Curious what people think. I'm a remote worker and It's a a small town city with about 11,021 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I wrong here? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Matthew P.
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Lots of new development happening
- The cultural scene scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Hope this helps!.
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cincylife2025
haha yep pretty much
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Cameron Bennett
100%
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Leo
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Isabella Long
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Isabelle S.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Isabella Rivera
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 43, moved here 12 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Westside and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Active local events and festivals
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited shopping options
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The community vibe situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Westside: Great for remote workers. excellent 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 Salt Lake City, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $80K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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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Waylon Watson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Phoenix and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Cedar Grove. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in legal. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Lucas Turner
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. housing market used to be much competitive but now it's better than expected.
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