I don't know what you're trying to pay for rent man but the hall is in Seattle and it's expensive as Screw and packed. I live in Kirkland and hate it. I have dogs and I'm moving out to Monroe when my lease is up. Only about an hour out and way cheaper. I'm paying 2k for a two bed apt. I live with my girlfriend though. The everett/ Mill Creek area is nice and traffic isn't too bad. The further south you go towards Tacoma the worse traffic is. Top 5 worst cities in America for traffic.