Area guide · King County
Living in Federal Way, WA
Federal Way is a city along I-5 at the southwest corner of King County, next to Northeast Tacoma. Buyers like its location between Seattle and Tacoma, its parks and shoreline, and its new light rail station.
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At a glance
What is Federal Way like?
Federal Way has a commercial core around the transit center and along SR 99, with neighborhoods spreading west toward Puget Sound and east toward the lakes. Dash Point State Park and the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden are local landmarks.
- TypeIncorporated city, King County
- SchoolsFederal Way Public Schools for most addresses; confirm by address
- Main routesI-5, SR 18, SR 99
- TransitLink 1 Line light rail at Federal Way Downtown and Star Lake stations
Federal Way questions
What do buyers ask about Federal Way?
Does Federal Way have light rail?
Yes. Sound Transit's Link 1 Line was extended to Federal Way in December 2025, with stations at Star Lake and Federal Way Downtown. Trains run north to Sea-Tac Airport and Seattle.
Which school district serves Federal Way?
Most of Federal Way is in Federal Way Public Schools. Confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
Is Federal Way a good middle ground between Seattle and Tacoma?
Many buyers choose it for that reason. It sits on I-5 roughly between the two cities and now has light rail north. Test your commute at the hours you would actually travel, because I-5 traffic varies a lot.
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