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Aurora Campbell
best-worst
Things Irvington needs to improve
Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 6 years and The weather takes some getting
2 upvotes
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Mateo Kim
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Feel free to reach out with questions..
35 upvotes
Allison Torres
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 14 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the community vibe is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the East side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
I've been here 14 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the community vibe is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the East side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
32 upvotes
Kayden Thomas
spot on
25 upvotes
Bella Miller
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Highland. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in education. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Definitely worth checking out..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Highland. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in education. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Definitely worth checking out..
25 upvotes
Robert Robinson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely pretty good and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (West) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Austin, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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 dating scene, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely pretty good and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (West) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Austin, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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.
18 upvotes
Robert Lopez
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 3 years. Moved from Seattle for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is average - 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 underrated. 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. Limited high-paying job options. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Maple Ridge for 3 years. Moved from Seattle for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is average - 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 underrated. 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. Limited high-paying job options. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
17 upvotes
Joshua Gonzalez
I'm a writer and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
10 upvotes
Evan Stewart
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. it exceeded my expectations. Compared to Boston it's better than expected.
6 upvotes
Jameson Torres
honestly same experience here
6 upvotes
Grayson Taylor
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's exactly what I was looking for. Definitely worth checking out..
3 upvotes
Sofia James
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Feel free to reach out with questions..
2 upvotes