Alki, Seattle Real Estate | Houses & Homes for Sale

Overview for Alki, WA

7,425 people live in Alki, where the median age is 46 and the average individual income is $86,482. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,425

Total Population

46 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$86,482

Average individual Income

Alki Real Estate

Beachside living with an urban landscape.

A beachside peninsular town and the westernmost landform in West Seattle, this small, inviting community is perfect for those seeking a carefree life. If you enjoy a quiet life of surf and sun with the option to enjoy city life, Alki Beach homes are in an excellent destination for you.

Native Americans inhabited this area for 10,000-15,000 years before Manifest Destiny-inspired venturers settled the area. They moved to Alki in hopes of finding fortune and fame when they landed in 1851 and gave Alki the title of “Seattle’s Founding Neighborhood.”

Modern-day Alki is home to well-to-do folks, and the median home value sits at $742K. Typical Alki real estate home architecture style is specific to Seattle and is known as The Seattle Box. These two-to-three-story single-family homes were popular in the early 1900s and included Arts and Crafts, Prairie, Tudor, Victorian, and Mission styles.

What to Love

Dog-friendly Alki Beach
Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook for walking, jogging, and ocean views
Schmitz Preserve Park, 53-mile nature area great for hiking and oceanic scenery
25 minutes to downtown Seattle
Charming Alki, Seattle homes for sale

People & Lifestyle - Living in Alki, Seattle

An ideal combination of beachy, suburban, and urban, this neighborhood is full of outdoor opportunities for surfing, sun, parks, and more. Most folks who live here own their homes, and the population is a good mix of professionals, families, and ocean enthusiasts. Be ready to travel to work — the commute can be as little as 10 minutes if you’re lucky, but it can also run upwards of 60 minutes. Most folks travel by car and public transit. Fortunately, everything you need for an enjoyable life is well within reach.

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment in Alki

Enjoy the beach bum life at Alki Beach or get active by taking a hike, immersing yourself in some local art, or catching a live show. Arts West, which hosts various performances throughout the year and boasts a commitment to anti-racist theater, is a great local arts institution to check out.

There are several shopping opportunities close by, including the vintage store Alki Mercantile for all your memorabilia and unique gift needs. You can snag proper beach apparel and shades for your oceanside life at Alki Surf Shop, along with adorable vintage toys like model VW buses and hacky sacks.

Feeling peckish? Duke’s Seafood is a great spot to grab fares like sustainably-caught wild Alaskan salmon sliders and North by Northwest seafood chowder. Grab an Oahu coconut bold brew and housemade blueberry streusel muffin for breakfast, or a ham and brie sandwich from Ampersand Cafe for your beach day. For a classic Italian meal, check out La Rustica and enjoy some pasta for a waterfront dinner date.

Things to Do in Alki

Parks, boat tours, kayaking tours, and classes curated by Alki Kayak are just a few of the activities available to Alki residents.

Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibition of Don Chihuly’s artwork, featuring eight galleries and the stunning 40-foot glass and steel structure, Glasshouse. Stop by the charming Log House Museum to learn about Seattle’s history.

If you’re looking for a dog-friendly shoreside hike fit for all levels, Alki homes for sale are next to Alki Trail, a 7.6-mile hike leading to Hamilton Viewpoint and Seacrest Parks. During the summer months, you can get a tour of the functional Alki Lighthouse, located in Alki Beach.

Schools

There are several noteworthy educational institutions available, including:

Alki Elementary School, grades PK-5, a public school with Advanced Learning Opportunities
Madison Middle School, grades 6-8, a public school that encourages students to BARK: Being prepared, Always safe, Respecting self and others, Kind all around
Grover Cleveland STEM High School, grades 9-12, a public school with a STEM program and project-based learning focus

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Demographics and Employment Data for Alki, WA

Population Households Employment

Alki has 3,520 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Alki do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,425 people call Alki home. The population density is 12,882.735 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,425

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

46

Median Age

49.12 / 50.88%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

3,520

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$86,482

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Around Alki, WA

There's plenty to do around Alki, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

71

Very Walkable

Walking Score

53

Bikeable

Bike Score

35

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Full Pull Wines, Cafe An’Clair - Fairview, and Lico's TACOS.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Full Pull Wines page on Yelp Search 3933-A 1st Ave S on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.28 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cafe An’Clair - Fairview page on Yelp Search 501 Fairview Ave N on Google Maps	Dining	4.6 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lico's TACOS page on Yelp Search 5200 4th Ave S on Google Maps	Dining	3.79 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mam’s Books page on Yelp Search 608 Maynard Ave S on Google Maps	Shopping	3.97 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Virj Fitness page on Yelp Search 1813 7th Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.1 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Neil Stephens Get Fit page on Yelp	Active	4.53 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Down Dog Athletics page on Yelp	Active	3.86 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Desert Rose Salon page on Yelp Search 5307 4th Ave S on Google Maps	Beauty	3.79 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Michael Angelo Ledezma page on Yelp Search 1525 4th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.9 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the MM Seattle SMP page on Yelp Search 3201 1st Ave S on Google Maps	Beauty	3.24 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Goldie Lux page on Yelp Search 9001 35th Ave SW on Google Maps	Beauty	3.92 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the ksquared page on Yelp Search 4514 Faunteroy Way SW on Google Maps	Beauty	1.51 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rainier Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 5619 California Ave SW on Google Maps	Beauty	1.9 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sadhvi Babu Makeup page on Yelp	Beauty	3.86 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Johnny At Skyn Salon page on Yelp Search 600 Western Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.67 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Earth & Ash Studios page on Yelp Search 1631 15th Ave W on Google Maps	Beauty	4.23 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lady Wolf Studio page on Yelp Search 9831 16th Ave SW on Google Maps	Beauty	4.84 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fathom Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 3400 Harbor Ave SW on Google Maps	Beauty	1.59 miles	25 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Burton Beauty By Neikia Williams page on Yelp	Beauty	4.72 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars

Alki

Overview for Alki, WA

7,425

46 years

High

$86,482

Alki Real Estate

What to Love

People & Lifestyle - Living in Alki, Seattle

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment in Alki

Things to Do in Alki

Schools

Contact Mara for information on homes for sale in Alki.

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Demographics and Employment Data for Alki, WA

7,425

High

46

49.12 / 50.88%

3,520

2

$86,482

Around Alki, WA

71

Very Walkable

53

Bikeable

35

Some Transit

Points of Interest

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