The “Big
Apple” Tops List and San Francisco Beats the “Windy City” for Second Place
PARSIPPANY,
N.J. (July 17, 2012)
– Today Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC launches its new “Best Places
to Live” five-part series in partnership with Onboard
Informatics, ranking the top United States places for lifestyle categories: Social
Seekers, Suburbanites, Adventurers, Leisure Lovers and Culture Cravers.
To kick off the series, Coldwell Banker first examines the Best Places to
Live for “Social Seekers,” which ranks places which are perfect for the hip,
trendy and fun at heart – those who would rather go out than stay home any
night of the week. The list was compiled based on a range of attributes such as
access to public transportation, high volume of bars and restaurants, happening
nightlife and great entertainment.
“As our previous research shows, Americans believe that their home is a
reflection of their identity and that clearly goes beyond the property line and
into the communities where they live,” said Budge Huskey, president and chief
operating officer, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “Social Seekers are drawn
to the nightlife and action, while others we will explore in the series might
prefer backyard barbecues and carpooling. By ranking the best places to live by
lifestyle interests and personalities, we’re able to get to the heart of what makes
individual cities and towns so special.”
The National Top 10 Markets for Social Seekers are:
The
city that never sleeps is known across the globe for its nightlife and nearly
limitless entertainment options. The Big Apple is also home to some of the
world’s most famous restaurants, Broadway’s bright lights and accessible public
transportation.
A
perfect place to leave one’s heart, San Francisco is famous for its Golden
Gate, the infamy of Alcatraz, dedicated sports fans and delicious
sourdough. Its streets are filled with
historic trolleys that ascend its storied hills. It is also the birthplace of
Coldwell Banker Real Estate, which was established there in 1906.
From
the hot dining scene to art museums and gorgeous river views, residents of the
Windy City have plenty to keep busy.
Chicago is home to a lively theatre scene, two Major League Baseball
teams and top universities. Residents
travel easily between events along the cities elevated subway line, the “L.”
Home
to Hollywood, Los Angeles is the center of the entertainment industry. In addition to the Walk of Fame and Kodak
Theatre, The City of Angels is also known for its music scene, clubs and
restaurants. The Pacific Coast Highway is an easy escape for residents who want
to get out of the city and enjoy gorgeous ocean views.
Home
of the Space Needle, Seattle is the largest city in the Pacific Northwest, and
serves as a beacon for the performing arts in the region. In spite of the
occasional rainstorm, residents also take advantage of the city’s mild climate
to enjoy outdoor entertainment activities, like strolling Pike Place Market or
sipping some of the city’s well-known coffee.
Just
outside the city of Boston, Brookline maintains a unique identity with a
mixture of urban and suburban lifestyles. Residents enjoy pedestrian-oriented
shopping with a variety of boutique shops, taverns and cafes in mix of new and
historic architecture.
Located
on the outskirts of Washington, D.C.’s city limits, Arlington residents enjoy
quaint cafés, upscale salons and all the activity and entertainment of the
nation’s capital, connected by the D.C. Metro.
Situated
on the coast in Southern California, the beach is a central part of life in San
Diego. When the sun goes down, residents
keep busy sampling delicious food, music and shopping in the historic Gaslamp
Quarter.
From
Old Town to the Pearl District, residents in Portland walk, bike or take the
light rail through this scenic city in the Pacific Northwest. With Mount Hood in the background, they enjoy
food carts, cheer on the NBA’s Trail Blazers and visit one of the many
microbreweries, while staying close to great parks and outdoor adventures.
Located in Silicon Valley, Mountain View is home to
high technology companies and the Computer History Museum. Shoreline Park offers and escape to nature
for relaxing or water sports and Castro Street is the place to see live music,
sample wine and browse specialty shops.
Other notable top cities on the Social Seekers list
are well-known college towns, including Boulder, Colo., Ann Arbor, Mich., Ames,
Iowa, Austin, Texas, Burlington, Vt., and
Provo, Utah.
In the coming months, Coldwell Banker will release
the Best Places to Live lists in the following additional categories:
Suburbanites
Trading nightlife for nights-in, this group is ready to settle down and make their house a home. A feeling of community is very important to them, and they want to be close to schools, recreational centers, parks and shopping. They love backyards, BBQs and basketball hoops, and value quality time with the ones they love.
Trading nightlife for nights-in, this group is ready to settle down and make their house a home. A feeling of community is very important to them, and they want to be close to schools, recreational centers, parks and shopping. They love backyards, BBQs and basketball hoops, and value quality time with the ones they love.
Adventurers
Whether young in age or young at heart, adventure-seekers are always looking for the next rock to climb and trail to discover. They love new tours, exciting escapades and the great outdoors. Preferring a mecca of things to explore, they value being near international airports for trips that will take them anywhere.
Whether young in age or young at heart, adventure-seekers are always looking for the next rock to climb and trail to discover. They love new tours, exciting escapades and the great outdoors. Preferring a mecca of things to explore, they value being near international airports for trips that will take them anywhere.
Leisure Lovers
For some people, nothing beats a little R&R. They give high marks to places and spaces requiring little or no maintenance, and love lazy-days where they can live the life of leisure. They don’t need to live in a bustling city where there are lots to see and do, rather they enjoy quiet time, relaxation and maybe a game of golf here and there.
For some people, nothing beats a little R&R. They give high marks to places and spaces requiring little or no maintenance, and love lazy-days where they can live the life of leisure. They don’t need to live in a bustling city where there are lots to see and do, rather they enjoy quiet time, relaxation and maybe a game of golf here and there.
Culture Cravers
From festivals to music venues, this group immerses themselves in culture. They value art, museums and architecture, and look for a “melting pot” of opportunities. They will be the first in at the coffee-shop poetry reading, and the last to leave the jazz concert downtown. They want to be educated and energized, and they live every day with passion.
From festivals to music venues, this group immerses themselves in culture. They value art, museums and architecture, and look for a “melting pot” of opportunities. They will be the first in at the coffee-shop poetry reading, and the last to leave the jazz concert downtown. They want to be educated and energized, and they live every day with passion.
In addition to this series, Coldwell Banker also
offers a Lifestyle Search feature on ColdwellBanker.com, which allows people
to find homes by rating the importance of lifestyle characteristics.
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