Fairwood City Property Records in Washington

Fairwood is an unincorporated community in King County, Washington, between Renton and Covington. Because it falls outside any city, property records are county records. The King County Recorder's Office maintains deeds, plats and liens, searchable online. The King County Department of Assessments offers assessed values and property details, and the King County Treasury Division collects taxes. King County Permitting oversees land use. Title and boundary matters are resolved in King County Superior Court.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$119,013
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$658,000
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$6,481
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.98%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$2,152 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
76%
Population
Population:
18,437

Fairwood Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Fairwood

In Fairwood, White residents are the largest group at 54% (9,994 people), followed by Asian residents at 19% (3,512) and Hispanic residents at 10% (1,808). Residents of two or more races make up 9% (1,656), and Black residents make up 7% (1,308). Pacific Islander residents account for 0.58% (107), Other Race for 0.19% (36), and American Indian residents for 0.09% (16).

White
54%
9,994
Asian
19%
3,512
Hispanic
10%
1,808
Two + Races
9%
1,656
Black
7%
1,308
Pacific Islander
0.58%
107
Other Race
0.19%
36
American Indian
0.09%
16

Fairwood, Ratings Compared Across Washington B+

Fairwood's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Access to Outdoor Activities (A), Diversity (A), and Public Schools (A-). Other notable ratings include Good for Young Professionals (B+), Weather (B), and Jobs (B), while Housing receives a C and Cost of Living a C-. These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
C-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A-
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A
Nightlife
Nightlife
B-
Weather
Weather
B
Commute
Commute
B-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
C
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B-
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
A-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
C
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
C
Jobs
Jobs
B
Walkability
Walkability
C+

How Educated Is Fairwood

Fairwood's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (33%), High School (18%), and Masters Degree (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
33%
High School
18%
Masters Degree
13%
Some College
13%
Associate Degree
10%
Below High School
5%
Doctorate
1%

When Were Homes Built

Fairwood's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. The largest share of homes was built during 1960 - 1979 (46%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (38%) and 2000 - Present (14%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
46%
1980 - 1999
38%
2000 - Present
14%
1940 - 1959
2%
Before 1939
0.16%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Fairwood's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. The largest share of homes has 3 Bedrooms (33%), followed by 4 Bedrooms (33%) and 2 Bedrooms (16%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
33%
4 Bedrooms
33%
2 Bedrooms
16%
5 or More Bedrooms
9%
1 Bedroom
8%
No Bedrooms
1%

What Is the Average Age

Fairwood's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 35 - 44 (17%), 65 Plus (16%), and 25 - 34 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

35 - 44
17%
65 Plus
16%
25 - 34
14%
Under 10
13%
45 - 54
12%
55 - 64
12%
10 - 17
9%
18 - 24
7%

Property Market Trends at Fairwood

Fairwood's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $658,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $2,152 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Fairwood's dynamic real estate landscape.

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