Seattle Washington Is Too Expensive! Here Are 7 Suburbs You Should Look Into Instead

So, you're contemplating a move to the vibrant and picturesque Seattle Metropolitan Area, but you've quickly realized that Seattle's reputation for being on the pricey side is no exaggeration. No worries! We've got your back. In this blog post, we'll delve into the top seven most affordable suburbs in the Seattle Metropolitan Area that you'll actually want to call home. Let's take a closer look at these suburbs and see if they fit your criteria for a budget-friendly and convenient move.

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Now, let's set the stage. We've used a couple of key criteria to identify these affordable cities. First, we considered their proximity to downtown Seattle. We wanted to keep it commutable, so we only looked at suburbs within a 30-mile radius of downtown. Second, affordability was a significant factor. We only focused on suburbs that were at least 15% cheaper in terms of the cost of living compared to Seattle.

Here are the seven suburbs we're covering today, falling either south or north of Seattle, as there aren't many affordable options east of the city. Let's kick things off by heading south.

1. Burien:
2. • Located 10 miles south of downtown Seattle.
   • About a 15-20 minute drive to the city.
   • Close proximity to Sea-Tac Airport.
   • Median home price for a single-family home: around $650,000.
   • Median condo price: around $385,000.
   • Cost of living in Burien is 27% less than Seattle.
   • Served by the Highline School District.
2. Renton:
3. • Approximately 11 miles southeast of downtown Seattle.
   • Commute times range from 20 to 30 minutes.
   • Offers various route options to reach downtown.
   • Median home price for a single-family home: about $750,000.
   • Median condo price: around $335,000.
   • Cost of living in Renton is 18% less than Seattle.
   • Served by the Renton School District.
3. Kent:
4. • Situated 19 miles south of downtown Seattle.
   • Commute times of 25 to 35 minutes.
   • Median home price for a single-family home: approximately $700,000.
   • Median condo price: around $370,000.
   • Cost of living in Kent is 28% less than Seattle.
   • Served by the Kent School District.
4. Auburn:
5. • Located 25 miles south of downtown Seattle.
   • Commute times ranging from 35 to 55 minutes.
   • Median home price for a single-family home: around $680,000.
   • Median condo price: approximately $270,000.
   • Cost of living in Auburn is 31% less than Seattle.
   • Served by the Auburn School District.
5. Mountlake Terrace:
6. • About 14 miles north of downtown Seattle.
   • Commute times range from 20 to 30 minutes.
   • Median home price for a single-family home: roughly $675,000.
   • Median condo price: around $497,000.
   • Cost of living in Mountlake Terrace is 24% less than Seattle.
   • Served by the Edmonds School District.
6. Lynnwood:
7. • Situated 16 miles north of downtown Seattle.
   • Commute times of 20 to 30 minutes.
   • Median home price for a single-family home: about $760,000.
   • Median condo price: around $295,000.
   • Cost of living in Lynnwood is 16% less than Seattle.
   • Served by the Edmonds School District.
7. Everett:
8. • Located 28 miles north of downtown Seattle.
   • Commute times ranging from 35 to 50 minutes.
   • Median home price for a single-family home: around $625,000.
   • Median condo price: approximately $355,000.
   • Cost of living in Everett is 31% less than Seattle.
   • Served by the Everett School District.

It's important to note that this list is not ranked in any particular order. Each of these suburbs offers its own unique advantages, and the right fit for you depends on your specific needs and preferences.

We hope this guide helps you in your quest to find an affordable and attractive place to live in the Seattle Metropolitan Area. Whether you prioritize shorter commutes, lower housing costs, or a combination of both, these suburbs offer enticing options to explore. Seattle is a beautiful region with much to offer, and you're sure to find the perfect place to call home within your budget.

If you want to dive deeper into any of these suburbs or require more information about living, working, and playing in Seattle and its surrounding suburbs, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Whether your move is imminent or on the horizon, we're here to make your transition as smooth as possible.

Until next time, we'll see you around town. Take care!