Hawaii to Washington St. (Bremerton, University Place: to rent, homes, buying)

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My family and I are looking to relocate to Washington State, specifically the Bremerton area for work. I've had my eye on Poulsbo, Port Orchard, and Silverdale as places to live... in that order. I've frequented the Spanaway and University Place areas in the past, but they are a little too far for my commute.

Any insight on thefirst 3 areas I mentioned? I know its a broad question, but I'd like to get a bunch of info to help me sort my decision out. I'll check back periodically being that I know I'll need to provide answers/feedback as this thread goes on.

Also, I know people tell me to rent a place first to see how I like it there before buying, however, my family and I will be bringing a large dog and I cant find too many places to rent that have a big open yard for him to romp around in. A lot of the newer homes that Im looking at are well within my budget for these areas and are very attractive, but again it's all thru the internet and not me physically being in the area. I will be making a trip sometime before the move to check these areas out.

Thanks for taking the time to read this !