Hello, I work in retail and Median household income is $113,750, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 10,464, Chestnut Ridge is a small town. The median home value here is around $668,000, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Chestnut Ridge sits at 485.5 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? Cheers. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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William
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 28, moved here 3 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Uptown and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The food scene situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for couples. solid vibes, walkable.
- East: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from San Diego, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $100K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Audrey Hughes
yep
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Audrey Campbell
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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