Category: North Beacon Hill
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Want to Live a Longer, Happier Life? Green Space is a Must!
It’s probably not a surprise to learn that getting out into nature can be good for your health. But what may be a surprise is just how big of an impact that spending time in the great outdoors really can have on your physical and mental well-being. Especially for those who have grown up in…
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Do You Need a Car to Live in Seattle? 5 Best Seattle Neighborhoods for the Car Averse
Commute is among the top priorities or concerns for most of our buyers. In fact, the home usually comes secondarily to commute time and options. Seattle buyers were not this way when I started in real estate back in 2006. A lot has changed since then. Over the last few years, Seattle has added over…
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Matt’s Top Up-and-Coming Neighborhood Review: North Beacon Hill
In 2015, North Beacon Hill saw values increase by 17%. A quick search of the King County permits lists about 100 new projects in North Beacon which includes seven residential mid-rise buildings with first floor retail off of 15th and Beacon Ave. Also on the way are new restaurants, pubs, brewers, and yes, a new…
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Matt’s Rising Hood Review: A Reason to Love a Transitioning Neighborhood
Each time you see a “coming soon” sign in the neighborhood village, it’s like waiting for Christmas. What will that store be? When will it be open? A few neighborhoods have seen this. Remember, it was so long ago that Capitol Hill was a grungy, dirty neighborhood, and Broadway Grill was one of the nicest…