Moving to International District, made easy

Get housing costs, school ratings, safety rankings, walkability scores,
and more with our ultimate International District guide.

Best International MoversBest Long Distance Movers
The beating heart of Seattle's Asian population.

Median Home Rent (PER MONTH)

Studio / 1 BR
0% Complete

N/A

2 Bedrooms
0% Complete

N/A

3 Bedrooms
0% Complete

N/A

4 Bedrooms
0% Complete

N/A


Median Home Price

Studio / 1 BR
0% Complete

N/A

2 Bedrooms
0% Complete

N/A

3 Bedrooms
0% Complete

N/A

4 Bedrooms
0% Complete

N/A

Good For
  • Couples without kids
  • Empty nesters / Retirees
  • Families
  • Professionals
  • Singles

 

What’s around
  • 117 Restaurants
  • 5 Banks
  • 14 Grocery stores/markets
  • 11 Nightlife options
  • 72 Shops
  • 0 Schools
  • 16 Fitness options

 


PUBLIC TRANSITExcellent

WALKABILITYExcellent

Safety

International District has a high violent crime rate and a high property crime rate for Seattle.

  WHAT’S LIVING IN International District LIKE?

Previously known as Seattle's Chinatown, the International District (or just "ID" to locals) is still the heart of the city's Asian American culture and cuisine. In addition to a Chinese presence, today you'll find Vietnamese, Japanese, Malay, Filipino, Cambodian stores and restaurants as well. This neighborhood is now also home to Japantown and Little Saigon. 

This cultural hub has attractions like the Wing Luke Asian Museum, a Smithsonian-affiliated institution that hosts exhibitions on the Asian American experience, or the Uwajimaya market, which includes an Asian grocery store, food court, bookstore, and restaurants.

This neighborhood can be a bit rough around the edges but investment is pouring in…sometimes controversially as long-time residents fear it will drive up prices. Apartment and condo buildings provide most of the housing stock.

ID is bordered on the north by First Hill and Downtown Seattle, on the east by Central District, on the south by Beacon Hill and Industrial District, and on the west by Pioneer Square.

 

Commute:
Downtown Seattle: 0.9 miles / 5-15 minutes by car / 10 minutes by transit / 15 minutes by foot / 10 minutes by bike
Bellevue: 9.6 miles / 15-40 minutes by car / 30-40 minutes by transit
Redmond: 17.6 miles / 25-45 minutes by car / 40-45 minutes by transit

International

 

Local Flavor   International District LOCAL schools

6-12 & ungraded GRADES
Puget Sound Community School

Parent Rating:

Type:private
Distance:0.18 mi

PK-5 GRADES
Gatzert Elementary School

Parent Rating:

Type:public
Distance:0.39 mi

9-12 GRADES
Apex Learning High School

Parent Rating:

Type:private
Distance:0.51 mi

9-12 GRADES
O'dea High School

Parent Rating:

Type:private
Distance:0.72 mi

PK-5 GRADES
Giddens School

Parent Rating:

Type:private
Distance:0.74 mi

 

Local Flavor   International District Local Flavor

Harbor City Restaurant

Harbor City Restaurant 707 S KING ST SEATTLE, WA 98104 MAP

Where you can find great Chinese food available for delivery or takeout. 

Jade Garden

Jade Garden 424 7TH AVE S SEATTLE, WA 98104 MAP
jadegardenseattle.com

Available for take out or delivery. 

Uwajimaya

Uwajimaya 600 5TH AVE S SEATTLE, WA 98104 MAP
uwajimaya.com

International grocery store where you will find the freshest selections of produce, seafood and meats alongside a large assortment of quality Asian gift and grocery items. 

Oasis Tea Zone

Oasis Tea Zone 519 6TH AVE S SEATTLE, WA 98104 MAP
oasisteazone.com

Not just serving coffee and tea but juices and bubble tea as well. 

Photo Credits: Thanks to @eunicedo, @dapdef, @garyxu2018, @huntingkitty, @christopher5205, @thegoddamnbeard, @balloon_designers, @rebedebuen, @brookedowney, @finkst3r, @almaali.ces, @iheartid for your great photos of this neighborhood! 

 

You might also like…
Or get personalized neighborhood recommendations from our Neighborhood Explorer

Move here from anywhere.

Get free quotes from awesome international movers.
Compare all your quotes in one place. Book the right mover for you.

Best International MoversBest Long Distance Movers