North of Seattle
Kenmore |
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Located just south of Bothell, on the north end of Lake Washington, Kenmore lines the sides of Bothell Way. The city consists of long-established, predominately single-family neighborhoods with some condominiums mixed in. More expensive homes offer water views or front country-club greens. New construction is modest, due to limited vacant land. Kenmore includes five city parks within its borders. Saint Edward State Park, a 316-acre day-use park with 3,000 feet of Lake Washington shoreline, is a favorite. You'll find easy access to Lake Washington and the Burke-Gilman Trail. Boating, jogging, tennis and picnics are just a few of the activities popular with residents. |
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Lake Forest Park |
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Lake Forest Park is a hilly, forested city at the north end of Lake Washington where the schools are good, homes are well maintained, and the sense of community is strong. Since its earliest development, the city's focus has been the preservation of the rustic, natural woods, streams, and open spaces. No industrial development exists within the city limits, and home-based businesses account for more than half of all registered businesses. Lake Forest Park is primarily a single-family residential community. Older homes are built on half-acre to one-acre lots. The central gathering spot in town is the Lake Forest Park Towne Centre, in the very popular Third Place Commons. Recreational opportunities are offered by local parks and playgrounds, as well as the Burke-Gilman Trail, which runs along the lakefront through the city. Annual events include a summer Sunday Farmers Market, the Community Halloween Party, and the Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park garden tour each spring. |
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Shoreline |
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Located 15 miles north of Downtown Seattle, residents of Shoreline enjoy the best of both worlds – the convenience of the suburbs along with the opportunities of city life. Shoreline has established a reputation for quality schools, active neighborhood commitment, and ample parks and recreational facilities. This city is comprised of 14 distinct neighborhoods, each represented on The Council of Neighborhoods. Local housing options are diverse, ranging from the most exclusive, expensive waterfront homes to moderately priced houses and condos. The city boasts two libraries, the Shoreline Community College, the Shoreline Historical Museum, an arts council, community pool, recreational center, teen and senior centers, and a growing business community. Area parks offer a wide range of activities including skateboarding, basketball, tennis, fishing, and hiking. Its sweeping views of Puget Sound and the Olympics make Richmond Beach Saltwater Park a local favorite. The Interurban Trail, a three mile, non-motorized path links Shoreline neighborhoods, businesses, and parks. |
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Southwest Snohomish County |
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Gradually people have moved north of Seattle in search of more reasonably priced homes, creating many suburban bedroom communities beyond Seattle's northern suburbs. Southwest Snohomish County offers "urban living" at a cost below what city-dwellers pay. Some of its areas still have a small-town feel, but most of the region has become highly developed. Southwest Snohomish County includes the following cities: Bothell, Brier, Edmonds, Everett, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Mountlake Terrace, Mukilteo, and Woodway. The western cities (Edmonds, Everett, Lynnwood, and Woodway) enjoy stunning views of the Puget Sound. |
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