Housing: check the address
The city’s Renting in Seattle resource covers renting and housing maintenance. At a viewing check ventilation, signs of damp, daylight and how the apartment is cooled.
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Water and hills make straight-line distance a poor measure of convenience in Seattle. Compare access to Link and buses, walking gradients and the location of work relative to the lakes.
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Housing, transport and family
Everyday transport
Sound Transit provides trip planning and information on Link, Sounder and buses. Check the full journey and transfers; crossing a lake and traveling along one line are different scenarios.
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Seattle Public Schools publishes attendance maps and address lookup. Check the address before renting and separately ask about programs, English-language support and school transportation.
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Your family and routines
Citizenship and purpose are saved with your profile; this calculator does not determine visa eligibility. Check route conditions separately. Conditions
Who's coming
Adults
2
Children
1
Child 1
Housing & bedrooms
Bedrooms, excluding living room
2
Suggested bedrooms: 2. Adults in pairs; children under 8 can share, older children follow your room preference. A planning suggestion, not a legal rule.
Transport & pets
Cats
0
Dogs
0
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Choosing a state does not create separate entry or work rights. National documents, insurance and taxes are covered in the USA guide.
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