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Read more about the article The Curious Case of the Former Guild 45th Theatre Mixed Use Project

The Curious Case of the Former Guild 45th Theatre Mixed Use Project

If you’ve strolled down 45th Street lately and glanced at that quiet, empty lot between The Octopus Bar and Changes Bar & Grill, you might’ve thought, “Is something ever going to happen there?” Totally fair. The whole neighborhood has been giving it the same gentle side‑eye since the Guild 45th Theatre was demolished in 2022, and wondering if those famous cranes, which at one time dominated the city of Seattle, will ever show up on this site. Here’s the charming truth.…

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Read more about the article September Sale at JAS Corner Store

September Sale at JAS Corner Store

Wallyhood received notice from Debra Russell at JAS Corner Store about the sale they are currently running: September Sale It’s that time again—summer is coming to an end, and before you know it, fall will be here. What a great time for a sale to make way for new inventory. We will be marking items down 25–50% from Friday, September 11th through Saturday, October 10th. Items marked down include: All kitchen/tableware (excluding Orskov glasses) Blankets and quilts Wallpaper table lamps Task table…

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Read more about the article How DADUs Can Support Development Goals in Our Historic Neighborhood

How DADUs Can Support Development Goals in Our Historic Neighborhood

There are many neighborhoods in Seattle that are cherished by those who live there. The vibe or sense of place varies among neighborhoods, but the things that set them apart are what make them special. Wallingford is known for tree-lined streets and a vibrant community within the historic fabric of heritage homes and landmarked public buildings, such as Wallingford Center, Good Shepherd Center, and the Fire and Police Station. The retail shopping district offers much of what you might need, as…

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Read more about the article Stone Way Rising: Transformation from DIY to Apartment Row

Stone Way Rising: Transformation from DIY to Apartment Row

The following story comes to us from Aly at Fremont Neighbor. The Cline apartment building at 3665 Stone Way N. Photo by Nathan Dolliver. We’re back for another walk up Stone Way. Last time we stopped at Stone Way Auto. Keep heading north on the same block and the street changes character. The restored warehouses and trade shops give way to something you now see all over Ballard and increasingly in Fremont: large apartment buildings with ground-floor retail. Stone Way previously…

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Read more about the article Summer Update from Historic Wallingford

Summer Update from Historic Wallingford

Exploring Wallingford Together Those at Historic Wallingford appreciate the support and enthusiasm from participants of the three Exploring Wallingford Together guided tours that have already taken place this spring and summer. There is one more opportunity to join a tour led by architectural historians Sarah J. Martin and Thomas Veith. This coming Tuesday, August 18th at 6pm the final tour of 2026 will commence at the Animal Storm Sculpture at the corner of N 45th Street and Wallingford Avenue N. There are…

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Read more about the article The Tale of Two Streets: Why Have Stone Way and 45th Street Developed Differently?
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The Tale of Two Streets: Why Have Stone Way and 45th Street Developed Differently?

As a resident of Wallingford for my entire life (just over 17 years), I’ve always enjoyed walking down Stone Way and along 45th Street. Each street contributes to my home’s Walk Score of 95, making it a “Walkers’ Paradise,” where most errands can be done on foot. Lately, I’ve wondered why more housing has been built on Stone Way than on 45th Street.   This question led me to look more deeply into the knobs and levers that control a neighborhood’s…

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Read more about the article Exploring Wallingford Together: Historic Wallingford Walking Tours

Exploring Wallingford Together: Historic Wallingford Walking Tours

Did you know that Wallingford is home to one of the largest collections of early twentieth-century residences in Seattle? The Wallingford Bungalow is an Arts & Crafts treasure found here, but there are many examples of other style combinations that can be appreciated and admired as you wander through this cherished neighborhood: Dutch Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, Seattle Box or Four Square, and other unique architectural details. If you would like to learn more about the development and history of the…

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