Home to the Space Needle and a host of other treasures from the 1962 World’s Fair, Lower Queen Anne has carved out an identity at the intersection of optimistic futurism and historical staying power. For busy, career-driven Seattleites who refuse to sacrifice livability in exchange for a quick commute downtown or to nearby job hubs in South Lake Union and Interbay, it’s a prime place to make a home, even—maybe especially—for those looking to rent. Recent zoning changes now allow the construction of taller buildings in the neighborhood, a shift that’s already sparked the development of a number of new apartment buildings, bringing more accessibility to a neighborhood that’s already in demand.