Eastlake, Seattle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eastlake
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Neighborhood of Seattle
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Eastlake stretches between I-5 and Lake Union
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Eastlake highlighted in Pink
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| City | Seattle |
| City Council | District 4 |
| Neighborhood Council | Lake Union District |
| Police District | West Precinct, D3 |
| Legislative District | 43rd |
| Established | Portions incorporated into the city slowly until finally fully annexed to Seattle on May 3, 1891 |
| Named for | Location near Lake Union |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.95 sq mi (2.5 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,505 |
| • Density | 8,950/sq mi (3,457/km2) |
| ZIP code |
98102
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Eastlake is a cool neighborhood in Seattle, Washington. It's called Eastlake because it sits on the eastern side of Lake Union. The main street is Eastlake Avenue E. This road goes from Downtown north over the University Bridge. It connects to the University District. Another important road is Boylston Avenue E. It runs next to Interstate 5 for a few blocks.
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What Makes Eastlake Special?
Eastlake is bordered by Lake Union on the west. To the north is Portage Bay, and beyond that is the University District. On the east, you'll find Interstate 5, with Capitol Hill just past it. To the south, Eastlake ends at E. Galer Street. Past that are the Cascade and South Lake Union neighborhoods.
This neighborhood has a mix of places to live. You'll see both houses and apartments. There are also many small businesses, especially along Eastlake Avenue. Many people who live here have connections to the University of Washington. You can easily get there using the 70 King County Metro bus. Eastlake also has stores, restaurants, a bakery, and lots of unique houseboats. The first ever Red Robin gourmet burger restaurant was here, but it is now closed.
Eastlake's Past
In 1962, a writer named Victor Steinbrueck described Eastlake. He said it was changing from a regular residential area. It was becoming a place with more apartments and small businesses.
The Martello Building
Near the northern part of Eastlake, there's a special building called the Martello. It looks like a French castle! The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods says it's one of Eastlake's most important buildings. It was built in 1916 as a private home. Later, in the 1920s, it became a furniture store. For many years, it was a bar called Rapunzel's. Today, it is a restaurant called Sebi's Bistro.
Fun Events in Eastlake
Eastlake Shake Fair / Lake Fest
Every year, Eastlake hosts a fun fair. It used to be called the Eastlake Shake fair. In 2006, it was renamed Lake Fest. The fair happens on Franklin Avenue E., which is closed off for the event. It takes place on the playground of the TOPS@Seward public school. At the fair, you can enjoy live music and check out local vendors. A favorite part of the fair is the Eastlake Shake Pet Parade!
Independent Petanque Club
In 2006, some Eastlake residents created a new park. It's at the end of E. Louisa street, right on Lake Union. The main feature of this park is a pétanque court. Pétanque is a game similar to bocce ball. The court is called the Eastlake Boulledrome. It was built using recycled granite curbs from Pioneer Square. They even used pitching mound material from Safeco Field! This court is now the home base for the Independent Petanque Club of Eastlake. The project cost $15,000. This money came from the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods.
Famous Neighbors
Eastlake has been home to some interesting people. These include retired four-star General Andrew J. Kelly. Also, Elleson Schurtz, who was a runner-up in the 2002 America's Cup sailing race, lives here.
Eastlake's Floating Homes
Eastlake is famous for having the most floating homes in Seattle. These are also known as houseboats. They became very well-known because of the 1993 movie Sleepless in Seattle. The houseboats come in many different styles. Some look very artistic and unique. Others are modern with stucco walls. New houseboats are still being built on Fairview Ave. E. The spots where these houseboats dock can cost over $1 million!
