Location: 47.5459321, -122.3192919
Van Asselt is a residential neighborhood located in South Seattle, near Beacon Hill and Rainier Valley. It’s named after Douwe Van Asselt, one of the earliest Dutch settlers in the region. The area is known for its diverse population, family-oriented atmosphere, and proximity to green spaces and schools.
Van Asselt Park and Community Center serves as a neighborhood hub, offering sports fields, basketball courts, a playground, and seasonal programming for youth and adults. The surrounding streets are lined with modest single-family homes and low-rise apartment buildings. It’s close to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which makes it convenient for travelers seeking quiet accommodation away from the tourist-heavy city center.
Though not a major tourist destination, Van Asselt’s multicultural character and local eateries especially Vietnamese and East African cuisines offer a glimpse into the everyday life of South Seattle.
Tags:
– gnis:feature_id: 1510180
– name: Van Asselt
– place: neighbourhood
– wikidata: Q122545762