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A suburban retreat in West Seattle
A leafy escape south of Downtown Seattle, Fairmount Park is a residential pocket that is in proximity to Elliott Bay. With views of the Olympic Mountains, proximity to Alaska Junction and Alki Beach, Fairmount Park is a sough-after West Seattle neighborhood with reputable schools and peaceful homes. “West Seattle is a peninsula surrounded by the waters, and this makes it one of the shining gems in Seattle real estate,” says Bill Reid, a broker at Windermere who is a lifelong Seattle resident and has been servicing the greater Seattle area for over 40 years. “Fairmount Park is a great destination neighborhood that’s close to the Alaska Junction, and access into the city is also extremely convenient.”
Fairmount Park is a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of west Seattle.
Go for a paddle on a sunny day in Fairmount Park.
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Eclectic residential homes in Fairmount Park
The single-family home layouts in Fairmount Park largely represent Craftsman cottages and bungalows, with split-levels and New Traditionals. Residential properties range from $550,000 to $1 million, and those with views of Puget Sound can climb to $1.5 million. Condos start around $300,000, and townhouses may go up to $900,000. “There is a big demand for West Seattle; home values are going up, and there is a shortage of inventory,” Reid says. “The housing stock is a whole mixed bag; you’ve got newer construction as well as Craftsman that date back to the early 1920s, with midcentury split-levels and townhouses, so there’s not just one style.”
Fairmount Park offers a wide array of modern town homes.
Some homes in Fairmount Park sit on a hill overlooking the water.
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Shopping and dining at Alaska Junction
Alaska Junction, which is adjacent to the neighborhood’s north end, is home to some of West Seattle’s most definitive establishments. Residents are spotted getting pastries and sweets at the French café, Bakery Nouveau, or browsing local boutiques, including Northwest Art & Frame. The area’s anchoring hallmark, Easy Street Records & Café, is home to a large selection of vinyl records, hearty breakfast classics, as well as a history of famous musicians who have performed at the venue, including Patti Smith and Lou Reed. Husky Deli is an eclectic space that serves paninis and gourmet ice cream made in-house. The store also has a grocery selection featuring international treats and condiments. Popular dine-out options include Talarico’s Pizzeria, which hosts karaoke and bingo nights, and Marination Ma Kai, which is a waterfront Mexican restaurant on Alki Beach. The neighborhood is also close to a plethora of grocery stores and retailers, from Safeway to Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe’s and Target. In addition to serving cold brews, C&P Coffee Company also organizes events such as poetry readings and live performances.
Drive five minutes from Fairmount Park to grab a drink on the Beach at Beach Bar.
Grab a sandwich or ice cream cone at Husky Deli in Fairmount Park.
Shop for records and grab a burger at the famous Easy Street Records and Cafe in Fairmont Park.
Buy a new book exchange at Pegasus Book Exchange in Fairmount Park.
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Outdoor and water activities by Alki Beach
The community’s namesake park, Fairmount Playfield, is home to play areas and athletic fields for children to play and exercise. Locals can often be found jogging, skating or biking along Alki Beach Park’s boardwalk. Offering sweeping views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains as well as downtown vistas, the shoreline park is also popular for boating, sunbathing and playing sand volleyball. Located several miles to the south, Lincoln Park is another popular outdoor option featuring a saltwater pool right on the beach, bike trails and walking paths, playing fields and a play area with tree house elements. Residents can also boat, kayak or paddle to Puget Sound at Lowman Beach Park, or play golf at West Seattle Golf Course.
Walk the boardwalk on Alki for an afternoon of fresh air a few minutes away from Fairmount.
Spend the day in the tide pools just a five minute drive from Fairmount Park
Spend the day on the beach minutes away from Fairmount Park.
Lincoln Park is a jewel of West Seattle and only 5 minutes from Fairmount Park.
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Seattle Public Schools
Young students may begin schooling at Gatewood Elementary School and continue to Madison Middle School and West Seattle High School, all of which have an A-minus Niche score. West Seattle High offers advanced learning pathways, including honors and Advanced Placement courses. Additional area schools may include Fairmount Park Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School, both receiving an A rating.
Fairmount Park students attend West Seattle High School.
Fairmount Park Elementary is located in the Fairmount Park neighborhood of Seattle.
Madison Middle School serves students in grades 6-8 in Fairmount Park.
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Local festivals in West Seattle
The West Seattle Junction is a nonprofit organization that organizes many of the area’s community events, including outdoor movie series, monthly art walks, Halloween celebrations and a summer festival. Hometown Holidays, which features events that celebrate the winter festivities, include the GLOWS (Glorious Lights of West Seattle) Festival, a night market and a holiday art walk. The Seattle Chinese Garden is home to the Lunar New Year Lantern Festival.
Navigating into Seattle
Fairmount Park is a mere 5 or 6-mile drive to Seattle, and the Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is about 15 miles away via Interstate 5. Residents can also take King County Metro’s C Line for access to the city, and Sound Transit, which is the Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority, is available for navigating into the Seattle metropolitan area. St. Anne Hospital is about 10 miles south of the neighborhood with Washington State Route 509.
Drive five minutes from Fairmount Park to the Fauntleroy ferry dock for a rid to the peninsula.
Fairmount Park has access to the King County Metro System.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Fairmount Park and Playground
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Trails
Camp Long
Bike Trails
Grills
Trails
High Point Commons Park Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Dragonfly Pavilion
Bike Trails
Trails
Events
Junction Plaza
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Judy Faye park
Picnic Area
Fauntleroy Place
Transit
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
25 min drive
Bus
Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Morgan St
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Fauntleroy Way SW & SW Dawson St
Bus
35th Ave SW & SW Edmunds St
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California Ave SW & SW Raymond St
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35th Ave SW & SW Dawson St
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35th Ave SW & SW Raymond St
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SW Avalon Way & SW Genesee St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairmount Park
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairmount Park, Seattle sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fairmount Park, Seattle over the last 12 months is $817,994, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
8,315
Median Age
39
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$111,718
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$141,708
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.8%
College Graduates
62.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.7%
% Population in Labor Force
78.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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