Northeast 127th St, Cedar Park / Meadowbrook

I live just off 30th, north of 125th. Being so close to Lake City Way and all the traffic and car dealerships and fast food, I expected it to be a noisier and busier place. But really, the street is lined with trees. The houses have hedges or fences and large front lawns, which give you a sense of relief from the urban mess just a couple blocks away.

Because it's such a great alternative to Lake City Way, there's fairly constant traffic, including a couple regular bus lines; but it's not bad. If only the city would spring to fill those potholes!

Home to Nathan Hale High School, 30th is nevertheless not so busy that it isn't great for a nice walk. Lined by single family residences, it is a main road in the Lake City neighborhood. Close to Lake City Way, you have access to plenty of eateries and shopping, without feeling like you're living right there with all the traffic and car dealerships. Sometimes litter seems to be a problem in my opinion, but it isn't overly terrible, as residents do seem to try and keep things tidy.