I've lived downtown for almost 10 years now and within 30 minutes of Seattle for 24 years.
There just is literally nothing in west Seattle really. No reason to go over there if you don't know anyone or have a reason you need to be in the area. I mean I've been over that way a decent amount over the years but mostly for parties when I was younger. Last time I was over that way was probably like a year ago. Like there are some cool parks over there, that's about it. There are cool parks all over Seattle though.
Also take in the factor that I fucking suck with street names when talking about wherever the fuck Snake said he is. I can't even tell you 5 intersections within 5 blocks of my house.