For Sale
Kent, WA
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data
$442
Avg asking sale price
$28
Avg asking lease rate
16,517 SF
Avg unit lease size
30,340 SF
Avg building size for sale
6.40%
Average cap rate
Kent's Demographic Profile
Kent has 38,983 households and a median income of $80,781, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +2% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.
| Key Demographic Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 110,878 |
| # Households | 38,983 |
| Median age | 37 |
| Median household income | $80,781 |
| Avg household size | 3.0 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 20,308 |
| 5-year population change | +2% |
{{marketTabHeadings[activeMarketTab]}} Market Metrics Near Kent, WA
↻ Updated Monthly{{marketTabDescriptions[activeMarketTab]}}
| Nearby Office Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Typical Size | Cap Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent | $402 | 10,538 SF | 6.00% |
| Des Moines | $257 | 13,237 SF | 9.35% |
| Seatac | $126 | 22,985 SF | 9.35% |
| Nearby Retail Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Typical Size |
|---|---|---|
| Kent | $665 | 52,694 SF |
| Auburn | $807 | 31,428 SF |
| Renton | $614 | 11,399 SF |
| Maple Valley | $252 | 8,320 SF |
| Des Moines | $301 | 14,238 SF |
Commercial Properties For Sale in Kent
The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
Average Price For Sale
↻ Updated MonthlyAverage Price For Lease
↻ Updated MonthlyNumber of Listings
↻ Updated MonthlyCap Rate
↻ Updated MonthlyHow Investors Evaluate Commercial Real Estate Markets
Nearby Commercial Markets
Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Kent pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.
| Commercial Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Average Size |
|---|---|---|
| Kent | $442 | 30,340 SF |
| Auburn | $415 | 26,293 SF |
| Renton | $459 | 70,573 SF |
| Maple Valley | $252 | 8,320 SF |
Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Kent, WA and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.
FAQs About Commercial Investing in Kent
View All Commercial Real Estate For Sale in Kent
Is Kent a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?
Kent offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.
How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Kent?
The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Kent. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.
What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Kent?
Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Kent. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.
How does Kent compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?
Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Kent. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.
How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Kent acquisitions?
This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Kent, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.
Nearby Market Trends
