Everett

Moving to Everett, WA

Living in Everett, WA

Everett is a city in the Seattle-Tacoma Metropolitan Area. It’s located 25 miles north of Seattle, nestled against a quiet inlet of the Puget Sound. Though many Washington residents and tourists only pass through the city on their way to the famous tulip fields in Skagit County, Everett has plenty of arts, culture, and natural beauty to stand on its own. Locals get year-round access to the beaches along its 22 miles of freshwater and saltwater shoreline, an impressive marina, dozens of parks and the nearby North Cascades National Park, and a thriving downtown area. There’s also plenty for the visitor to explore, most notably Funko’s iconic 17,000-square-foot flagship toy store and Boeing’s plane assembly factory, which is the largest building in the world.

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Everett? 

Everett has 19 recognized neighborhood associations spread out over 48 square miles. Here are some of the best neighborhoods in the city:

• Bayside. This waterfront neighborhood offers close access to the central business district as well as schools, shopping areas, public transportation, entertainment, and bars and restaurants.
• Northwest Everett. Located north of Everett’s city center, this peaceful residential neighborhood boasts historic homes, waterfront parks, trails, and a famed arboretum.
• Boulevard Bluffs Possession Sound to the north, Boulevard Bluffs features outstanding water and mountain views as well as a mix of single-family homes, apartment complexes, and commercial properties.
• Twin Creeks. On southernmost neighborhoods in Everett, Twin Creeks offers residents a lower cost of living as well as convenient access to the dining, shops, and entertainment at the 673,000-square-foot Everett Mall.
• Silver Lake. Full of recreation, restaurants, and the charming lowland lake that gives the neighborhood its name, this is one of the most desirable areas in Everett for residents of all ages.

Regardless of which neighborhood you decide to move to, SmartStop Self Storage offers storage units in Everett within 3 miles of Twin Creeks, Silver Lake, Holly, Cascade View, Pinehurst, and Evergreen to suit all your storage needs, including uncovered vehicle/RV/boat/jet ski parking spots as well as heated units and floors to protect your belongings during the winter months.

What Are Iconic Things to Do in Everett? 

There’s something for everyone to explore in Everett, whether you’re a visitor or resident. Here are four things to do any time of the year:

• Funko. This pop culture collectibles sensation is headquartered in Everett and offers interactive experiences and bobbleheads galore for visitors of its 6,000-square-foot store.  
• Jetty Island. Take the ferry to Jetty Island, a two-mile-long island and summer hotspot where locals swim, kiteboard, kayak, and bask in the sun.
• Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens. A docent-led stroll through this 3.5-acre botanical garden is the perfect thing to do in Everett on a sunny weekend, with plenty of rest areas and tables for a picnic. 
• Imagine Children’s Museum. Serving kids between the ages of 1 and 12, Imagine Children’s Museum features three floors of interactive exhibits that promote critical thinking and learning for both children and their parents alike.