There are better neighborhoods than others but I lived in Everett for 6 years and it’s a great place to live. Both my daughters were born there so maybe I’m looking back with rose colored glasses but there’s something about Everett that will stick for me for the rest of my life. Currently living in Vancouver, WA for reference.

It’s generally regarded as being a shit hole. I’ve only ever driven through, it’s just what I’ve heard a lot.

I have a general disdain for cities, so bear that in mind. I’m not even a fan of suburbia any more.

I just don’t like Everett. I’ve lived there a few times, totaling about 5-6 years, and 3 of the cars I had in that time were broken into and had things stolen.

Real estate is more expensive than outside city limits (cheaper than Seattle, Lynnwood or Edmonds, sure, but more than, say, Monroe or Arlington) so apartments are about the only option for most people. Not a great option for a large family, such as mine.

Yeah, I’d be close to where I work…but I’m not trading convenience for the space I presently have, where my kids can play in their own backyard or ride their bikes in the road and not have to worry about getting hit by a car.

Cities suck, and I choose rural life to raise my kids in.