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Jacob Anderson best-worst

Top 5 things I love about Gaithersburg

Been meaning to ask this. What are your go-to spots? The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Piper Richardson
haha yep pretty much
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Kaylee R.
Came here for weather and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The safety is honestly pretty good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Alexa Ortiz
I've lived in Old Town for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Denver, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Decent public transit for the size
- The pet-friendliness scene is solid

The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Urban sprawl is real

Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. No regrets on my end..
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Mateo W.
lol so true
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Sadie W.
thanks for sharing
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Genesis Diaz
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.

I've been here 3 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is underrated.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Maple Ridge side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Definitely worth checking out..
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Jeremiah Myers
underrated comment
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