Why Live in Fairmount Park
Fairmount Park, a leafy neighborhood in West Seattle, is close to Elliott Bay and offers views of the Olympic Mountains. The area features a variety of home styles, including Craftsman cottages, bungalows, split-levels and New Traditionals. Area schools, such as Gatewood Elementary, Madison Middle School, West Seattle High School, Fairmount Park Elementary and Hamilton Middle School, are all highly rated. The neighborhood is adjacent to Alaska Junction, a hub for local dining and shopping. Popular spots include Bakery Nouveau, Easy Street Records & Café, Husky Deli, and Talarico’s Pizzeria. Area grocery stores include Safeway, Trader Joe's and Whole Foods Market. The Fairmount Park area offers several spots to enjoy the outdoors, including Fairmount Playfield, Alki Beach Park, Lincoln Park and Lowman Beach Park. The West Seattle Junction organizes a variety of community events, including outdoor movie series, art walks and holiday celebrations. The neighborhood is about 5 miles from downtown Seattle and 15 miles from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport. Public transportation options include the King County Metro’s C Line and the Sound Transit light rail network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairmount Park a good place to live?
Fairmount Park is a good place to live. Fairmount Park is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Fairmount Park is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Fairmount Park has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 20.2 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $141,708 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 62.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Fairmount Park are renters, with 62.9% of residents renting and 37.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fairmount Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fairmount Park neighborhood guide.
Is Fairmount Park, WA a safe neighborhood?
Fairmount Park, WA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fairmount Park?
The median home price in Fairmount Park is $734,997. If you put a 20% down payment of $147,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,590 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $154K a year to afford the median home price in Fairmount Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Fairmount Park is $142K.
What are the best public schools in Fairmount Park?
The best public schools that serve Fairmount Park are:
What are the best private schools in Fairmount Park?
The best private schools that serve Fairmount Park are:
- Holy Rosary School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- Hope Lutheran School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Tilden School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
What are the most popular zip codes in Fairmount Park, Seattle, WA?
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Are home prices dropping in Fairmount Park?
Yes, home prices in Fairmount Park are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Fairmount Park, WA
On average, homes in Fairmount Park, Seattle sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairmount Park, Seattle over the last 12 months is $750,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$750,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$900,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$655,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$542,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$317,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$553
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
124
Median List Price
$734,997
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
