Wallingford Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Family-friendly neighborhood with local shops, Gas Works Park views, and established Seattle character.
Seattle, WAAvg Rent: $2,100/moWalk Score: 78
Walkability
78
Walk Score
Transit
55
Transit Score
Commute
15-20 min
To Downtown
Safety
Excellent
Rating
Wallingford Rent Prices
Studio
$1,300
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,600
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,300
per month
3 Bedrooms
$3,200
per month
Rent Trend: Stable
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Family-friendly, established, neighborhood
Demographics
Families, professionals, long-time Seattle residents
Best For
FamiliesSchool seekersCommunity-mindedEstablished Seattle
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Local favorites, family-friendly, casual
Nightlife
Limited - neighborhood focused
Schools
Excellent public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Wallingford
Pros
- Great schools
- Community feel
- Gas Works views
- Family-friendly
Cons
- Distance from downtown
- Limited nightlife
- Rainy weather
- Getting expensive
Parks & Recreation
- Gas Works Park
- Wallingford Playfield
- Burke-Gilman Trail
Public Transit
- Metro bus
Popular Streets
- N 45th Street
- Wallingford Avenue
- Stone Way
Key Amenities
- 45th Street shops
- Gas Works Park
- Burke-Gilman Trail
- Community feel
Compare with Other Seattle Neighborhoods
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2BR Rent:$2,700
Walk Score:92
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Ballard
2BR Rent:$2,500
Walk Score:85
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Fremont
2BR Rent:$2,500
Walk Score:82
Quirky, artistic, neighborhood-focused
Queen Anne
2BR Rent:$2,700
Walk Score:78
Urban/residential mix, views, central
South Lake Union
2BR Rent:$3,300
Walk Score:90
Tech, new development, corporate
Helpful Resources for Renters
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