It is located in the southwest part of the city known as West Seattle, close to the neighboring CDP of White Center.
The neighborhood is bounded by Roxhill and Arbor Heights to the south, Highpoint to the north, Delridge to the east and Fauntleroy and Gatewood to the west.
King County Metro bus routes link Westwood, Delridge, and Thistle with the rest of Seattle.
A popular blog tracks housing development and civic activities in the Westwood area.
Nearby landmarks include the Southwest Pool and Sports Complex, Westwood Village, and Chief Sealth High School.