: | 15 min | 8.9 mi |
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd has 5 parks within 8.9 miles, including Saltwater State Park, Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden, and Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 9.3 mi |
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd has 3 hospitals within 9.3 miles, the nearest is Highline Medical Center which is 6.4 miles away and a 14 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 44 min | 25.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 66 min | 48.8 mi |
1730 S Kent Des Moines Rd is 25.4 miles from Fort Lawton Military Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.