Cameron Phillips best-worst Jan 19, 2026

Worst things about Middletown nobody talks about

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm single, late 50s, and With a population of 47,646, Middletown is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,392 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What do you all think? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Quinn Bailey Jan 22, 2026

I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 6 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 Austin, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:

- Friendly community, easy to meet people

- Nice parks and green spaces

- The healthcare scene is excellent

The downsides:

- Traffic during rush hour is rough

- Urban sprawl is real

Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.

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