University District, Seattle
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Explore the University District (U District) in Seattle — a transit-rich, amenity-packed neighborhood centered on the University of Washington. Learn about schools, transport (U District Link light rail, King County Metro, bike routes), parks, shopping (University Village, The Ave), cultural institutions and housing trends to help you find the right property.
Tips for Buyers
- 1.Prioritize listings near the Link station if transit access and rentability are priorities.
- 2.Confirm parking availability and neighborhood permit rules — they vary block by block.
- 3.If buying to rent to students, model seasonal vacancy tied to the UW academic calendar.
- 4.Verify current school boundaries with Seattle Public Schools if K–12 placement is important.
- 5.Ask about HOA rules and rental restrictions on condos and newer developments before making offers.
Common Property Types
- • New-construction condos and apartments (transit-oriented developments)
- • Purpose-built student rentals
- • Mid-rise and high-rise apartment buildings
- • Older single-family homes and craftsman-style houses in adjacent pockets
Who Lives Here
A mix of students, university faculty and staff, young professionals and long-term neighborhood residents. The UW’s presence creates a continually refreshed renter and buyer pool.
Transport
- • U District Link Light Rail Station (Northgate Link) — rapid access to Downtown, Capitol Hill and Northgate; transfers available for airport and southside travel
- • King County Metro bus routes serving NE 45th St, University Way NE and 15th Ave NE/Brooklyn Ave NE
- • Burke-Gilman Trail for biking and recreation
- • Quick vehicle access to I-5 and SR-520
Schools
- • University of Washington (main campus)
- • Roosevelt High School (Seattle Public Schools)
- • Bryant Elementary School (nearby)
- • Eckstein Middle School (nearby)
Amenities
- • University Village (open-air shopping and dining)
- • The Ave / University Way NE (cafés, bookstores, restaurants, nightlife)
- • Burke Museum and Henry Art Gallery
- • UW Medical Center and campus health services
Strong long-term outlook driven by the University of Washington’s stable employment base, improved light-rail connectivity and ongoing neighborhood redevelopment. Properties near transit and campus typically command higher rents and sustained buyer interest.
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