Best Places to Live Near
Amazon Seattle

The top neighborhoods for Amazon Seattle employees are Capitol Hill (10-15 min walk), Queen Anne (15-20 min walk), Fremont (10 min bike/bus), Wallingford (15 min bike/bus), Eastlake (5-10 min walk), and University District (20-25 min transit). Capitol Hill offers the best balance of walkability, nightlife, and urban amenities. Queen Anne is ideal for families seeking proximity with a quieter atmosphere. Eastlake has the shortest commute but fewer dining options.

Commute times vary by neighborhood and transportation method. Eastlake: 5-10 min walk; Capitol Hill: 10-15 min walk/bike; Queen Anne: 15-20 min walk; Fremont: 10-15 min bike or Streetcar; Wallingford: 15-20 min bike/bus; U District: 20-25 min Light Rail + bus. During rush hour, add 5-10 minutes for transit options. Walking and biking times are most consistent year-round.

Yes, Amazon offers the Connector shuttle service free for all employees. Routes serve Capitol Hill, Fremont, Wallingford, University District, Ballard, West Seattle, and other neighborhoods. Shuttles run during peak hours (6:30-10:00 AM and 3:30-8:00 PM) with Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, and real-time tracking via the Amazon A to Z app. Frequency is every 15-20 minutes depending on the route and time of day.

Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment varies by neighborhood: Eastlake: $2,400-$3,200; Capitol Hill: $2,200-$3,000; Queen Anne: $2,300-$3,200; Fremont: $2,000-$2,800; Wallingford: $1,900-$2,700; U District: $1,800-$2,600. Studio apartments are typically $300-500 less, while 2-bedrooms are $600-1,000 more. Newer buildings with amenities command premium prices. Rent includes most utilities except electricity in most cases.

Yes, Capitol Hill is highly walkable and bikeable to Amazon South Lake Union. The walk takes 10-15 minutes downhill via Broadway or Pike/Pine. Biking takes 5-8 minutes with protected bike lanes along Broadway and Pike Street. The route is safe and well-lit. Note that the return trip is uphill, so many employees bike one way and walk back, or use the Streetcar. Electric scooters and bike-share options are also popular for the uphill return.

South Lake Union is well-served by multiple transit options: South Lake Union Streetcar (direct to campus), First Hill Streetcar (connecting to Capitol Hill), Link Light Rail 1 Line (via Capitol Hill and U District stations), numerous Metro bus routes (62, 70, C Line, and more), Amazon Connector shuttle (employee-only), and extensive bike lanes throughout Seattle. The ORCA card provides seamless payment across all public transit. Amazon also offers subsidized transit passes and bike commute benefits.