Redmond Ridge Dr Northeast, Union Hill

This is a really nice road. The houses are a little boxy in places, but still very nice. There are sidewalks along both sides of the road and this new community is located very close to many different types of stores – QFC and Albertson's, restaurants, gym, mail center, UPS, gift store, McDonald's, Bank of America, pizzas, deli sandwich store, gas stations and pet store – among others.

Redmond Ridge Drive NE has a wonderful new elementary school. Many children from other local elementary schools have come here so there is less crowding in the other schools.

There is a really nice atmosphere in this neighborhood. There are families with strollers, children and adults alike cycling, and people walking dogs. There is a nearby trail that connects from Bothell to Marymoor Park in Redmond. It is about 10 miles long. It is totally paved and is shared by joggers, walkers, skaters and cyclists. It is truly beautiful – near Remlinger farms the trail is stunning with the fall colors. An equestrian trail is adjoined to the river trail between Marymoor Park and Woodinville.

The speed limit along Redmond Ridge Drive is 35 mph, which sometimes seems slow going, but there are so many people out and about that it is a reasonable limit. There is a new pediatric clinic nearby and new dental offices. Nearby Novelty Hill Road has a QFC with a great selection. Many of the people here know each other and it is not unusual to bump into people you know. There is a great sense of community here. I recommend being alert for local wildlife around this area – deer and raccoons especially.