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Adams

Adams is a quiet, residential neighborhood in northwest Seattle known for its working-class roots and increasing appeal among value-conscious buyers.

72
Walk Score
60
Transit Score
58
Bike Score

Living in Adams

Adams is a quiet, residential neighborhood in northwest Seattle known for its working-class roots and increasing appeal among value-conscious buyers. With a median home price of $747,500 and $571 per square foot, it offers relative affordability compared to many Seattle neighborhoods. The mild -2.9% year-over-year price dip and 49-day average days on market suggest a balanced market with room for negotiation.

Adams offers a calm, neighborhood feel with easy access to Bitter Lake Community Center and nearby parks. Local dining and retail along Aurora Avenue N provide everyday conveniences, while the neighborhood's quieter streets appeal to families and remote workers alike. The area has seen gradual reinvestment, bringing a mix of long-time residents and newer arrivals.

First-time buyer seeking value โ€” Lower price per square foot compared to central Seattle neighborhoods makes Adams attainable for buyers entering the market. Remote worker or hybrid commuter โ€” Quiet residential streets, good transit options, and reasonable proximity to downtown and tech corridors suit flexible work schedules. Long-term investor โ€” Gradual neighborhood reinvestment and relative affordability offer appreciation upside as Seattle's urban core continues to expand outward.

Real Estate Market

Single Family
$860,000
$603
$/sqft
7
Days
5
Sold
Condo+8.3% YoY
$483,750
$554
$/sqft
49
Days
18
Sold
Townhouse+1.5% YoY
$849,500
$550
$/sqft
63
Days
25
Sold

5-Year Price Trends

Quarterly median sale price. Source: Redfin. Hover to highlight.

Q1 2026. Quarterly data from Redfin. Low sales volume can cause quarter-to-quarter volatility.

Getting Around

Adams sits in northwestern Seattle, roughly bounded by Holman Road to the north, Aurora Avenue N to the east, and NW 85th Street to the south. It neighbors Broadview to the north and Crown Hill to the east.

Key commute times:

  • Microsoft Redmond: 35 min by car, 60 min by transit
  • Amazon South Lake Union: 20 min by car, 35 min by transit
  • Downtown Seattle: 15 min by car, 25 min by transit
  • Boeing Renton: 40 min by car

Highlights

  • Relative affordability in a high-cost Seattle market
  • Quick access to Aurora Ave N corridor for dining and retail
  • Close to Bitter Lake and Haller Lake parks
  • Strong transit connections to downtown Seattle
  • IB program at Ingraham High School nearby
  • Stable, established residential character with upside potential

Schools

Olympic Hills Elementary School

Elementary
6/10

Robert Eagle Staff Middle School

Middle
7/10

Ingraham High School

High School
7/10

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