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Northwest Seattle Neighborhood Guide Seattle, WA

About

Northwest Seattle, located in the uppermost region of the city, is a vibrant neighborhood known for its stunning views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. The area is well-connected with frequent bus routes and easy access to I-5 and State Route 99. With its mix of residential and commercial zones, Northwest Seattle offers a variety of shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities, enhancing the quality of life for its residents.

What You Will Love About Northwest Seattle, Seattle, Washington

  • The unbeatable views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains are a constant reminder of the natural beauty surrounding Northwest Seattle.
  • The area boasts ample green spaces including the popular Golden Gardens Park, a perfect spot for picnics and beach walks.
  • Northwest Seattle provides a healthy mix of both residential and commercial areas, making daily conveniences easily accessible.

What’s Nearby

Northwest Seattle is in close proximity to the culturally rich Ballard neighborhood, known for its thriving music and craft beer scene. The neighborhood is also conveniently close to downtown Seattle, offering residents easy access to a multitude of employment and entertainment options.

The Rental Market

The rental market in Northwest Seattle tends to be on the higher end. The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment here is around $1,843, with the lowest average being $1,595 and the highest averaging out at the same figure of $1,843. This indicates that quality accommodations in this area come with a higher price tag.

Rental Price Stability

The relatively tight range of rental prices, from $1,595 to $1,843, suggests that rental rates in Northwest Seattle are fairly stable. With a standard deviation of $82.03, there's not a significant amount of fluctuation in pricing.

Lifestyle

Living in Northwest Seattle caters to both an active and leisurely lifestyle. Residents can enjoy the outdoors with easy access to parks and beaches, while the commercial areas offer a variety of boutique shopping, local eateries, and nightlife options. This balance of nature and urban conveniences makes Northwest Seattle an appealing neighborhood to live in.

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166 Properties Available for Rent

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Rental Trends in Northwest Seattle

Studio1 Bed2 Beds
Sep 2023Oct 2023Nov 2023Dec 2023Jan 2024Feb 2024Mar 2024Apr 2024May 2024Jun 2024Jul 2024Aug 2024Sep 2024
$1300$1275$1250$1150$1195$1325$1250$1442$1412$1539$1529$1172$1162
$1702$1645$1718$1718$1817$1750$1725$1791$1790$1765$1788$1838$1799
$2295$2195$2095$2345$2375$2025$2200$2325$2295$2350$2350$2535$2300
$3995$3995$3295$2595$2595$3195$3295$3198$3100$2395$2495$2495$2495
Last updated 9/16/2024
166 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 376 restaurants, 58 grocery stores, and 49 parks within a mile of the Northwest Seattle neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    QFC Pharmacy

    Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.4 miles

    9999 Holman Rd NW

  • GROCERY
    QFC

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    9999 Holman Rd NW

  • GROCERY
    Dans Deli Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    10513 Greenwood Ave N

  • GROCERY
    Sandy's Sea Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fish Market, Grocery Store / Supermarket, Meat and Seafood Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    10528 Greenwood Ave N

  • GROCERY
    Lenny's Produce

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    10410 Greenwood Ave N

  • GROCERY
    Ukraine International Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    10410 Greenwood Ave N

Northwest Seattle Apartments and Rentals

166 Rental properties in Northwest Seattle, Seattle, WA.

  • Baldwyn property

    $1,499+

    Baldwyn

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    316–1119 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Leilani On Greenwood property

    $1,645+

    Leilani On Greenwood

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    385–1054 Sqft

    8 Units Available

  • Lane property

    $1,515+

    Lane

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    468–1041 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • J.G. WHITTIER property

    $1,895+

    J.G. WHITTIER

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    500–852 Sqft

    9 Units Available

  • Cubix Northgate property

    $1,286+

    Cubix Northgate

    Studio • 1 Bath

    274–300 Sqft

    Available 10/7

  • The Court at Northgate property

    $1,750+

    The Court at Northgate

    1–2 Beds • 1–1.5 Baths

    700–950 Sqft

    2 Units Available

166 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
36.9%
114.2%
utilities
6%
1.5%
food
2.6%
14.3%
transportation
3%
29.8%
healthcare
9.9%
34.4%

Northwest Seattle Demographics

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Northwest Seattle Reviews

people smiling

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Nice Views

    Yes

    Say 4 of 4 renters

166 Properties Available for Rent

Northwest Seattle Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

78/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

76/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

54/100
2 bus stops

Bus Stop 6750

Bus Stop

Greenwood Ave N

Metro Bus Stop 80th & Wallingford

Bus Stop

N 80TH St

Source: foursquare.com

Northwest Seattle Schools

166 Properties Available for Rent

Neighborhoods Around Northwest Seattle

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
BallardNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,224
4%
Lake CityNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,350
7%
Green LakeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,760
24%
GreenwoodNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,195
10%
University DistrictNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,634
17%
FremontNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,850
0%
NorthgateNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,668
17%
WallingfordNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$2,019
42%
Queen AnneNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,720
14%
Northeast SeattleNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,637
21%
Crown HillNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,490
7%
Bitter LakeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,074
7%
RooseveltNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,411
18%
North CentralNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,802--
Phinney RidgeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,385
1%
EastlakeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,306
3%
MagnoliaNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,495--
PinehurstNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,715--
Maple LeafNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,760
0%
RavennaNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,615--
AdamsNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,137
14%
North College ParkNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,525
13%
View RidgeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington----
West WoodlandNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,455
20%
North Queen AnneNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,195
29%
InterbayNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,500
16%
WedgwoodNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington----
Olympic HillsNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,494
18%
University HeightsNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,871
25%
University VillageNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$2,128--
Lake ViewNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,468
40%
East Queen AnneNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,320
0%
Lawton ParkNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington----
Cedar ParkNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,305--
University ParkNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,195--
The AveNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,871--