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Jordan Adams
best-worst
Best and worst neighborhoods in Hampton
Hey folks, The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Has anyone dealt with this?
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Connor H.
bump
40 upvotes
Bella L.
following this thread
39 upvotes
Valentina Johnson
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want dating scene, then yeah this place is great. But if weather matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
26 upvotes
henry_heart
Bought a house here in 2017 and I have mixed feelings honestly. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Amelia Evans
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The public transit is genuinely average and I've found it exceeded my expectations. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from New York, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The public transit is genuinely average and I've found it exceeded my expectations. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from New York, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
21 upvotes
Kaylee Jimenez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 7 years. Moved from Boston for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I genuinely enjoy living here. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are excellent. 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 public transit options. Winters are long and cold. And public transit can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Pine Hills for 7 years. Moved from Boston for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I genuinely enjoy living here. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are excellent. 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 public transit options. Winters are long and cold. And public transit can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
19 upvotes
Andrew
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in South. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in tech. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Definitely worth checking out..
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in South. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in tech. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Luna T.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Uptown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Uptown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
11 upvotes