Lower Queen Anne
Seattle, Washington Homes for Sale
About Lower Queen Anne
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Around Lower Queen Anne
This is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Seattle. The majority of businesses are located around Mercer Street. Living in this area will provide residents with daily conveniences just outside their door. North of Mercer Street, the area starts to climb up towering Queen Anne Hill. A lot of these homes will have stellar views of Elliott Bay and the city below. Nature lovers may enjoy living near West Olympic Place and West Roy Street to take advantage of the picturesque hikes through Kinnear Park and the Southwest Queen Anne Greenbelt.
Lower Queen Anne is known as a food lovers paradise on account of the global cuisines featured in all of the restaurants. The concentration of cafes and bistros are along Mercer, Republican, and Roy Streets. One of Seattle’s most iconic restaurants, Dick’s Drive-In, is located in this neighborhood on Queen Anne Avenue North. It serves classic American fare in a retro-style diner. For over 20 years, the Sitting Room has been a favorite bistro known for their small plates and chic cocktails. Another local favorite is Mecca Cafe, which has been around since 1933 Mecca and offers great cocktails and simple diner fare.
Lower Queen Anne is one of the most architecturally diverse neighborhoods in Seattle. The area around the Seattle Center features the UFO-inspired Space Needle and the far-out Gothic-infused concrete arches of the World’s Fair’s science pavilion—now the Pacific Science Center. McCaw Hall located on Mercer Street is home to the Seattle Opera and the Seattle Ballet, which is a stunning and modern, light-filled glass and metal structure. Another magnificent building is the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPop.) Designed by famed architect Frank Gehry, the gently curving building changes colors throughout the day according to light conditions.
Kick-off to the weekend with a visit to the Space Needle’s Loupe Lounge. This rotating glass floor experience offers the best views of Seattle along with inventive libations and tasty bites. For a chiller vibe with European flair, Queen Anne Beer Hall has an extensive collection of brews alongside Bavarian fare. Attend a performance at the Seattle Ballet or the Seattle Rep Theatre. After, grab a drink at one of the many cafes or bars along West Roy Street. Movie buffs will love the SIFF Cinema Uptown, an independent art cinema that is home to local film festivals.
Grab a coffee at La Marzocco Café and listen to some tunes at the KEXP broadcast studio. The beloved indie radio station is housed in a sleek building complete with a live room, viewing gallery, café, and vintage record store. Or visit the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit to see the stunning sea creature creations of artist Dale Chihuly. In addition to housing the exhibit, the Seattle Center has multiple restaurants and cafes as well as hosts different events and festivals throughout the year.
One of the most charming features of Lower Queen Anne is its monorail. This elevated tram built for the World’s Fair runs between the Seattle Center and downtown offering riders a commute with a scenic view. King County Metro Rapid Ride D Line runs along Queen Avenue North heading south to Belltown and on to Downtown Seattle. It also heads north to Ballard. Bus Route 8 runs along Denny Way connecting Lower Queen Anne with Westlake and Capitol Hill. Buses 1 and 2 travel north to the top of Queen Anne Hill.
Locals Love
- Cultural attractions within walking distance
- Diverse restaurants
- Central location
Locals Don't Love
- Difficulty getting up and down Queen Anne Hill
- Rush hour traffic on Mercer Street
- Limited housing inventory
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