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John W.
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Best hidden gems in Chesapeake
OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Madelyn Green
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by community vibe. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Diverse dining options
- The dating scene scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by community vibe. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Diverse dining options
- The dating scene scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
32 upvotes
miamilocal2020
Can confirm, been here 5 years.
31 upvotes
Weston N.
wish I knew this sooner
30 upvotes
Oliver Clark
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Uptown area are excellent. Kids love it here.
27 upvotes
Joshua W.
accurate
23 upvotes
Thomas Mendoza
Moved here from Dallas about 11 years ago. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Still getting used to outdoor recreation but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
21 upvotes
Jace Long
I'm a social worker and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is tough and there's always something going on.
20 upvotes
Stella Miller
I've lived in Uptown for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Active local events and festivals
- The weather scene is average
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Active local events and festivals
- The weather scene is average
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
19 upvotes
Leah Peterson
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it exceeded my expectations. Compared to Pittsburgh it's underrated.
18 upvotes
Riley C.
it depends on the neighborhood
17 upvotes
urban_john46
I've been living here for 3 years and I'd say I love the pace of life here. The outdoor recreation is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
5 upvotes
Quinn Rogers
Bought a house here in 2016 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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