Posts Tagged ‘Neighborhood’
Fremont Solstice Parade
One of our city’s most eclectic traditions happens this Saturday: the Fremont Solstice Parade and its naked bicyclists! This event is pure Fremont, and, as with most things that build community among neighbors and neighborhoods—we love it! Saturday, June 18 2:30 pm: Street closure along the route 2:45 pm: Solstice Cyclist Ride begins 3:00 pm: Parade begins…
Read MoreBeacon Hill: one of U.S.’s “30 Great Places”
A thick strip of green hillside hides Beacon Hill from view as you drive along I-5. Above those trees, overlooking I-90, Lake Washington, and I-5, and with beautiful views of the Cascades and the Olympics, you’ll find the neighborhood that the American Planning Association named as one of the 30 Great Places in America.
Read MoreSeattle’s 7 Best Holiday Light Neighborhoods
Driving around town to admire the neighbors’ Holiday lights was a family tradition for me. It was exciting—we’d all cram into the car late at night (or at least what felt like late at night). We’d cruise the streets bundled up in our winter clothes so we could drive with the windows down. I remember…
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What does your zip code say about you?
Age? Check. Income? Check. Neighborhood? Check. Overall lifestyle? Check. It’s creepy, but once you get past the creepiness, it’s actually a useful tool for house-hunting and neighborhood-shopping, and, in a spying-on-the-Jonses way… it’s fun. Esri released an interactive map that analyzes your zip code information. You can zoom into Seattle and see…
Read MoreThe Appendage of Magnolia
Magnolia. The appendage of Seattle. The forgotten peninsula. The sleepy bedroom community that just might have your absolute, perfect home. Here’s a checklist. [] Peace and Quiet Forget coffee; if you’re looking for a quiet, safe neighborhood, Magnolia is Seattle’s best. The neighborhood lacks any real nightlife, which is a huge plus or minus depending…
Read MoreAdvice for Your First Time
Buying a home is a big decision—one of the biggest, in fact. It’s even harder when it’s your first time. So what should a first-time homebuyer know before approaching a real estate agent? The market? Basic home styles? Resale ideas and remodeling potential? The best local schools, or the people who live in the area?…
Read MoreWhy Bicycle-Friendly is Neighborhood-Friendly
Greenways are good. They make neighborhoods safer, quieter, and healthier. And greener, too. That’s a lot of good, and the best part? Seattle has a lot of Greenways already, and this year, it’s getting even more. So what are they? A combination of bicycle lanes, speed humps, and traffic markings that make residential streets great…
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