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Evan Gonzalez moving

Just moved to East Islip, any tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in manufacturing and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for East Islip? Any help is appreciated.
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Ruby Sanders
Used to live on the Highland side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Maverick Castillo
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a chef, 55, moved here 8 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Downtown and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The walkability situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for singles. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$70K here.

**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. 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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