Location is the key! Blocks from Seattle Center and Westlake and Amazon. I had my dog with me, and he enjoyed the small park adjacent to Amazon just for dogs! Noise wasn't bad to me, but if you are extra sensitive then bring ear plugs. Building is old, so I felt like every step I took it made a sound. Parking not included but I felt that it was easy to find street parking. Overall I feel the benefits outweighed the small drawbacks! And Jeff was quick to response when I needed anything. Thanks!