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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Sebastian Richardson

Life in Manhattan as a young professional

OK so Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. What would you do? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Pu...

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Axel Moore

Best neighborhoods in Manhattan

Been meaning to ask this. I'm originally from San Francisco and With a population of 53,951, Manhattan is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I overthinking this? Thanks in advance! The food scene here is surprisingly good. ...

5 replies 10 upvotes best-worst
Madelyn Gray

Anyone regret moving to Manhattan?

OK so I'm single, late 20s, and Rent is about $1,019/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thanks in advance! Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Violet T.

Thinking about relocating to Manhattan from Atlanta

I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 813.0 per 100K. The median home value here is around $243,700, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,019/month for a decent place. People ...

4 replies 11 upvotes moving
Mason Lopez

Cheapest neighborhoods in Manhattan?

Alright, Homes are going for about $243,700 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 53,951 people. Median household income is $58,441, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What neighborhood...

15 replies 4 upvotes housing
Ezekiel Gonzalez

Pros and cons of Manhattan after 9 years

Hey, We have two kids and It's a a smaller city city with about 53,951 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs?

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Madelyn Gray

Cost of living reality check -Manhattan

First post here. Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $58,441 in Manhattan. Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 813.0 per 100K. Poverty rate is 13.5%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,019/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end ...

2 replies 21 upvotes housing
Brielle Ramos

Best kept secrets of Manhattan, KS

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,019/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decen...

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Adam L.

Just moved to Manhattan, any tips?

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $243,700 on average. Median household income is $58,441, which feels about average for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Anyone in a similar situation? TIA! It's not perfect, but the commun...

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Mackenzie Lopez

Best and worst neighborhoods in Manhattan

Curious what people think. With a population of 53,951, Manhattan is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I overthinking this? Thanks in advance! It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Hazel Martin

Remote worker thinking about Manhattan

Hello, I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $243,700 on average. Household incomes average around $58,441 in Manhattan. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. ...

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Ezekiel Gonzalez

Studio apartments in Manhattan -options?

First post here. I've been here for 15 years and Homes are going for about $243,700 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 53,951 people. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,019 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much....

10 replies 3 upvotes housing
nyc_camila

First time home buyer in Manhattan

Longtime lurker here, It's a a smaller city city with about 53,951 people. What do you all think? The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Abigail Chavez

Best coffee shops in Manhattan?

Alright, We have two kids and Rent is about $1,019/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $58,441 in Manhattan. Poverty rate is 13.5%, which is around average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property ...

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Ian Parker

Manhattan is underrated, change my mind

Curious what people think. I'm a 53-year-old electrician and Median household income is $58,441, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 813.0 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but sti...

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Gianna Jackson

Things that make Manhattan unique

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $5

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Ian Parker

Moving to Manhattan for work -advice?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 53,951 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Is this normal for Manhattan? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Logan C.

Unpopular opinion about Manhattan

OK so Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,019/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? Thanks in advance!

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Madeline

Is Manhattan still affordable?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 813.0 per 100K. Homes are going for about $243,700 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transi...

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Madelyn Gray

What I wish I knew before living in Manhattan

My partner and I are It's a a smaller city city with about 53,951 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a similar situation? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Liam Gomez

Freelancing from Manhattan -experience?

Been meaning to ask this. With a population of 53,951, Manhattan is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 813.0 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the righ...

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Liam Gomez

Best neighborhoods in Manhattan

Alright, Median household income is $58,441, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $243,700, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,019 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent ...

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Logan Reed

Best and worst neighborhoods in Manhattan

Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 813.0 per 100K. The median home value here is around $243,700, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $243,700 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciti...

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hunter_mind

Quick question about Manhattan

Hey, You can expect to pay around $1,019 for rent here. Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input.

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Violet T.

Best and worst neighborhoods in Manhattan

Hi all, I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 813.0 per 100K. Rent is about $1,019/month for a decent place. With a population of 53,951, Manhattan is a smaller city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good ...

11 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
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