Hello, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $2,775 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Any help is appreciated. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Emmett L.
Bought a house here in 2015 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Joseph Price
yeah no that's not right
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Peyton Parker
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 9 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 Minneapolis, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Diverse dining options
- The housing market scene is average
The downsides:
- Dating scene is rough
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for singles. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Anna R.
noted, appreciate it
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Alexa P.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want traffic, then yeah this place is great. But if food scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Katherine Rodriguez
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is improving in most areas.
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Skylar Price
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Compared to Raleigh it's average.
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Avery M.
The food scene here is challenging. Tons of great Italian places. I love the pace of life here.
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Lucy Price
Public transit is challenging here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Mackenzie Harris
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Greenfield for 3 years. Moved from Miami for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Greenfield schools are average. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Urban sprawl is real. Property taxes are high. And weather can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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