Aerial view of Bellevue, Washington skyline with lakefront park and marina
Neighborhood

Renton's 98056

A suburban gem in the heart of the Greater Eastside, with lakefront parks, easy commutes, and a growing downtown.

The Area

Why renters choose 98056.

The 98056 zip code in Renton sits between Lake Washington and the Renton Highlands, giving residents access to waterfront parks, a revitalizing downtown, and quick commutes to Bellevue, Seattle, and Sea-Tac Airport. The area is home to roughly 36,000 residents across a mix of single-family neighborhoods, townhome communities, and condominium complexes.

Walkability varies by pocket. Downtown Renton scores as high as 75 (Very Walkable) on Walk Score, with local shops, restaurants, and the historic Renton Theatre within easy reach. The lakeside and suburban areas are more car-dependent but offer quieter streets and direct access to trails and parks.

The area is served by the Renton School District. For school information, visit GreatSchools.org. Public transit connects to Bellevue Transit Center every 30 minutes via Sound Transit and King County Metro.

36K+

Residents in 98056

75

Walk Score downtown

11

Schools in the area

15 min

To downtown Bellevue

Highlights

What makes this area special.

Downtown Renton

Vibrant main street with local shops, restaurants, and the historic Renton Theatre. Walk score up to 75 near downtown.

Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park

Lakeside park on Lake Washington with swimming, boat launches, walking trails, and picnic areas along the waterfront.

Bellevue Skyline

Just 15 minutes to the Bellevue business district via I-405, with world-class dining and shopping at Lincoln Square.

Renton School District

Served by Renton School District. For school information, visit GreatSchools.org

Public Transit

Sound Transit and King County Metro connect Renton Transit Center to Bellevue every 30 minutes. Fare approximately $3-4.

Airport Access

Sea-Tac International Airport is roughly 20 minutes south, making travel straightforward for frequent flyers.

Commute

How far is everything?

Destination Distance By Car Public Transit
Bellevue 10-11 miles 15-19 min by car ~23 min by Sound Transit
Seattle 15-20 miles 20-30 min by car Express bus available
Sea-Tac Airport 12-15 miles ~20 min by car Light rail from Tukwila
Mercer Island 8-10 miles 12-18 min by car Bus via I-90
Nearby

Local spots around the corner.

Park

Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park

1201 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton, WA 98056

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Trails

Cedar River Trail

Cedar River Park, Renton, WA 98055

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Entertainment

Renton Civic Theatre

507 Mill Ave S, Renton, WA 98057

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Groceries

Grocery Outlet

2809 NE Sunset Blvd, Renton, WA 98056

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Park

May Creek Park

15210 SE May Creek Park Dr, Newcastle, WA 98059

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Park

Maplewood Park

23901 132nd Ave SE, Renton, WA 98056

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Pacific Northwest waterfront park with walking trail along Lake Washington

Waterfront parks, mountain views, and easy access to everything the Eastside has to offer.

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