Country Estates, Broomfield: Country Estates residents have access to a variety of outdoor activities, including the Lake Link Trail, where mountain bikers can get their fill of thrill on over 10 miles of path.
Montclair, Denver: Montclair, once an independent town, was incorporated into Denver in 1903. The architecture in this historic east Denver neighborhood is incredibly diverse, ranging from 19th-century Victorians to new, modern homes.
Excelsior, San Francisco: The 300-acre John McLaren Park borders the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco and is the second largest park in the city. Named for a prior superintendent of Golden Gate Park, this gigantic recreational hub houses a golf course, a pool, a lake, and nature trails to escape the city.
North Austin, Austin: Residents of the oak-lined North Austin neighborhood might have a longer commute to downtown, but neighbors seem to enjoy the inclusivity and serenity of the suburb. It's close to N. Lamar Blvd., where people go to shop and grab a bite to eat at locally-owned stores.
South End, Boston: You’ll find rows and rows of 5-story red-brick buildings in this centrally located neighborhood — no surprise, since it’s the largest Victorian row house district in the US. (📸:
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Parkside, San Francisco: Parkside has a tighter-knit, more suburban vibe compared to the greater San Francisco area. As part of the Sunset District, the neighborhood's pastel-colored, stucco homes were mostly built in the early 20th century and cover the beachside community with color.
Rachel Konte,
@owlnwood’s owner and designer, set up shop in Old Oakland partly because of the neighborhood’s rich history and architecture. "I feel at home in old buildings and love my little shop,” she says. “It’s a very little store with high ceilings, but it has lots of charm." Her love for this community translates into her products. Rachel features local makers and designers at her store, and she has her own line of clothing made locally. It clearly resonates — both locals and visitors are drawn to the boutique's hyper-locality and authenticity. "I have found new friends through customers, and I have a loyal group of friends and community that drop by to shop or just catch up, which makes it all worth it."
Squantum, Quincy: When you live on a barrier island, the ocean is a huge part of your lifestyle. Residents of Squantum embrace this — boats are practically as common as cars in this neighborhood!
Lincoln Park, Chicago: Like many other neighborhoods in Chicago, Lincoln Park has a unique history told by its architecture. Apartments designed in the '60s are mixed in with château-inspired estates from the 1890s. (📸:
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Hyde Park, Boston: In 1912, locals voted to annex Hyde Park into Boston, and it became the city's southernmost neighborhood. Today, residents love the neighborhood’s open, green spaces, including a golf course and 11 parks and playgrounds.
