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South Lake Union Neighborhood Guide Seattle, WA

About

South Lake Union is a vibrant neighborhood in Seattle, Washington, nestled on the southern shore of Lake Union and connected to downtown Seattle by Westlake Avenue. Known for its high-tech and bio-tech presence, including Amazon's global headquarters, the neighborhood is also recognized for its historic preservation with the Museum of History and Industry and the Center for Wooden Boats nearby. The neighborhood is bordered by Interstate 5 to the east and provides quick access to other parts of the city.

What You Will Love about South Lake Union, Seattle, Washington

  • High-tech and biotech professional will appreciate the proximity to leading companies, including Amazon's global headquarters.
  • History and boat enthusiasts will enjoy the Museum of History and Industry and the Center for Wooden Boats.
  • The neighborhood's location, adjacent to Interstate 5, offers easy access to the rest of the city.

What’s Nearby

South Lake Union is conveniently close to downtown Seattle, offering easy access to shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. Other nearby destinations include the stunning Lake Union Park, the iconic Space Needle, and the popular Pike Place Market.

The Rental Market

The rental market in South Lake Union is on the higher end, reflecting its popular location and tech-centered economy. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $3,176. Rent prices have fluctuated between a minimum average of $2,675 and a maximum average of $3,196 in the past year.

Rental Price Stability

Rental rates in South Lake Union have shown moderate stability, with a standard deviation of $229.74 over the past 12 months. The slight fluctuation illustrates a relatively stable market, despite the premium location and amenities in the neighborhood.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in and around South Lake Union is high-energy and innovative, with a strong focus on technology and science. It's a neighborhood well-suited for professionals, particularly in the tech and biotech sectors. With access to a variety of dining and entertainment options, as well as nearby parks and lakefront activities, South Lake Union offers a balanced urban living experience.

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Rental Trends in South Lake Union

Studio1 Bed2 Beds
Sep 2023Oct 2023Nov 2023Dec 2023Jan 2024Feb 2024Mar 2024Apr 2024May 2024Jun 2024Jul 2024Aug 2024Sep 2024
$2115$2132$1906$1802$1972$2002$1912$2018$2016$2035$1926$2133$2045
$3067$3012$2968$3085$3147$3100$2982$2390$2440$2484$2544$2983$2925
$5159$5091$4962$5182$5245$4883$5180$4252$4128$4365$4500$4824$4934
$9254$9053$10877$11245$10931$10918$10273$6543$6929$6280$11353$9536$9438
Last updated 9/16/2024
441 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 1,427 restaurants, 146 grocery stores, and 155 parks within a mile of the South Lake Union neighborhood.

  • RESTAURANTS
    Box Nature Sushi

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Dining and Drinking, Food Truck

    •

    0.1 miles

    Minor Ave N

  • GROCERY
    Home Deli Grocery

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

    •

    0.2 miles

    500 Minor Ave N

  • GROCERY
    Trucklandia

    Dining and Drinking, Food Court, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    400 Fairview Ave N

  • SHOPPING
    The Warehouse

    Business and Professional Services, Storage Facility, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    345 Boren Ave N

  • RESTAURANTS
    Thai U Up

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Dining and Drinking, Food Truck

    •

    0.2 miles

    333 Boren Ave N

  • RESTAURANTS
    Kaosamai Thai at Ducky's

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Dining and Drinking, Food Truck

    •

    0.4 miles

    Terry Ave

South Lake Union Apartments and Rentals

441 Rental properties in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA.

  • CHROMA property

    $1,957+

    CHROMA

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    475–1127 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Ava Capitol Hill property

    $1,732+

    Ava Capitol Hill

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    446–1380 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Aperture on Fifth property

    Contact for Price

    Aperture on Fifth

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    432–951 Sqft

    6 Units Available

  • Juxt property

    $1,977+

    Juxt

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    573–1411 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Tower 12 property

    $2,155+

    Tower 12

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    571–1825 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • The Cornelius property

    $1,355+

    The Cornelius

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    418–848 Sqft

    Contact for Availability

441 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%

South Lake Union Demographics

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South Lake Union Reviews

people smiling

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Near Downtown

    Yes

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 5 of 6 renters

441 Properties Available for Rent

South Lake Union Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

97/100
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

80/100
Bike Score®

Excellent Transit

87/100
2 bus stops, 5 train stops

Metro Bus Stop

Bus Stop

Fairveiw Ave

Seattle Streetcar - Terry & Mercer

Train Stop

599 Terry Ave N

Seattle Streetcar - Fairview & Campus Drive

Train Stop

Farview Ave

Source: foursquare.com

South Lake Union Schools

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19%
Capitol HillNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,694
17%
CascadeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,943
10%
BelltownNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,615
2%
Queen AnneNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,720
14%
Lower Queen AnneNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,733
14%
University DistrictNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,634
17%
FremontNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,850
0%
Downtown SeattleNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,780
11%
BallardNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,224
4%
WallingfordNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$2,019
42%
First HillNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,560
2%
WestlakeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$2,025
3%
EastlakeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,306
3%
Green LakeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,760
24%
North SeattleNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,854
12%
West EdgeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$2,325
1%
Columbia CityNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,799
13%
Northeast SeattleNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,637
21%
WaterfrontNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington----
Pioneer SquareNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$2,269--
Central AreaNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,450
8%
Yesler TerraceNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,297
15%
MinorNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,425
10%
International DistrictNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,483
21%
North CentralNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,802--
GreenwoodNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,195
10%
MagnoliaNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,495--
LaurelhurstNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington----
MontlakeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,335--
Squire ParkNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,525
2%
Beacon HillNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,592
22%
RooseveltNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,411
18%
Madison ParkNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$2,295--
Phinney RidgeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,385
1%
North Queen AnneNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,195
29%
RavennaNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,615--
InterbayNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,500
16%
Alki PointNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,500--
North AdmiralNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,695
26%
AdamsNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,137
14%
View RidgeNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington----
North Beacon HillNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington$1,592
22%
WedgwoodNeighborhood in Seattle, Washington----