Today I am in a micro-neighborhood in Seattle’s Central District at 23rd and Jackson. We just listed an amazing condo that is in the heart of this neighborhood, and we thought it would be great to give you a tour of a few of our favorite places in the area. The corner of 23rd and Jackson has long been a hub of the historic Black neighborhood in Seattle also known as the Central District. In recent years, there has been a lot of gentrification to the neighborhood with the likes of Amazon moving in one of their stores. Thankfully, many of our favorite Black-owned businesses are still going strong.
But First Start Here: Kim’s Video About Everything We Love Love in Seattle’s 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
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Everything We Love About Seattle’s 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
Today we are going to go into more detail about why we love the neighborhood right here on the corner of 23rd and Jackson. This week we listed a condo in the heart of this neighborhood that is just steps away from so many of our favorite restaurants and shops in Seattle. But honestly, one of the biggest reasons we love the neighborhood around 23rd and Jackson is how steeped in history this area is. 23rd and Jackson is the center of the historic Black neighborhood we all call the Central District. Taking a walk around this amazing location, you you see so much of that history!
Let’s take a look at why we love Seattle’s 23rd and Jackson neighborhood:
- Where is The Central District’s 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood in Seattle?
- The Historic Nature of 23rd and Jackson In The Central District
- A Few Of Our Favorite Shops in the 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
- Check Out A Few Of Our Favorite Restaurants in the 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
- Our Favorite Condo Building in the 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
Where is The Central District’s 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood in Seattle?
The Central District is a very important neighborhood just east of Downtown Seattle, Capitol Hill, and the International District. In the Central District there are two main hubs in the neighborhood which includes 23rd and Jackson, and 23rd and Union.
If you are more of map person, tap this link >
Luckily for you, we also have done a deep dive into this awesome neighborhood:
- Watch Our Video About Seattle’s Central District
- Check Out Our Guide: Seattle Neighborhood Guide: Central District
It will give you a ton of insights into the types of homes and the historic nature of this amazing area of Seattle.
The Historic Nature of This Neighborhood
The Central District is the historic Black neighborhood in Seattle. This is both by design and by redlining. There is so much history in just the few blocks in and around 23rd and Jackson. Take a weekend day, enjoy the local shops and restaurants, and soak up the history in this neighborhood.
Start at the William Grose Center For Innovation. William Grose was an amazing entrepreneur in the late 1800s here in Seattle. He helped to develop the Central District for Black families right here in Seattle at the turn of the century. Then head over to the Catholic Community Center’s garden of remembrance for those who have died from police violence. Next, head to the corner of 23rd and Jackson where the old Starbucks used to be. There is a tribute to the historic Jazz community that used to exist in this area during Prohibition and all the way up through the 1950s.
There is so much history in this neighborhood. Check out the two links below and get educated!
- Read This: Celebrate Seattle’s Black Housing History
- Dive into History Link’s Blog About the Neighborhood >
- This is a great article Jazz on Jackson >
A Few Of Our Favorite Shops in the 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
You all know how much we love small businesses in Seattle. Right now, locally owned businesses are at risk in Seattle. It is super important that we all show up for these producers and contributors to our city. Luckily for all of us, there are several amazing spots right at the corner of 23rd and Jackson. Here are a few of the spots we love to shop:
A Few Of Our Favorite Shops
- QueenCare
- Two Big Blondes Plus Size Clothes
- East African Imports and Restaurant
- Estelita’s Library (not a shop but still an awesome place)
Check Out A Few Of Our Favorite Restaurants in the 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
Kim and I love this neighborhood. You will often find us having a cocktail and a nibble at Reckless Noodles or grabbing lunch at Seattle Fish Guys. On the way home we will get takeout from Med Mix Jackson. And if you want a real treat, go to Simply Soulful. The owners are so sweet and make you feel like family. We love them!!!
Unfortunately we just learned that Catfish Corner has closed. The combination of gentrification and the increasing minimum wage has had a huge impact on businesses like Catfish Corner and other Black-owned businesses. It is heartbreaking. Hence, all the more reason to go and check out the following locally owned businesses at 23rd and Jackson.
A Few Of Our Favorite Spots at 23rd and Jackson
Our Favorite Condo Building in This Neighborhood
One of our favorite condo buildings in Seattle is right at the corner of 23rd and Jackson. Seattle is in the middle of a condo crisis. Many buildings are uninsurable, have high homeowners dues, and unfortunately, the high interest rates have also impacted overall values for condos in Seattle. Thankfully the Welch Plaza is in great shape. It has over $800,000 in reserves, they keep up on the maintenance, the building has insurance, and you can easily get a 3% downpayment loan for this building. Not only is the building in great condition and financial shape, but it is also one of the best laid out units in Seattle.
Our newest listing in the Welch Plaza has a fabulous two-bedroom, two-bath condo layout where the bedrooms are separated by the living space. The windows in the unit are huge which allows for a ton of light, fabulous views of Seattle, and makes the space feel really lovely.
More Details About This Condo at 23rd and Jackson
Check out our blog “Five Best Things We Love About This View Condo” and check out the details below.
- MLS: 2333196
- Address: 425 23rd Ave S #A105
- Neighborhood: Central District
- Price: $479,000
- More Information >
Thanks For Touring Seattle’s 23rd and Jackson Neighborhood
Now you know what Team Diva loves most about the 23rd and Jackson “micro-neighborhood” in Seattle’s larger Central District neighborhood. Our latest Diva Dwelling listing is a condo in the Welch Plaza building, which is in a prime location. Imagine living so close to some of the best shopping and dining in the area!
More Information About Seattle’s Central District:
- Watch Our Video About Seattle’s Central District
- On Check Out Our Guide: Seattle Neighborhood Guide: Central District
- Read This: Celebrate Seattle’s Black Housing History
- Dive into History Link’s Blog About the Neighborhood
Everyone’s home selling and buying path is different. Is it time for you to book an appointment with Kim? Call Kim directly at 206-850-3102 or send her an email at kim@teamdivarealestate.com to chat!
