Best Places to Live if You Work at Google Seattle/Kirkland
Your comprehensive guide to finding the perfect neighborhood near Google's Puget Sound offices. Compare commute times, explore transit options, and discover communities that match your lifestyle.
Google's Seattle Area Campuses
Google operates two major engineering hubs in the Puget Sound region, each offering unique location advantages.
Google Kirkland
Largest engineering center outside Mountain View
747 6th St S, Kirkland, WA 98033
5,000+ employees across multiple buildings
Cloud, Chrome, YouTube, and other key teams
Google Seattle (Fremont)
Urban Seattle campus
601 N 34th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Growing Seattle presence
Various engineering and product teams
Interactive Commute Map
Best Places to Live Near Google Offices
From walkable downtown locations to family-friendly suburbs, find the neighborhood that fits your lifestyle.
Downtown Kirkland
Walk to work and enjoy waterfront dining
Walking distance to Google campus
Vibrant downtown with shops & restaurants
Lake Washington waterfront access
Median Rent: $2,400 - $3,200/mo
Bellevue
Upscale living with quick commute options
Easy access via 405 or transit
Top-rated schools for families
Premium shopping and dining
Median Rent: $2,800 - $4,000/mo
Fremont
Quirky neighborhood near Seattle office
Walk/bike to Google Seattle
Eclectic arts and culture scene
Burke-Gilman Trail access
Median Rent: $2,200 - $3,000/mo
Capitol Hill
Seattle's vibrant urban core
Light rail + bus to Kirkland
Best nightlife and dining in Seattle
Young professional community
Median Rent: $2,000 - $2,800/mo
Redmond
Eastside tech hub with family appeal
Easy 520/405 access to Kirkland
Excellent schools and parks
Tech-friendly community
Median Rent: $2,200 - $3,200/mo
Bothell
Affordable option with good commute
More affordable than Kirkland/Bellevue
Growing downtown area
UW Bothell campus nearby
Median Rent: $1,800 - $2,500/mo
Compare Commute Times
See how different neighborhoods stack up for your daily commute to Google offices.
Commute to Google Kirkland
Commute to Google Seattle
Transit Options to Google Offices
Multiple ways to get to work without the stress of driving.
King County Metro
Routes 255, 250, and 234 serve Kirkland area
Link Light Rail
East Link extension connecting Bellevue
Google Shuttles
Employee shuttles from key neighborhoods
Burke-Gilman Trail
Scenic bike route to Kirkland campus
Popular Transit Routes
255 Route 255 - Seattle to Kirkland
Connects downtown Seattle, University District, and Kirkland Transit Center. Stops near Google Kirkland campus.
250 Route 250 - Bellevue to Kirkland
Quick connection from Bellevue Transit Center to downtown Kirkland and Google offices.
ST Sound Transit Express
Regional express service connecting major hubs with limited stops for faster commutes.
BG Burke-Gilman Trail
20-mile multi-use trail perfect for biking. Connects Seattle neighborhoods to Kirkland waterfront.
Neighborhoods by Budget Tier
Find the right balance of commute convenience and housing costs.
Premium
$3,000 - $5,000+/mo
- Downtown Kirkland Waterfront
- Downtown Bellevue High-Rises
- Medina / Clyde Hill
- Yarrow Point / Hunts Point
Luxury amenities, shortest commutes, premium school districts
Mid-Range
$2,000 - $3,000/mo
- Redmond Town Center
- Juanita / Finn Hill
- Capitol Hill / Fremont
- Totem Lake
Good value, reasonable commutes, diverse options
Value
$1,500 - $2,200/mo
- Bothell / Canyon Park
- Woodinville
- Kenmore
- Lake Forest Park
Most affordable, longer commutes, suburban lifestyle
Tech Worker Amenities
What makes these neighborhoods perfect for Google employees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living near Google's Seattle-area offices.
Google has two main offices in the Seattle area: the Kirkland office located at 747 6th St S, Kirkland, WA 98033, and the Seattle/Fremont office at 601 N 34th St, Seattle, WA 98103. The Kirkland campus is Google's largest engineering center outside of Mountain View, housing over 5,000 employees across multiple buildings.
Commute times to Google Kirkland vary by neighborhood: Downtown Kirkland is 5-10 minutes (walkable), Bellevue is 10-20 minutes by car, Redmond is 15-25 minutes, and Seattle (Capitol Hill) is 20-35 minutes depending on traffic and transit options. During peak hours, add 10-20 minutes to these estimates.
For Google Kirkland employees, living on the Eastside (Kirkland, Bellevue, Redmond) offers shorter commutes of 5-25 minutes. Seattle offers more urban amenities and nightlife but longer commutes of 25-45 minutes. Google Seattle/Fremont employees benefit from living in Seattle neighborhoods like Fremont, Wallingford, Ballard, or Capitol Hill for the shortest commutes.
Google employees can use King County Metro routes 255 and 250, Sound Transit express buses, the Link Light Rail (with the East Link extension to Bellevue), and Google's employee shuttle services. Many employees also bike using the Burke-Gilman Trail, which connects Seattle neighborhoods directly to the Kirkland waterfront near Google's campus.
More affordable options include Bothell (median rent $1,800-2,200), Woodinville ($1,900-2,400), Kenmore ($1,700-2,200), and parts of Redmond ($2,000-2,500). These neighborhoods offer good value while maintaining 20-35 minute commute times to Google offices. Lake Forest Park and Shoreline are also budget-friendly options with decent transit connections.
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