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[quote=Anonymous][b]Community culture of Kensington-Parkwood or Woodmoor?? Where to buy a house? Please share advice[/b] - despite the long set up …… In the next week, my husband and I are planning to put an offer on a house. I know I am asking an impossible question, but I hope with context folks can offer some insight on the culture of these two communities Kensington-Parkwood or Woodmoor. I’d greatly appreciate any feedback. We hope to remain in our new home (first purchase!) for the next 10-15 years - until our kids (8 and 6) are out of high school. After that, we may stay or move to DC proper... not sure about that yet. And, with husband's industry, a move would not be inconceivable.0 Background - Husband and I both grew up in suburbs, went to solid public schools, college/grad school, and then lived/worked in NYC in the nonprofit sector. We are both white, different religions (catholic and jewish), and financially okay (phew). He works in DC (metro), I currently work from home. Our daughter (8) spends most of her time on crafts and art stuff. This is our first home purchase. Our son (6) is more a smarty then a sports kid, though he is not anti-sports. [b]We are grateful and feel we are in a fortunate position to have these two awesome areas to choose from. However, we are having a hard time comprehending the nuances between the two communities. [/b] Other major considerations (not necessarily in this order) are: location, solid schools, commute, price and community culture/fit. Community/Culture is our greatest area of uncertainty. Location – We love that both are near parks/nature. As for the commute, husband is fine with either. Woodmoor would be a bit longer of a commute for him. Kensington would be faster to husband's work and to visit our aunt/uncle. Schools - We have checked out the school data, talked to many parents/students and are okay with the public schools in both areas (though a bit more impressed with the Kensington cluster). Price - We have seen in each neighborhood a house that we like and can afford. Kensington is more of a stretch for us, but workable. Advice of a friend in real estate feels Kensington would be a better investment, which is not a bad thought in this economy and age of school and community budget cuts. But we don’t want to get too swayed by that b/c who knows what future offers may come and whether we will stay. [b]Culture – This is where we are less certain. Can anyone offer thoughts or impressions on the culture or vibe of those communities? Actual or perceived (though please indicate which). We currently live near and have a vague sense of Woodmoor; we like the energy, which seems comfortable, welcoming and fun. Kensington seems nice as well, but we have not seen it up close as much. Because there appears to be more money in Kensington, are folks still down to earth, welcoming/accepting? I appreciate and look forward to any feedback![/b] [/quote]
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