Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $1,763 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I wrong here? Cheers.
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Aaliyah Green
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Maple Ridge for 13 years. Moved from Charlotte for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2017 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:**
finance is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Maple Ridge schools are improving. 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. Limited shopping options. Dating scene is rough. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 9/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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William Roberts
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is pretty good in most areas.
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Jose Chavez
hmm interesting perspective
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Jameson Patel
I work in education here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Leonardo Long
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in South. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Indian.
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