A diverse neighborhood with a tightknit community.
Columbia City has a below average violent crime rate and an average property crime rate for Seattle.
Columbia City is a diverse (over 60 languages spoken!) neighborhood in south Seattle. As one of Seattle's eight historic landmark districts it has retained its unique character despite increasing development here. So while you will find brand new condos and apartments, there are still quaint neighborhood shops and elegant homes that can make this feel like a small town with all the benefits of urban living – residents often talk about the community pride here.
As you'd expect of a diverse neighborhood, there are dining options here to suit every taste – Ethiopian, Thai, American, Mexican, Caribbean, Japanese, and others. The unique vibe extends to its mom-and-pop stores, boutiques, bookstores, and toy stores. During the summer months a famous Farmers Market attracts residents from other parts of the city.
Many residents don't require a car given its great walkability and access to public transit.
Columbia City is bordered on the north by Mount Baker, on the east by Seward Park, on the south by Rainier Beach, and on the west by Beacon Hill.
Commute:
Downtown Seattle: 4.7 miles / 15-40 minutes by car / 30-35 minutes by transit
Bellevue: 12 miles / 25-45 minutes by car / 65-85 minutes by transit
Redmond: 18.5 miles / 30-50 minutes by car / 60-70 minutes by transit
Columbia City LOCAL schools
Columbia City Local Flavor 
American style diner serving all the best traditional cuisine for breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
Island Soul Rum Bar & Soul Shack is a family-run restaurant featuring a full bar and Caribbean-inspired Soul Food. Located in the heart of historic Columbia City for more than a decade.
With permanent backline, recording and video, a grand piano and a generous stage, the venue has been designed to serve the musicians and artists who will be performing. The restaurant and bar has a comfortable neighborhood feel that welcomes patrons of all ages and varied tastes.
Local cinema showing all the latest and greatest movies.
Full Tilt Ice Cream makes all natural ice cream and frozen desserts with as much creativity and local ingredients as possible. Their retaill outlets feature new and vintage arcade and pinball machines, an eclectic mix of sodas, an amazing mix of music on our stereos, and some of the finest beers the Northwest has to offer.
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