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Alki is the first location that Euro-American settlers in the Denny Party landed when they came to the Seattle area in 1851. The settlers named their new home New York-Alki. The translation of Alki is “by and by” or “in a while” in Chinook. They worked to try and establish a town in the area but the point has harsher wind and wave conditions than areas inside Elliott Bay to the east. Many of the Denny Party left Alki in the first year and moved to locations in what is not downtown Seattle. Only one of the original settlers stayed on Alki and he struggled to get the town to grow as its exposed location made for limited industrial and commercial potential and the land was also not suitable for farming. Until the mid 1900’s growth and development continued quite slowly in comparison to the surrounding parts of both West Seattle and Seattle proper. After the current West Seattle Bridge was built in the 1980’s Alki started to experience another period of growth.
Today Alki is a unique neighborhood in Seattle in that its location and vibe are unlike any other with a beachy resort feel and a sandy beach and long walkway along the shores for people to enjoy. Alki is one of the few locations in Seattle where visitors and residents feel like they are not in Seattle or even Washington state. There are a number of businesses, shops and restaurants which line Alki Avenue and on warm summer days people flock to the area to enjoy the unique vibe that it offers. Housing in Alki is a mixture of older single family homes built in the early 1900’s and predominately newer condos which line Alki Avenue and a scattering of townhouses. The properties along or close to the water enjoy spectacular views of Elliott Bay, Puget Sound, and the Olympic Mountains. Condos in Alki start at prices around $250k with those that are larger penthouse styled exceeding $800k. Townhouses and single family homes start around $500k although larger homes with views quickly go above $1m.
Alki Community Blog
Newest Listed Alki Homes For Sale
Prepare to be amazed. Majestic, AIA award winning residence, created by a recognized design leader in the Pacific NW, architect Philip Christofides. It is intricate, dram...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2046986 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of COMPASS.
Newly Built Designer home in the lovely Alki Beach. Come enjoy your day on the amazing rooftop deck with views of the Puget Sound. Walk to the Alki restaurants and cafes ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2037382 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of WeLakeside.
SEATTLE - 0.147 ACRES: Build your new modern home in the Alki Community of West Seattle. Home plans in hand for a 4 bed, 3.5 bath, 2,855 sq ft home. Plans include a lar...
- 2036104 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of KW Mountains to Sound Realty.
All the benefits of living on Alki without the noise! Street recently designated a greenway with local access only. Charming building near the quiet end of Alki close to ...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 2024789 MLS
- CONTINGENT Status
Listing courtesy of Windermere R.E. Northeast, Inc.
Welcome to Beachwood Apartments. This is a 10-unit Multifamily property on the Puget Sound with 65 feet of waterfront. The property provides tenants with a beautiful suns...
- 2025532 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of COMPASS.
City Lights on Harbor Ave. Unique residences offering panoramic views of Elliott Bay & Seattle's skyline. 2 bdrm, 2 bath unit + formal office space. Coveted ground floor ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2025055 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HS NW.
Infinity Shore Club is a boutique offering with 37 luxury beach condominiums w/ unparalleled Sound & Olympic views priced from $1M to $5M with occupancy in early 2023. Wi...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2023715 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty.
Infinity Shore Club is a boutique offering w/ 37 luxury beach condominiums with unparalleled Sound & Olympic views priced from $1M to $5M with occupancy in early 2023. Wi...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2023717 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty.
The recently renovated Sonata at Alki is the ideal condo for you to call home. The gorgeous building stands out along Alki Ave, with the expansive views of the Puget Soun...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2021925 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of COMPASS.
This is an exceptional private view property. You live here for the views and the privacy.This property provides the new owner with several options; build out the main h...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2007040 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Greater Seattl.
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