Neighborhoods

Puget Sound Neighborhoods

Seattle is an exceptional place to live and work. From Boeing to Starbucks; from the Seattle Symphony Orchestra to Pearl Jam; from the San Juan Islands to Safeco Field — there is no place like it. The Emerald City is lush and green and it's one of the most wired cities in the country (coffee and computers!). We have a passion for volunteerism that gives Seattle an unusually holistic feel with a great sense of community. And within the larger community, we have many diverse neighborhoods, each with its own unique flavor and atmosphere.

SEATTLE

Seattle is comprised of 27 communities, each with its own identity, neighborhood center and cultural flavor. Condominiums contribute to the vitality and variety of home choices in almost all of the neighborhoods. The following are just a sampling:

Phinney Ridge Neighborhood (Seattle)

With numerous restaurants, shops and conveniences, and proximity to Woodland Park Zoo, Green Lake and easy access to Downtown, the Phinney neighborhood is perhaps Seattle's best kept secret. Perfectly located to take full advantage of the best a neighborhood has to offer.

Fremont Neighborhood (Seattle)

You'll find a towering 53' rocket poised for launch. From the heart of Fremont you can easily spend hours brunching and browsing in Fremont's deliciously fun and unusual shops or treasure hunting the many emporiums of vintage clothing, collectibles and antiques. Poke around and you'll find a real chocolate factory, brave new art galleries, several celebrated micro-breweries*, a fascinating underground antique mall, the Northwest's most diverse acoustic musical instrument shop, a working fine arts foundry, the Empty Space Theater and, on Sundays, a thriving flea, craft and farmers' market. For food and drink you can enjoy the European style pubs, bistros and coffee houses, or the fine ethnic and seafood restaurants.

Capitol Hill Neighborhood (Seattle)

Affectionately known as “the hill”, Capitol Hill is the second most densely populated neighborhood in Seattle. Capitol Hill serves up layer upon layer of convenience, comfort, and community. Walk to coffee. Go for groceries. Sprawl on the lawn. Check our Volunteer Park and the Asian Art Museum. Meet for lunch. Take care of business. Delight in the absurd. Walk back in time or run a finger along the cutting edge.

Eastlake Neighborhood (Seattle)

The crossroads between downtown Seattle and the University District, Eastlake is one of Seattle’s oldest and best-defined neighborhoods. It is East of Lake Union(hence the name Eastlake), south of the University Bridge, west of I5 and north of Mercer Street. Eastlake is a pleasant jumble of houseboats, single family, apartments, condominiums, and small businesses. Residents work hard to conserve the charm and character of the neighborhood, plant street trees, and develop shoreline parks and points of interest along the shores of Lake Union.

Queen Anne Neighborhood (Seattle)

Queen Anne is a neighborhood and a hill. This hill is the highest named hill in Seattle. Queen Anne is just north of the Seattle Center and just south of Fremont across from the Lake Washington Ship Canal. The hill became a popular spot for the city’s economic and cultural elite to build their mansions (the name Queen Anne derives from the architectural style typical of so many of the early homes). Queen Anne, like so many of Seattle’s residential districts, is a community unto its own. The main thoroughfare, Queen Anne Avenue, links the area with downtown Seattle and has become a magnet for trendy restaurants, upscale hotels, and popular bistros.

Center City Seattle

There are nine distinct neighborhoods that make up the Center City of Seattle, each with its own unique flavor and character. The crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest. Downtown Seattle offers a chance to live near work and so much more. From Seattle's hilly downtown you will experience spectacular views of the Puget Sound and surrounding mountains as well as the continually changing skyline. Seattle’s unparalleled arts community includes live theater, ballet, opera, and symphony, as well as the Pike Place Market and all the varied night life and restaurant experiences imaginable. Boredom is banned in Center City. It’s a great place for all ages.

SOUTH PUGET SOUND

The communities south of downtown Seattle are within close proximity of SeaTac airport and have easy access to both Seattle and Tacoma. Each of these bedroom communities offers its own special brand of charm. Federal Way is home to Paccar and Weyerhaeuser. The Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center was used for the Goodwill Games in 1990 and is still a major area attraction. The area also boasts Saltwater State Park, Celebration Park, and Enchanted Village/Wild Waves Park. Another south sound community is Kent. This small city has recently undergone big changes with the addition of Kent Station, which includes shopping, dining, and nightlife. It is adjacent to Sound Transit's Sounder Commuter Rail Station, making commuting a breeze.

THE EASTSIDE

The Eastside continues to have the most rapidly growing suburbs of Seattle and is quickly becoming a popular place for both business and residents of Puget Sound. The continued expected growth of the Eastside make it one of the most exciting regions in Puget Sound, with major employers such as Microsoft, Eddie Bauer and Costco.

NORTH PUGET SOUND

Heading north of the downtown Seattle area, you will find the vibrant communities of Everett, Marysville, Mukilteo, Mill Creek, Edmonds, and Lynnwood. The area was formerly a logging community and still retains much of that historic charm. The close proximity to the water as well as to the mountains has made it a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts - from scuba diving at Edmonds Underwater Park to the multitude of parks and beach trails. The manageable commute is a small price to pay for outstanding recreational opportunities. North Puget Sound is also the home of Paine Field, which services private aircraft and is Boeing's home airport; Everett Naval Station, one of the largest on the West Coast; Fluke Manufacturing; and Kimberley Clark Paper, among other major employers.

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