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07.08.08, 08:13 AM New York City
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Moving to Seattle area from NYC with 4 y.o. and 2 y.o. - any tips? I'm trying to get excited, but am already missing NYC ... how is Kirkland? Trying to find someplace on east-side that's not too cruelly suburban. THANKS. [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
New York City 07.08.08, 08:13 AM Flag
 

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eh. It's all suburban there. If you want to keep the feeling of living in a city I would suggest you stay in Seattle or maybe Bellvue. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:29 AM Flag
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Kirkland is cruelly suburban. Why the east side? Why not Seattle proper? If you must do the east side, I agree with the other poster that you might want to consider Bellevue -- it has a downtownish area. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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Bellevue has a really good school district, if not the best in the area. Second is Lake Washington where Kirkland is located. I would suggest Bellevue, stick close to the high-end Bellevue Square Mall, lots of high rise condos, financial buildings etc. There is a great kids park within walking distance. Main Street one block down has great eateries and boutiques for shopping. It is adjacent to Medina, a gated community where Bill Gates reside. Very close to both bridges to Seattle. There is a variety of ethnic restaurants nearby as well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.09.08, 11:59 PM Flag
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But on the other hand, I do like the walking neighborhoods of Seattle such as Wallingford (John Stanford International School), Queen Anne, Greenlake (great park), West Seattle (California Ave.), Capitol Hill (15th Ave.) for more diversity. Grew up in NYC and now have 2 kids (5yo & 3yo). These neighborhoods have many walking destinations and you may be able to find a Craftsman home to boot! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 12:10 AM Flag
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3rd and last thing, check out Seattle Magazine (seattlemag.com). Current edition ranks all Seattle area neighborhoods. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 12:18 AM Flag
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Bellevue is a far better choice. Excellent schools and booming economy. It's culturally and ethnically diverse and the downtown area is spectacular. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.12.08, 07:55 PM Flag
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