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A distinctly urban setting beside Elliott Bay
Downtown Seattle, on Puget Sound's Elliott Bay, has a wide selection of shopping and dining options, walkability, public transportation and parks. "It's such an urban setting," says David Glenn, a real estate broker with Coldwell Banker Danforth, who also has 15 years of experience as a contractor. "Most of Downtown Seattle is buildings, but it's not so much residential," Glenn says. "If you wanted single-family in Downtown, I'd say 'good luck.'" Condominium living is the norm, and the variety of buildings includes vintage midrises and modern high-rises.
The Irish Heritage Club of Seattle hosts the Laying of the Green Stripe in Downtown Seattle.
Pier 62 in Downtown Seattle is a community space where people gather to enjoy the weekend.
Condos rise above Downtown Seattle with views stretching to the Puget Sound.
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Pier pastimes, Ivar's, Pike Place and more shopping
Piers along the bay feature numerous lures, from the iconic Seattle Great Wheel Ferris wheel to sea tour sellers, specialty shops and ferries. Along the waterfront, restaurants like Elliott's Oyster House on Pier 56 and Ivar's on Pier 54 bring the sea to shore. Neil Northrop, a member of Elvis tribute band Kentucky Rainband, says the original owner of Ivar's, Ivar Haglund, was a big Seattle character. "He was kind of a local hero, a seafood guy, but he also did a lot for marine animals," Northrop says. "He took a baby seal in a baby carriage to a mall one time." The seal stunt was for the purpose of promoting Seattle's first aquarium, which Haglund opened in 1938. A folk singer and radio celebrity, Haglund popularized the song "Acres of Clams," which is also the name of the other Ivar's eatery on Pier 54.Multistory mall Westlake Center is one place to shop, and it has a food court, which includes Sushi Burrito and CaliBurger. One of the area's biggest draws is the waterfront Pike Place Market, one of the oldest operating farmers markets in the country, founded in 1907. "It's for outdoor and indoor shopping: fresh, fresh stuff," Glenn says. Fishmongers, produce farmers and craftsmen sell their goods at the market. Grocers in the area include H Mart and Whole Foods Market.
Tourists commonly order food at Ivar's seafood restaurant in Downtown Seattle.
Pike Place Market’s outdoor seating draws locals and visitors in Downtown Seattle.
Downtown Seattle features an impressive waterfront area, with retail and dining options aplenty.
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Seattle attractions and performance venues
There's no need for idle time in Downtown Seattle. There are many attractions and exciting things to do, including visits to the Seattle Art Museum or the Seattle Aquarium. It's about a mile to T-Mobile Park, where the Seattle Mariners play, or Lumen Field for the Seattle Seahawks, Major League Soccer's Seattle Sounders FC and National Women's Soccer League's Seattle Reign FC. The stadiums also host major touring acts, conventions and other events. "I haven't heard much about Downtown nightlife recently, but there are definitely venues that people go to," Glenn says. The Paramount Theatre is one location that comes to mind. The historical venue features musicals, plays and concerts. The Moore Theatre, built in 1907, hosts national performers, including comedians and dance troupes. Both venues are under the care of the nonprofit Seattle Theatre Group, which has a community outreach and educational programming component.
One of Downtown Seattle’s top attractions is the Ferris wheel located on Pier 54.
Johnathan Borofsky’s Hammering Man greets visitors of the Seattle Art Museum in downtown.
The iconic Seattle Public Library is located on 4th Avenue in Downtown Seattle.
Downtown Seattle’s new Convention Center stands steps from the historic Paramount Theatre.
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Buses, monorail, Pier 50 ferries and water taxis
Downtown is very walkable, and King County Metro and Sound Transit buses run throughout the city and beyond. The refillable ORCA card makes paying for public transportation easy. The Seattle Center Monorail runs out of the station at Westlake Center, which was upgraded with $7 million worth of improvements in 2021. The trains run to Seattle Center destinations like the Space Needle, the Museum of Pop Culture and the Climate Pledge Arena. University Street Station is one of the closest Sound Transit Link light rail stations. It's less than 2 miles to King Street Station, which offers Sound Transit Link light rail, First Hill Seattle Streetcars, Sounder commuter trains and Amtrak service.Pier 55 has Argosy Fast Ferry service to Blake Island, and Pier 50 has King County Metro ferries to Kingston, Southworth, Bremerton and Bainbridge. The Water Taxi travels from Pier 50 to West Seattle and Vashon Island. Some parking garages and electric vehicle charging stations are available in the area. Interstate 5 is nearby, and it's about 13 miles to Sea-Tac, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, and a 34-mile drive south to Tacoma.
The bus stop at Westlake Center is a familiar meeting point for Downtown Seattle locals.
Downtown Seattle features a newly remodeled ferry terminal, with amazing views of Puget Sound.
A transit stop on 4th Avenue serves daily riders in Downtown Seattle's core.
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Seaboard Building condos, penthouses in high-rises
"If you were new to Seattle and you didn't see what it used to be and you were to scrap all of that and come live in Seattle now, you would most likely be living in multifamily, most likely condos or apartments," Glenn says. Residential landmarks include the early-1900s Seaboard Building. With prices comparable to other midrise vintage options, this Beaux-Arts-style building offers luxury condos. A Seaboard one-bedroom can cost $390,000, versus $1.4 million for the 2,500-square-foot penthouse, formerly department store magnate John Nordstrom's office. Many downtowners live in high-rise condos overlooking Puget Sound. Condos constructed from 2000 to 2010 range from about $500,000 for a one-bedroom of less than 1,000 square feet to as much as $12 million for a penthouse with more than 5,000 square feet. Condos come with numerous perks, including private balconies and decks, clubhouses, fitness centers, pools and saunas. Monthly homeowners association fees are proportional to property values, ranging from about $750 to over $8,000. Some buildings do not include parking; a single garage space can sell for $45,000. The CAP Index crime score is 9 out of 10; however, according to the Downtown Seattle Association, the number of violent crime incidents has fallen. In 2023, violent crime was at its lowest level since 2018.
High-rise condos in Downtown Seattle can be seen from the newly remodeled Ferry Terminal.
Condos and storefronts line 1st Avenue, offering housing options in Downtown Seattle.
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Waterfront Park makeover, Olympic Sculpture Park
The city has been making efforts to update and improve the waterfront. A transformed shoreline park is being created in place of Waterfront Park at Pier 58. It's expected to be completed by 2025 and include gardens, trails and areas for concerts and festivals. Olympic Sculpture Park, an offshoot of the Seattle Art Museum, is about a mile up the coast and has paths for pedestrian and cyclist use. The annual Seattle Pride Parade starts with a preshow at Westlake Park and takes a route along Fourth Avenue. The largest parade in Washington state, the event celebrates over 250 groups, companies and nonprofits.
Waterfront Park at Pier 58 in Downtown Seattle hosts concerts and festivals throughout the year.
Locals and tourists alike love to view the incredible sculptures at Olympic Sculpture Park.
Rainbow flags and joyful faces fill Downtown Seattle during the annual Pride Parade.
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Lowell Elementary, Meany Middle, Garfield High
Public schools include Lowell Elementary, which has a B-minus grade from Niche and on-site after-school childcare through the Boys and Girls Club of King County. Meany Middle School has a B-plus, and Garfield High School has an A. The area also has several highly rated private schools, such as The Downtown School: A Lakeside School, an independent coeducational high school with an A grade. Additionally, the Seattle Public Library Central Library is located Downtown and offers programs and resources for students of all ages.
Lowell Elementary School, an option for students in Downtown Seattle, receives a B from Niche.
Meany Middle School serves families in Seattle’s downtown and Capitol Hill areas.
Downtown Seattle students attend Garfield High, just a couple of miles east.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Seattle
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
10
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
10
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Seattle Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Seattle, Seattle sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Seattle, Seattle over the last 12 months is $892,444, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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