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The technology hub of Seattle, from Amazon to Google
According to James Stroupe, founding director of Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, South Lake Union is essentially “the technology hub of Seattle.” As someone who has been selling Seattle homes since 1994, he’s seen firsthand the neighborhood’s growth throughout the years. “Ten years ago, you just wouldn’t recognize it,” he says. "It’s had major growth, and it’s full of technology giants now – Apple, Google, Amazon. Everybody that comes in works for Amazon.” With so many job opportunities in the world’s fastest-growing industry and sweeping lakefront views, South Lake Union is drawing in homebuyers in droves.
The Google South Lake Union office is a short walk from Lake Union Park.
South Lake Union is a very walkable and bicycle friendly neighborhood.
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There are lots of modern condos in South Lake Union.
Highrise condos by the waterfront
While the neighborhood is primarily renter-based, homebuyers can find condos for sale here. Condos in the area are typically open-concept with floor-to-ceiling windows, giving them a loft-like feel. Monthly association fees usually cover utilities, private parking and earthquake insurance. One-bedroom, one-bath properties typically list between $360,00 and $525,000, while two-bed, two-bath homes cost up to $750,000.
Garfield High School, welcomes students from South Lake Union in Seattle.
Top-rated Washington schools serve South Lake Union
Schools in the area are a part of the Seattle Public Schools District, and the neighborhood has public and private offerings for students. Students are zoned for Lowell Elementary Schools, which earns a B-minus from Niche. Meany Middle School also serves the area; it has a B-plus rating on Niche and a unique student health program. The Meany Health Center offers comprehensive medical and behavioral health services to students at the school at no cost to parents. High schoolers are zoned for Garfield High School, one of the top 20 best public high schools in Washington. The school earns an A rating from Niche.
Preserving Seattle's oldest park and sharing its maritime history
When locals want a breath of fresh air, Lake Union Park or Denny Park are their go-tos. Lake Union is a 12-acre park where locals can picnic, splash around in the spray park, go on a boat tour, or launch a model sailboat. Lake Union is also home to the Museum of History and Industry and The Center for Wooden Boats, two museums dedicated to preserving and documenting the general and maritime history of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. Denny Park is at the base of the neighborhood. “Denny Park is Seattle’s first and oldest park,” says Stroupe. “It almost became part of a larger city park effort called the Seattle Commons, but once the vote was lost on that, the park stayed as it is.” This historic park has 4 acres of green space with large shade trees, a children’s play area and a fenced off-leash dog park. It’s also the site of many of South Lake Union’s outdoor festivals and markets. Waterfront Playground and Cascade Playground are two other spots frequented by families to let kids stretch their legs and get their energy out.
Lake Union Park has great views of the Seattle Tower and Lake Union.
An inspirational wall display at the MOHA in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA.
Denny Park has plenty of green spaces for the locals of South Lake Union to enjoy.
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Come have a drink at The White Swan Pub in South Lake Union.
Rooftop restaurants and serve-serve taps
This tech-focused waterfront neighborhood is also a dining hub. Portage Bay Cafe is a bright and modern diner serving local, organic, and seasonal breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes. For dinner and a view, mbar offers Mediterranean-inspired small plates and cocktails on a rooftop patio overlooking Lake Union. The White Swan Public House is a dockside patio-style restaurant that serves fresh-caught seafood, local brews and handcrafted cocktails. Prime meat cuts come with scenic views at Daniel’s Broiler, a bustling waterfront steakhouse a dock down from The White Swan. Inside the Google complex is Tapster, a trendy and eclectic bar where locals only pay for what they drink; beers and ciders dispense from self-serve taps, and prices are by the ounce. Flat Stick Pub is also popular among young professionals and is always buzzing with weekly events, like bingo and trivial night. When locals want to fill their pantries and make a home-cooked meal, Whole Foods Market is just on the other side of Denny Way at 2200 Westlake Retail, the closest shopping mall.
South Lake Union is a very walkable and bicycle friendly neighborhood.
Foot traffic high right by the I-5
Interstate 5 runs along the eastern border of South Lake Union, making accessing the highway a quick process for commuters. However, with so many employers in the area, only a few locals commute. Foot traffic is typically high in the neighborhood but has lessened in the past few years due to many technology jobs becoming remote. For those who take public transportation, King County Metro transportation system serves the area; many light rail stations and bus stops are scattered throughout South Lake Union.
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The best part of Seattle if you are looking for a "sterile" place to live. Many of the buildings here are new and the ground is flat. Mostly tech offices and biotech labs with retail spaces and apartments for those workers. Not much open at night, which is great if you want to live in an area that's quiet at night but still part of the urban core and walkable to other downtown areas that are louder at night.
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South Lake Union Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Lake Union, Seattle sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in South Lake Union, Seattle over the last 12 months is $442,500, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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