Topic: Seattle Metro
What are the means available to commuters to easily get around the downtown Seattle area?
No busy metropolitan area is without its challenges, and they usually have to do with traffic, congestion, and getting around town. Seattle, of course, is no different. Many downtown streets are one-way, so proper planning is a must to reach your destination with as little hassle as possible. Rush hour (7-9AM and 4-6PM, like everywhere [...]
View PostWhat does Kirkland have to offer?
One Seattle suburb located on the east side of Lake Washington is the town of Kirkland. It is the only city on the Eastside with a downtown located on the waterfront, with ample eateries, galleries and parks to keep visitors and residents busy. A strong sense of community is the hallmark of Kirkland; comprised of [...]
View PostFor residents of downtown Seattle and surrounding areas, what is the biggest draw as far as shopping?
Smack in the middle of the city is Seattle’s renowned Pike Place Market. Originating in 1907 as a way to unite local farmers and shoppers to deliver their goods in a more economical manner, the Market has gone on to become the nation’s longest continuously operating farmers market. Nestled in the heart of downtown Seattle, [...]
View PostIs the University District a good place to settle if you’re looking for a sedate, neighborhood atmosphere?
The University District, part of downtown Seattle, is the location for the campus of the University of Washington. Commonly referred to as the U District, this part of the city is home to all the University’s fraternity and sorority houses, which means lots of parties and partiers in bars, cafes, and local streets. In addition [...]
View PostWhat are some helpful resources to make relocating to Seattle and the surrounding areas easier?
Relocating and uprooting yourself, your family, and even the dog can be pretty tough. Add to that starting a new job, searching for a place to live, finding a bank, a market, a bookstore—the entire process is overwhelming and stressful. Do your research to narrow down areas you like, price ranges you can handle, and [...]
View PostWhat is it like in Lynnwood and Edmonds?
If water activities such as boating, river rafting and salmon fishing are your thing, and if you enjoy hiking both beaches and mountains, relocating to Lynnwood would put you within a short drive of it all. Lynnwood is a community situated between Seattle and Bellevue (around 15 miles from each), where both retail businesses and [...]
View PostWhat is it like in Bothell and Woodinville, WA?
The greater Seattle suburb of Bothell is less than 20 miles from Seattle, making for a short commute to downtown Seattle. Prior to the 1990’s, Bothell was a bedroom community where most residents worked outside the city. Now, with the biotech industry firmly entrenched there, Bothell is a place to both live and work. Apartments [...]
View PostWhat makes Kent, and neighboring Des Moines, such good places to live?
The third largest industrial area in the country is found in King County, just outside Seattle. It is Kent, a suburb of around 80,000, located between Seattle and Tacoma. A sprawling warehouse district is the hallmark of Kent’s industry-heavy economy; Whirpool and General Electric are two major corporations with distribution centers there. It is also [...]
View PostWhat is it like in Bellevue and Mercer Island?
Located east of Lake Washington is the state’s 5th largest city, Bellevue. For young professionals seeking living space outside the downtown area but with the same feel, Bellevue boasts downtown skylines overlooking Puget Sound. As the high tech home to companies like Expedia, Microsoft, Yahoo and Google, this area holds a similar urban upscale appeal [...]
View PostIs Renton an appealing place to relocate?
Bordered by Bellevue, Newcastle, Kent and Tukwila, and situated on the shore of Lake Washington, the town of Renton is located 13 miles southeast of Seattle. LIke most areas in and around Seattle, Renton offers spectacular views of mountain vistas and sparkling waterways, while giving residents a hometown atmosphere and affordable housing. As for the [...]
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