When it comes down to choosing between a home and condo, there are several factors to be determined before you make the final decision. Would you prefer to own a beautiful home because you have just found one in the waterfront real estate listings? Or would you rather own a new and modern condo in some quiet corner of the city? It all comes down to what your needs are and what your budget can afford.

If you were to decide to leave the familiar smells and sounds of condo real estate in Toronto for somewhere new then a good place for you to look at would be the city of Seattle Washington. Ah! Seattle! A city steeped in history. A city that has managed to weather several economic storms including the hard times of the great depression.

You are probably saying to yourself that it would be extremely difficult to turn your back on one of those very attractive downtown Toronto homes but if you really want to make a change and avoid the more frigid Canadian winter, then you would consider a city such as Seattle.

Seattle has several inviting attractions for you to enjoy. Fine dining is at the top of the list and upscale shopping runs a close second. There are many things for the sightseer to see and if you are doing a comparison between Halton Hills real estate and what you would find in Seattle, be assured that Seattle has features to help you find a home away from home. There is one very defining attraction in Seattle that you simply can't miss and this is the famous Space Needle.

This unique and magnificent landmark contains a fantastic revolving restaurant where you can dine on fine cuisine and at the same time be able to have a bird's eye view of the city and its magnificent skyline. You can also take in the view of the city from its observation deck and if you prefer something more mainstream then why not spend time at the Needle's excellent shopping facilities. If you are seeking a vacation spot that is close to the Canadian/American border, then Seattle is the perfect city for you. If you presently live in one of those classy homes in Hudson Valley and are looking for a bit of a diversion, then why not consider Seattle.