Beautiful Ballard

Located by the harbor in Northwest Seattle, Ballard is a place that bridges and connects. Everything is within an easy walk. Rapid Ride buses make for a simple downtown commute from your apartment, while the Burke Gilman trail puts Golden Gardens within an easy pedal – or follow it the other way to Fremont, UW and beyond.

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2421 NW MARKET ST.
Seattle, WA 98107

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Ballard at your fingertips

Your new home near the harbor is just steps from the historic Ballard Avenue restaurant and retail core and Ballard's Sunday Farmer's Market

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An Amazing Building

Amazing new apartment building in Ballard, extremely walkable and great staff. Large apartment building but still has that small intimate feel that I appreciate.

—Hayden P, Google

Woman strolling the sidewalks of Ballard and walking by Peddler Brewing.

A person perusing the clothing at a local Ballard boutique shop.

A man and woman standing at a bar, enjoying a beer sampler at a Ballard brewery.

Two women walking down the beach in the sand at Golden Gardens in Ballard.

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Two women walk through a cozy, plant-lined Ballard passageway beside an outdoor café, with string lights overhead and neighboring diners creating a lively yet relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.

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Shops, Dining, & Daily Life

Steps from Ballard Ave and Market Street, daily life unfolds around independent shops, bakeries, breweries, cafés, and well-loved restaurants—plus walkable access to everyday services and neighborhood essentials.

A man walks along a tree-lined Ballard sidewalk past café seating and local storefronts, holding a coffee and wearing a backpack in a relaxed, everyday neighborhood scene.

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Getting Around

NW Market Street serves as a key transit corridor, with frequent Metro routes to downtown Seattle, Fremont, and Interbay. Bike-friendly streets and nearby arterials make it easy to move whether you ride, bus, or drive.

A woman walks along a leafy Ballard sidewalk past Percy’s & Co., carrying flowers and a market bag, with neighborhood shops, planters, and benches creating a relaxed, walkable street scene.

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Neighborhood Character

Ballard blends maritime roots with modern energy. Shaped by Scandinavian settlers along Salmon Bay, it grew as a cultural hub where old-world heritage and independent spirit still define the neighborhood.

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From the Bay to Downtown

Ballard Yards sits along NW Market Street, positioned between downtown Ballard and Shilshole Bay. The location balances neighborhood energy with quick access to the marina, waterfront paths, and Ballard’s historic core.

A cyclist stands on the sand at Golden Gardens Park at sunset, looking out over Puget Sound as sailboats pass and the Olympic Mountains line the horizon.

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Parks, Trails, & Recreation

Golden Gardens Park, the Burke-Gilman Trail, and the Ballard Locks put beaches, biking, running, and waterfront views close at hand—making outdoor time a natural part of the weekly routine.

close up of a person playing acoustic guitar

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Arts, Culture, & Community

Ballard’s creative side shows up in the National Nordic Museum, the Ballard Farmers Market, live music venues, and public art—adding cultural depth and a strong sense of local tradition.