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I’m currently in San Diego, California, and our family is considering Mercer Island, Washington. Moving with pets is what started the conversation, but now every little detail feels connected: school timing, commute, budget, and whether the move will actually improve daily life. The question I keep coming back to is: Townhome or single-family home on the Eastside?. We are also thinking about visiting grandparents, healthcare, and whether the area will still fit us in five years. We are trying to avoid choosing a house that looks great online but creates a bad routine. Around Mercer Island, Washington, I keep hearing about dark winters, no AC in older homes, and housing prices. For people who have already made this kind of move, what would you look at before committing?

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