Comments on: Walkable neighborhood: Capitol Hill http://raincityguide.com/2006/01/29/walkable-neighborhood-capitol-hill/ Seattle's Leading Resource for Real Estate Information Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:32:06 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Tired of driving to the mailbox http://raincityguide.com/2006/01/29/walkable-neighborhood-capitol-hill/#comment-4779 Tired of driving to the mailbox Wed, 19 Apr 2006 02:32:44 +0000 http://raincityguide.com/?p=337#comment-4779 That's it?? #1 15th Ave area of Capital Hill #2 Madrona #3 Columbia City There has got to be more options in King County for someone who wants to raise a family and be in an area that has things other than parks to walk to. I mean with other people walking around, shops, restaurants, etc. Anything? Downtown Kirkland seems decent. That’s it??

#1 15th Ave area of Capital Hill
#2 Madrona
#3 Columbia City

There has got to be more options in King County for someone who wants to raise a family and be in an area that has things other than parks to walk to. I mean with other people walking around, shops, restaurants, etc. Anything? Downtown Kirkland seems decent.

]]> By: Galen http://raincityguide.com/2006/01/29/walkable-neighborhood-capitol-hill/#comment-1802 Galen Sat, 04 Feb 2006 17:31:52 +0000 http://raincityguide.com/?p=337#comment-1802 Robert, I had good friends who lived in Columbia City for a couple of years. I cannot agree more - what a great neighborhood where semi-normal income people can afford full homes. Madrona is great too. Good comments! Robert, I had good friends who lived in Columbia City for a couple of years. I cannot agree more – what a great neighborhood where semi-normal income people can afford full homes. Madrona is great too. Good comments!

]]> By: Robert Wright http://raincityguide.com/2006/01/29/walkable-neighborhood-capitol-hill/#comment-1799 Robert Wright Sat, 04 Feb 2006 09:56:14 +0000 http://raincityguide.com/?p=337#comment-1799 Having recently (eight months ago) moved here from Atlanta, I can tell you we're extremely fortunate to have so many walkable neighborhoods. 15th Avenue is a great example of how a neighborhood can have it all-- a central location, a retail focal point, great transportation options and beautiful homes to escape to when you're done socializing. For those just moving to Seattle though, Madrona and Columbia City also deserve a look. Both afford plenty of walkable dining options, plus the necessary accompanying sidewalk retail fare, including hairstylists, cleaners, pet stores and neighborhood markets. Madrona is, without a doubt, the more central and pedestrian friendly of the two. The immediate retail area is surrounded by parks and schools that always seem to be packed with kids and dogs. A fair number of street corners have views of Lake Washington and the Cascades, or just as likely, downtown and the Olympics. When it comes time to eat, there's a range of options, including personal favorites High Spot, St. Clouds and Cupcake Royale / Verite Coffee. For those seeking a more affordable and culturally diverse neighborhood with tons of architectural character and classic, walkable retail, Columbia City is a tough act to follow. The farmer's market is a real draw for foodies and Tutta Bella, the neighborhood dining hot spot, is one of those rare places you can count on, no matter if you're with your family from out of town, or just a friend from the neighborhood. Rest assured when the light rail station finally opens, this neighborhood will finally be "discovered" and hordes of people will pay a significant premium to belatedly join the fun. Having recently (eight months ago) moved here from Atlanta, I can tell you we’re extremely fortunate to have so many walkable neighborhoods.

15th Avenue is a great example of how a neighborhood can have it all– a central location, a retail focal point, great transportation options and beautiful homes to escape to when you’re done socializing.

For those just moving to Seattle though, Madrona and Columbia City also deserve a look. Both afford plenty of walkable dining options, plus the necessary accompanying sidewalk retail fare, including hairstylists, cleaners, pet stores and neighborhood markets.

Madrona is, without a doubt, the more central and pedestrian friendly of the two. The immediate retail area is surrounded by parks and schools that always seem to be packed with kids and dogs. A fair number of street corners have views of Lake Washington and the Cascades, or just as likely, downtown and the Olympics. When it comes time to eat, there’s a range of options, including personal favorites High Spot, St. Clouds and Cupcake Royale / Verite Coffee.

For those seeking a more affordable and culturally diverse neighborhood with tons of architectural character and classic, walkable retail, Columbia City is a tough act to follow. The farmer’s market is a real draw for foodies and Tutta Bella, the neighborhood dining hot spot, is one of those rare places you can count on, no matter if you’re with your family from out of town, or just a friend from the neighborhood. Rest assured when the light rail station finally opens, this neighborhood will finally be “discovered” and hordes of people will pay a significant premium to belatedly join the fun.

]]> By: Kurt http://raincityguide.com/2006/01/29/walkable-neighborhood-capitol-hill/#comment-1729 Kurt Mon, 30 Jan 2006 15:51:27 +0000 http://raincityguide.com/?p=337#comment-1729 I really look forward to seeing what people have to say here. After 13 years of living in (what I think is) the most walkable of neighborhoods - Manhattan - my wife and I (and toddler) are considering moving. We can't imagine not living in a walkable neighborhood, but they are incredibly hard to find. We love so much about Seattle, but finding walkable neighborhoods there has not been as easy as we thought it would be. Any insights on a family friendly walkable neighborhood would be much appreciated. I really look forward to seeing what people have to say here. After 13 years of living in (what I think is) the most walkable of neighborhoods – Manhattan – my wife and I (and toddler) are considering moving. We can’t imagine not living in a walkable neighborhood, but they are incredibly hard to find. We love so much about Seattle, but finding walkable neighborhoods there has not been as easy as we thought it would be. Any insights on a family friendly walkable neighborhood would be much appreciated.

]]> By: Dustin http://raincityguide.com/2006/01/29/walkable-neighborhood-capitol-hill/#comment-1721 Dustin Mon, 30 Jan 2006 06:30:24 +0000 http://raincityguide.com/?p=337#comment-1721 Galen, what a great idea! I'll definitely add something fun about Downtown Ballard because it is such a great place to walk around, but in terms of "traffic calming by design" I can't think of another place in Seattle (maybe the University District?) where pedestrians have as large of an influence on traffic conditions as on 15th Avenue in Capitol Hill. Galen, what a great idea!

I’ll definitely add something fun about Downtown Ballard because it is such a great place to walk around, but in terms of “traffic calming by design” I can’t think of another place in Seattle (maybe the University District?) where pedestrians have as large of an influence on traffic conditions as on 15th Avenue in Capitol Hill.

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