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Stately, elegant homes on a bluff, manicured lawns and magnificent views of the sound and mountains are usually the first images brought to mind by mentioning Magnolia. But smaller, more modest homes and numerous apartment houses are as much a part of this neighborhood as its bluff homes. And its residents all have one thing in common - they love the peace and quiet that comes with living in one of the western-most spots in the city.
Traffic whizzes along Magnolia Boulevard, affording drivers little more than a glimpse of the breathtaking vista; to get a real eyeful you need to stop at Discovery Park. Discovery Park is a favorite of many Seattle-ites. Miles of dense woods, sandy dunes and rocky beaches offer a break from the city. The parks department maintains the property in a relatively wild state, for the optimum nature experience. The 534-acre landscape supports four habitats: forest, meadows, saltwater and freshwater. As Seattle's largest park, Discovery attracts people for many different reasons. The eight miles of wooded trails offer an opportunity to view a myriad of wildlife, from raccoons to Sea lions. The DiscoveryPark Interpretive Center offers free nature walks on Saturday for those who desire a more structured visit.
The Park is home to the West Point Lighthouse, which is maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard as well as Fort Lawton, a World War II military base. The Army abandoned the Fort in 1970, and the land was declared as surplus. The city then secured the 534 acres for the Park, which was established in 1972. Native Americans also received part of Fort Lawton due to an 1865 treaty. The 19 acres they received went to establish the United Indians of All Tribes cultural and educational center. The facility is called the Daybreak Star Arts Center and sits on the north bluff of the Park. A member of the U.S. Coastal Survey named Magnolia Bluff by accident because he thought the Madrona trees with their distinctive red bark, were Magnolias.
Median Prices: Homes $430,000; Condos $235,500
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