Retsil offers a serene slice of shoreline living along Sinclair Inlet in Kitsap County, with quick access to urban amenities in nearby Port Orchard and Bremerton. The community’s name hints at its history—“Lister” spelled backwards, honoring a former governor—and its most recognized landmark is the waterfront Washington Veterans Home, whose campus overlooks the bay and anchors neighborhood life with events and quiet memorial spaces.
Daily routines are easy here. Commuters can ride the Port Orchard–Bremerton Foot Ferry for a breezy hop across the inlet, then connect to the Washington State Ferries route to Seattle. Weekends lean outdoors: sandy coves and forested batteries at Manchester State Park, marina strolls and summer concerts at the Port Orchard Marina, and kayak-friendly waters that glow at sunset.
Families appreciate strong local schools in the South Kitsap School District, with programs in arts, STEM, and athletics at South Kitsap High School. Housing ranges from modest cottages with peekaboo water views to updated homes on quiet, walkable streets, making it easy to downsize, grow, or simply settle into a slower rhythm without losing regional connectivity.
If you’re considering a move in Retsil—buying your first home or preparing to sell—Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate professional who knows the market and will guide you from first conversation to closing.