Birch Creek
Large, affordable townhouse apartments in Kent. A 2-year redevelopment of Birch Creek was completed in 2010. Renovated units have new appliances, including a full size washer and dryer, are fully carpeted and often have a private patio. The complex is near parks and a host of shopping opportunities. KCHA and its partners provide a host of support services on site.
Types of units
| Type | Units |
|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 5 |
| 2-bedroom | 95 |
| 3-bedroom | 123 |
| 4-bedroom | 36 |
| 5-bedroom | 3 |
| Total | 262 |
Amenities & Services
Community police officer, EV charging station, food bank, Birch Creek Youth Center with recreation, youth programs, Head Start classes and a computer lab, and the Kent Family Center featuring a career development center that is a WorkSource connection site, wellness education, ESL and citizenship classes
Groceries & Shopping
Safeway, Bartell Drug, Walgreens, many restaurants and other stores in malls at the corner of Kent-Kangley and 132nd Avenue
Public transportation
Routes with stops located within a half-mile walk:
- Peak service:162
- 165
- 168
- Peak service only – weekdays during commute hours, usually in just one direction.
- Frequent service – every 15 minutes or less on weekdays.
Walkability
This community has an overall walk score of 57 out of 100. This is considered somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot.
The overall score is based on the walkability of several types of amenities, including groceries (99), shopping & errands (74), schools (6), dining (75), parks (5).
Recreation
On-site basketball court and playground, Lake Meridian, Springwood Park, Senior Activity Center
Medical Facilities
Valley Medical Center Kent Primary Care
School Information
Kent School District: Pine Tree Elementary, Cedar Heights Middle, Kentlake High
