Community living is far different than living in a home. Apartments and Condos have appeal that individual homes can not offer. I live in downtown Kirkland and in an apartment, yes I rent because I cannot afford to by in my area of choice yet, there are people that are in my demographical group. It makes it very nice because everyone is in a similar time of their lives and interests are also very similar, friends and fun.
Community living also has allows people to live in the city where a person doesn’t need to use an automobile to get around. From my place I can walk to the gym, grocery store, the lake, friends place, Starbucks, restaurants and even the clubs/bars. Cab rides are only 3-4 bucks and Wendy's is open late.
But there are some disadvantages to community living like barking dogs, neighbors on your walls and parties on Monday night (oops that it is me during Monday Night Football). It is important to know if you can handle some of these drawbacks if you're thinking about buying a condo over a house. After being in my place for over two years it is time for me buy a home, my goal is the end of 2007 :)
Community living is fun and lively but don't expect live so close to people without learning to be understanding of other habits and pets.
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