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A neighborhood can really make or break your living experience. Some neighborhoods offer great commutes to downtown areas, tourist attractions, and parks, while others promise great housing, convenience, or a quiet escape. That's why it's important to choose the right one when moving to another location.
Niche recently revealed the best neighborhoods to live in every state. The rankings are based on the "Best Places to Live in America" roundup, which factors in cost of living, job opportunities, crime statistics, public schools, local amenities, and data from multiple sources.
South Lake Union was crowned Washington State's best neighborhood! This Seattle spot earned an overall A+ rating on Niche. Nightlife, jobs, outdoor activities, and commute are among their standout attributes. The website also explains what it's like to live in this neighborhood:
"Living in South Lake Union offers residents a dense urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In South Lake Union there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in South Lake Union... The public schools in South Lake Union are highly rated."
Here are the Top 10 neighborhoods to live in Washington:
- South Lake Union (Seattle)
- Westlake (Seattle)
- West Bellevue (Bellevue)
- Education Hill (Redmond)
- First Hill (Seattle)
- Downtown Seattle
- Wilburton (Bellevue)
- Belltown (Seattle)
- Mann (Seattle)
- Broadway/Capitol Hill (Seattle)