Tell me about Seattle neighborhoods

[Jon Holdman]

Looks like a move to Seattle is in the works for me.  I'd like to hear about neighborhoods.  I'll be working in South Lake Union.  A relatively short commute would be nice.   Say 15 minutes driving, maybe 30 by transit, which I'm willing to do.  We've done a little driving around and looked at Queen Anne, Magnolia, Shoreline, Fremont, Wallingford, Capitol Hill and up to Shoreline.  We liked the walkability of Wallingford.  Some of the views and the larger lots in Magnolia were nice, but I understand Magnolia Bridge is not long for this world.  This would be for a primary residence.  Budget is somewhat up in the air, perhaps up to about $1.2M.