Category: West Seattle
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Your Go-To Guide for the BEST Beaches in Seattle
No matter where you live in Seattle, you’re probably not more than ~10 minutes to a scenic beach. And for Seattleites, the beach could be on the Puget Sound, or it could be on Lake Washington. Both bodies of water show off spectacular views and opportunities for swimming, water sports, shore exploration, and more. Don’t…
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How to Spend a Day in West Seattle’s Alaska Junction
The Alaska Junction—also simply known as “The Junction”—is in the very heart of West Seattle, and this historic hub of activity is a destination for Seattleites all over the city! At the center of the Alaska Junction you’ll find SW Alaska St and California Ave SW, and from here, The Junction extends from SW Andover…
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How Do Single-Family Home Prices Compare to Townhouse Prices in the Greater Seattle Area?
Are you currently shopping for a new home in the Seattle area? If so… are you hoping to find a home with: – 4+ bedrooms – 2.5+ bathrooms – 2,500+ square feet – Whatever GreatSchools.org has decided a 7+ school is (Click here to read what we really think about GreatSchools.org) ? Well, if you…
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Secret Squirrel Waterfront Parks in West Seattle
When many people think of West Seattle, waterfront parks and beaches often come to mind. Alki Beach is of course the most popular West Seattle beach and it’s a major attraction for people all over the city. And then you’ve also got the 135-acre waterfront Lincoln Park with its heated pool, miles of trails, and…
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An Insider’s Guide to Commuting From West Seattle
If you’re commuting from West Seattle, you have a ton of great options to choose from (yes, even with the West Seattle Bridge closed!). West Seattle can feel like it’s own “island” at times. Honestly, this is something that people really love about West Seattle. You get all of the perks of this highly desired…
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Why People LOVE Indoor-Outdoor Living in Seattle (& 3 Important Things to Consider)
Depending on where you live, the concept of “indoor-outdoor living” can mean a lot of different things. In places where it’s warm and sunny all year long, it might mean you have a cabana with an outdoor living room and a complete state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen. In places like Seattle where we get 155 days of…
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A Slice of California Paradise Awaits at Alki Beach!
Ok… so people who are actually FROM California might find it slightly funny that we think Alki is just like the beachy goodness you can find in the Golden State. 😛 But when you want that laidback beach vibe without having to hop on a plane, Alki really is THE place to go in Seattle! …
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Living in West Seattle: 5 Things You Might Not Know About It
In our experience, people who live in West Seattle LOVE living in West Seattle. It has its own vibe to it, and people love that they can be “away from the city” and yet still super close, whether they commute into Downtown for work or just appreciate being able to have easy access to entertainment,…
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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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Future Rezone (HALA 2018) of Morgan Junction Will Bring Changes to High Point!
Good news is we have lots of data on the subject thanks to the last HALA upzone in 2012. Of course, which hood you’re talking about matters in how quickly the changes are implemented, but one thing remains true for all: As walkability rises, so do the prices of the homes. I’ll explain: Most things…