The Seward Park neighborhood overlooks Lake Washington from the eastern slopes of Seattle just 7 miles southeast of downtown. On clear days, Mount Rainier and the Cascade Mountain Range create stunning vistas for Seward Park.s more than 12,300 residents. Many residents enjoy Seattle waterfront property with excellent home pricing. Seward Park homeowners enjoy excellent Seattle area commutes and good transportation options with homes, condos, and real estate located just minutes from downtown Seattle and major freeways. Seward Park homes offer a wonderful mix of elegant mansions and modest cottages, many of which are being restored to their original condition. The Seward Park neighborhood has approximately 2,900 homes.