Renton Real Estate
History
Renton was primarily a coal mining and lumber harvesting town until World War II when Boeing constructed their B-29 Bomber super fortress. The factory has continues to operate and currently produces the 737 aircraft.
Description
Renton is home to three sectors of Boeing: Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Boeing Capital, and the Shared Services Group. In recent years, the city has put forth an effort to shed its blue-collar image by developing new high-end homes and condominiums in Renton.
Residents
Residents include many young business professionals either working for Boeing or attracted to the area's affordability. Residents enjoy a somewhat quiet and quaint location, with Renton homes situated near Seattle and SeaTac airport.
Housing
Renton, WA real estate tends to be more affordable than the surrounding cities with the area as a whole undergoing a recent surge in residential development. Seattle real estate agents are selling many properties in this area to young professionals, ready to start a family. |
