The City of Des Moines is conveniently located between the cities of Seattle and Tacoma, on the eastern shore of the Puget Sound and is part of a greater metro area with a population of 3.5 million. The city is bordered by (5) other cities to include the larger cities of Kent and Federal Way. City of Des Moines also referred to as “The Waterland City” has a population of 32,408, covers over (6) square miles, and is just a short drive from Sea-Tac International Airport and Interstate 5. The community has (5) miles of shoreline on Puget Sound and (4) public waterfront areas that draw regional tourism. The Des Moines Marina is the only marina located between Seattle and Tacoma. The city is undergoing significant redevelopment projects, including the Marina Re-development plan, downtown revitalization efforts, and the Marina Steps project. Des Moines is poised for growth and is an ideal place to call home.