Ian Thompson housing Feb 5, 2026

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 4.5%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $869,800, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Kenmore sits at 76.8 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,944 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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