Wallingford  History Wallingford is a charming neighborhood that is nestled between Greenlake, Fremont and the University District . Gas Works was once an operational plant that created an industrial center in Wallingford. Now the plant is closed, and kite-flyers can be found on windy days maneuvering their kites high in the Seattle sky. Description Wallingford is a great location for commuters to Downtown , the Eastside, or the University of Washington because of its close proximity to freeway access. The area has seen major growth in restaurants and pubs in the last ten years, and vintage movie theatres attract a large crowd of movie-goers in the evenings. Gas Works Park is a favorite Seattle park that offers a beautiful view of Lake Union from its grassy hills, and a funky surf shop called Urban Surf lures surfers and skateboarders to its colorful displays. Residents Homeowners in this area are long-time residents and young professionals. Wallingford attracts students from Seattle Pacific University and the University of Washington, however, rental opportunities are not as prevalent as in other areas of Seattle. The area is mainly comprised of residential homes and families. Rental Housing Wallingford is a popular rental area based on its reputation as a great neighborhood and its central location, with easy access to the highways and the University of Washington. This neighborhood offers less apartment rental options as many of the properties in the area are single-family residences. There are a handful of nice vintage buildings and a few newer buildings as well. Rental pricing is approximately $1.00/sq. ft. to $1.50/sq.ft. Because of the high concentration of single-family residences, Wallingford is a great neighborhood in which to find a rental house. Fun Stuff Wallingford got a facelift during the 1980s with the development of Wallingford Center in an old school building, establishing the 45th St. Community Clinic, and the rehab of the Good Shepherd center. The sign at the new food store was supposed to say "QFC," but after residents rallied against tearing down the old "Food Giant" sign, a compromise was struck: It now spells out "Wallingford". Resident runners dress up for the annual Wallingford "Pumpkin Push" race which supports health care for the homeless. Gasworks Park offers a windy, hilly landscape perfect for kite flying.

Seattle's favorite drive-in Dick's Wallingford sign above QFC