A Voice from Laurelon

Our group has many voices. This member speaks from Laurelon. Make sure you read about the Hospital's plans for 136 Laurelon condos before you read her words:

"I’m a Laurelon Terrace Condominium resident, a retired 30-year teacher, and a volunteer at Children's Hospital and Laurelhurst Elementary. Before choosing to live here, I researched the whole North Seattle area for over a year. Many things contributed to my choice, but high among them were the convenient location, neighborhood ambiance, parklike grounds, cozy community, amenities like parking/pets and, most important, affordability. Nowhere else could I find everything above and a charming unit for a modest price.

I lived many places in my life, from Washington DC to Alaska. But I kept coming back to Seattle, where I spent half my school years. When I got ready to retire I knew this was where I wanted to live out my life. And when I saw Laurelon Terrace, I knew it was the place for me. I love it here, the place and the people. I chose my unit with an eye to aging, stairs, hardwood floors and easy access.

Yes, our condo dues keep going up. It’s an old complex that now needs maintenance on major systems. But for Seattle, I am in very affordable housing. I could never move anywhere comparable here for what I could find if I sold my unit.

Just like my Laurelhurst neighbors, the people who live and want to stay in Laurelon chose their homes carefully, whether they be young families, workers, or other retirees. Laurelon Terrace is a jewel that should be saved, not gobbled up."