Area guide · King County
Living in Covington, WA
Covington is a city in south King County between Kent and Maple Valley, along SR 18 and SR 516. It is largely residential, with a growing retail center near the highway.
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At a glance
What is Covington like?
Covington's neighborhoods are mostly single-family subdivisions, with shopping and services concentrated near SR 18 and SR 516. Lakes and parks are scattered through the area, and the city is a short drive from both the Green River valley and Maple Valley.
- TypeIncorporated city, King County
- SchoolsKent School District or Tahoma School District depending on address; confirm by address
- Main routesSR 18, SR 516 (Kent-Kangley Road)
- NearbyKent, Maple Valley, Auburn
Covington questions
What do buyers ask about Covington?
Which school district serves Covington?
Covington is split between school districts, mainly Kent and Tahoma. Confirm the assigned schools for the exact address before you buy.
How do people commute from Covington?
Most drive. SR 18 connects to Auburn and I-5 to the southwest and to Maple Valley and I-90 to the northeast, and SR 516 runs west into Kent and SR 167.
Is Covington mostly newer homes?
Much of Covington's housing is in subdivisions built over the last few decades, but there is a mix. Ask us for recent sales in the neighborhood you like.
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