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516 6th Ave S, Kent, WA, 98032

2beds
1baths
700sqft
$479,900
$686price/sqft
$3,077/moest. monthly cost
$123,080/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautifully maintained home in an unbeatable Kent location. Just minutes from downtown, this property offers quick access to transit, major freeways, Kent Station, and the Sounder train, making commuting effortless. Tucked away on a dead-end street with a neighborhood park just steps away. A standout feature is the spacious 24' x 24' detached garage workshop (580 sq ft) equipped with 60-amp / 240-volt power. Whether you need storage, a workshop, vehicle storage, or want to explore a potential ADU conversion, SEWER pipe connection is present in the workshop. The property provides ample parking, perfect for your RV, boat, or other recreational toys. Fully fenced back yard. Recent updates to the home include newer Electrical, Plumbing, and a 10-year-old roof. The home has been Pre-Inspected. Home inspection report available.

Getting Around

65
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
48
TransitSome Transit
89
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

6/10
1/10
Mill Creek Middle SchoolGrades 7-80.7 mi
3/10
Kent-Meridian High SchoolGrades 9-121.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1951

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 1969

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: 1 Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater: Gas,Water Heater Location: Laundry room

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood,Vinyl

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Wall Furnace,Electric
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 700
  • Total interior livable area: 700 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Utility Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1863900050
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Water Heater
  • Topography of land: Level

Lot

  • Lot size: 5,998 sqft
  • Features: Dead End Street,Paved,Deck,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,RV Parking,Shop

Parking

  • Total spaces: 8
  • Parking features: Detached Garage,Off Street,RV Parking
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Uncovered spaces: 6

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in King County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,426$29,112
Home Insurance *$108$1,296
Property Taxes $394$4,728
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$3,077$36,924
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$105,497/yr
40% on housing$92,310/yr
45% on housing$82,053/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

Washington FAIR Plan

Covered
WildfireWildfire
Add-on available
HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.7%
1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$686This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98032$230
King County$442

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98032$337
King County$485

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-05Price change$484,000
2026-04-10Listed for sale$489,000
2015-10-30Sold$212,500
2015-09-29Pending sale$212,500
2015-08-31Price change$212,500
2015-08-12Price change$220,000
2015-07-19Listed for sale$224,950
2015-04-22Sold$117,018
2013-03-20Sold$192,241
2007-11-30Sold$225,000
2004-09-21Sold$168,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLance Smith
BrokerageMt. Rainier Realty

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