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Seattle, WA
Seattle · King County · WA 98112
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$800K
Median Price
30/100
Walk Score
8.1/10
Schools
9 min
to Seattle, WA
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
81/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
30/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
This Seattle neighborhood is close to downtown and has a decent bike network, but its walkability and transit scores are very low. Prices are high and living costs are steep, so it’s a solid choice if you’re willing to drive and can afford the premiums.
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The Good
- ✓9‑minute commute to downtown Seattle
- ✓Bike‑friendly streets with a 67 score
- ✓Vibrant dining and nightlife options
- ✓Strong nearby schools (average rating 8.1)
Real Talk
- !Very expensive housing and rent
- !Limited walkability forces car use
- !Noise and traffic from nearby downtown
- !Parking and permit fees add to monthly costs
- $Parking permit fees
- $High property taxes
- $HOA fees in many condos
Best For
young professionalsstudentsremote workersartistscommuters
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Seattle, WA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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