Wallingford
Cozy bungalows and larger homes along tree-lined streets make up the Wallingford
neighborhood. Yards consist of gracious landscaping, flower gardens and toy-strewn lawns,
representing the dichotomy of residents: professional couples and young families. Apartment
style housing and duplexes offer affordable housing options for the area's student population;
Wallingford is adjacent to the U-District. Wallingford has a lively commercial district along
North 45th Street with breakfast cafes, restaurants featuring international menus, fashionable
boutiques and exotic bakeries. At the foot of Wallingford is Gas Works Park, a former
industrial center turned recreational area. Its grassy hills and open areas are ideal for
kite flying or for looking over Lake Union and downtown to Seattle. Bus routes go directly to
the U-District or a bike ride along the Burke Gilman Trail makes for a short trip to campus.
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