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Kennedy Alvarez moving

Moving from Baltimore to Cliffside Park next month

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 25,580 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Peyton Carter
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a social worker who relocated here from Phoenix about 14 years ago. The main reasons were work and school.

Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Active local events and festivals

Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Urban sprawl is real

Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are growing, gas is challenging.

Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Declan Morgan
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Wesley Flores
haha yep pretty much
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