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Welcome Home to Othello: Seattle’s Global, Connected Urban Village
Welcome to the Othello neighborhood and the Rainier Valley. Our location at 7324 Martin Luther King Jr Way S is situated right in one of the most culturally rich communities in the United States. The entire area is distinguished by its exceptional diversity and culture, thanks to its long history of serving as a key welcoming center for immigrant communities from around the world. This inclusive and vibrant spirit remains fundamental to the neighborhood’s identity today.
Culture and Community at our Core
Right by the Othello Link Light Rails station, you’ll find Othello Park, a local amenity for outdoor lovers. This generous 7.5-acre space acts is a community hub, offering a popular playground (featuring a zip line!), basketball courts, picnic spots, and walking paths. Actively maintained by the Othello Park Alliance, it ensures a beautiful, family-friendly urban oasis is always within easy reach.
Prepare for a daily culinary adventure! The dining scene here is unparalleled, offering a global buffet just steps from your door. Othello is renowned for its authentic East African (Ethiopian and Eritrean) and Vietnamese restaurants, but you can also savor local favorites like New Mexican food at Bang Bang Kitchen.
For shopping, the convenience of nearby Safeway is complemented by numerous international markets that offer specialized spices, unique produce, and global goods—meaning everything you need for daily life and world-class cooking is easily within reach.
The Appeal of Othello Living
The Othello neighborhood in Seattle is a truly wonderful place to live, primarily because it’s a vibrant hub of exceptional culture and diversity. This is a community that embraces its history as a welcoming home for people from all over the world.
Plus, Othello is incredibly convenient, thanks to the Link Light Rail Station which makes commuting easy! Our neighborhood also has good access to local bus lines and I-5.
It’s an area with a strong vision for the future, actively working to ensure long-term affordability and building new amenities like community centers, making it a great, connected, and supportive choice for families, commuters, and anyone who values a diverse urban village life.
Incredible Diversity and Culture Awaits
The Othello area is a uniquely diverse and welcoming neighborhood with a long history of serving immigrant communities. Its identity is built on this inclusive, vibrant spirit. Moving forward, Othello is developing into a thriving urban village, adding new housing, schools, and businesses, all while prioritizing long-term affordability and growth focused on the community.
Diverse Shopping
Nearby Safeway is complemented by numerous international markets that offer specialized spices, unique produce, and global goods.
International Cuisine
Othello is renowned for its authentic East African (Ethiopian and Eritrean) and Vietnamese restaurants and well as other international flavors.
Connected by Transit
Just one block from the Othello Link Light Rail Station ensures easy commuting to Downtown and the University of Washington.
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
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7324 Martin Luther King Jr Way S
Seattle, WA 98118
