West Seattle is Seattle's largest and oldest neighborhood. Its illusory remoteness (it actually lies only a few minutes from downtown) is accessible by the West Seattle Bridge which has served as the primary connection since 1984. West Seattle juts into Puget Sound from the southwest of Downtown Seattle while Magnolia does the same at the northwest of Belltown/Downtown Seattle to create Elliott Bay. West Seattle's seclusion has encouraged a beach-inspired lifestyle, both in pleasant residential neighborhoods and compact business districts such as The Junction, Admiral District and Alki. West Seattle real estate consists of homes and rentals in close proximity of Alki, where the best beaches are, which offers visitors and residents the opportunity for great dining, and sports enthusiasts year-round activities including rollerblading, cycling, and volleyball. Sunsets, bonfires, beach combing and sand castles are all enjoyed from this scenic spot, crowned by the ubiquitous Alki lighthouse. Alki features waterfront condominiums and bungalows, ideal for anyone who would like to live on a beach. If you are seeking a Seattle home for sale and enjoy waterfront living, West Seattle is a great place to make your next home.