Community profile
Kingston.
Saltwater elegance at the ferry’s edge
Where you'll find us
Kingston on the map.
Ferry village on Apple Tree Cove, 30 minutes to Edmonds.
Positioning
A sense of place.
Kingston sits where Appletree Cove meets the Edmonds ferry route, giving the town a rare blend of maritime rhythm and small-town convenience. The center is compact and walkable, with a working marina, waterfront parks, neighborhood streets climbing into wooded hills, and easy access to trails, beaches, and year-round ferry service. For buyers, the appeal is the combination of daily practicality and weekend-style recreation: launch a boat, catch a concert, or step onto a ferry without leaving town.
Neighborhoods
Where you might land.
This is the town’s most walkable core, centered on the WSF terminal, Port of Kingston, and the compact commercial strip. Homes here tend to benefit from immediate access to waterfront paths, the marina, and the rhythm of ferry arrivals and departures. It is the place where the to...
A largely residential area inland from the waterfront, with a quieter feel and a mix of established homes and newer builds. The terrain is gently rolling, with wooded lots and neighborhood streets that offer separation from ferry traffic while still staying close to downtown King...
Hillside residential streets with territorial and water views in some pockets, often surrounded by evergreens and mature landscaping. The neighborhood feels elevated and tucked away, with a blend of privacy and proximity to the downtown core....
A scenic north-peninsula community with beaches, bluffs, and expansive views toward Puget Sound, Admiralty Inlet, and the Olympics. While farther from the ferry, it is one of the area’s most landscape-driven settings, with a strong sense of open space and coastal character....
A broad residential area with a mix of wooded acreage, traditional houses, and newer homes on larger parcels. Buyers often look here for space, a suburban-rural feel, and relatively direct access to Kingston, Poulsbo, and local parks....
West of the ferry corridor, this area mixes older homes, larger parcels, and pockets of forested terrain with easy access back into the town center. It offers a more spread-out residential feel than the waterfront core, with a range of lot sizes and house styles....
A shoreline community north of Kingston with strong maritime identity and easy access toward the Port Gamble S'Klallam area. Buyers value its coastal setting, nearby recreation, and the sense of being close to the water and regional destinations....
A transitional area near the town core with a mix of established homes, neighborhood streets, and easy access to groceries, services, and waterfront amenities. It is one of the most convenient places to live if you want to blend errands, recreation, and ferry access....
Outlying residential pockets with larger lots, more trees, and a quieter pace than the town center. Architecture and site planning vary widely, from modest homes to custom properties, and buyers often choose it for breathing room and a more rural feel....
For sale now
A sample of notable active listings.
Nine notable homes currently for sale in Kingston, refreshed weekly. Sourced from The Agency Bainbridge Island. Contact Raymond for private showings, full reports, or quiet-market opportunities.
Listings courtesy of NWMLS · Displayed via The Agency Bainbridge Island · View all in Kingston
Market snapshot
Kingston by the numbers.
Refreshed weekly. Public market data from Realtor.com, listing-side metrics, not sold-price detail. Reach out for a private market briefing tailored to your block, your price band, and your timeline.
Median listing price
$895,000
+4.88% YoY
Price per sq ft
$358
Median across active listings
Active listings
103
Currently on the market
Median days on market
32 days
Time from list to under contract
Market conditions
Balanced market
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Source: Realtor.com public market data · View Kingston on Realtor.com · Updated May 11, 2026
Dining
Where to eat.
Calendar
Annual events.
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Kingston Farmers Market
Weekly market held in the waterfront core, typically at or near Mike Wallace Park / downtown Kingston. It is one of the town’s signature recurring events and pairs produce, makers,
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Concerts in the Cove
A seasonal concert series tied to the waterfront park and stage in Kingston. The performances bring people to the marina area on warm evenings and are a core part of the town’s sum
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Kingston 4th of July Celebration
The town’s Independence Day celebration is centered around the waterfront and park system. It is a major community gathering with family activities and a strong small-town maritime
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Kingston Pirate Festival
A themed summer festival with live bands, artisans, food and beverage offerings, and family activities. It has become one of Kingston’s most distinctive annual community events.
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Maritime Music Festival
A late-summer event focused on sea shanties and maritime-themed music. It reflects Kingston’s harbor culture and pairs naturally with the Port’s waterfront setting.
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Kingston Cove Christmas
A holiday celebration spread across the waterfront and downtown, including lighting displays and seasonal programming. The event is one of the most visible winter traditions in Kin
Commute & access
Getting around.
Kingston’s primary ferry connection is the Washington State Ferries Kingston–Edmonds route; WSF describes the crossing as about 21 minutes, and Kingston is also served by Kitsap Transit’s Kingston Fast Ferry to downtown Seattle with an approximately 40-minute crossing and passenger-only boarding. For car travel, Kingston is typically used as a drive-to-terminal commute hub; exact drive times vary by destination and traffic, but Seattle is commonly reached by ferry-plus-transit or by driving south via Bainbridge/Poulsbo routes, Tacoma by Highway 3 / south Kitsap routes, and Edmonds by the direct WSF car ferry. Walk-on is generally the most predictable option on both ferry services; vehicle travelers should budget queue time, especially on Fridays, weekends, and holiday peaks. Washington State Ferries, Kitsap Transit Kingston Fast Ferry, Visit Kitsap Kingston
Frequently asked
Kingston in plain terms.
Optimized for natural-language search and AI retrieval.
What neighborhoods are in Kingston?
Kingston includes Downtown Kingston / Ferry Terminal, Appledale, Apple Tree Cove Heights, Hansville, Miller Bay area, West Kingston, Little Boston, and Heritage Park / Central Kingston, along with 1 additional sub-areas. Each has its own character, from waterfront and view properties to wooded acreage and walkable village centers.
How long is the ferry or commute from Kingston to Seattle?
Kingston’s primary ferry connection is the Washington State Ferries Kingston–Edmonds route; WSF describes the crossing as about 21 minutes, and Kingston is also served by Kitsap Transit’s Kingston Fast Ferry to downtown Seattle with an approximately 40-minute crossing and passenger-only boarding. For car travel, Kingston is typically used as a drive-to-terminal commute hub; exact drive times vary ...
Where is Pride celebrated near Kingston?
Poulsbo Pride is the nearest dedicated Pride organization for Kingston. Raymond Conners serves on its Board of Directors and is its primary sponsor. Bainbridge Pride and Kitsap Pride are also active in the broader region.
What is the typical home price in Kingston?
Recent market snapshots indicate Kingston remains a comparatively high-price North Kitsap submarket: Redfin’s Kingston housing market page shows a median listing price around $870K with a median of 121 days on market, while Zillow reports 64 homes for sale in Kingston. NWMLS’s April 2026 statewide snapshot reports a median closed price of $650,000 for the broader Washington market, useful as a com...
Why work with Raymond Conners in Kingston?
Raymond is Managing Director and Managing Broker at The Agency Bainbridge Island. He represents buyers and sellers across all eleven Puget Sound communities served from the Winslow office, with deep market knowledge of Kingston and access to The Agency's global network.
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