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Sophie C.
best-worst
Monrovia vs Albuquerque -which is better?
Longtime lurker here, There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned?
22 upvotes
15 Replies
desert_cooper35
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is public transit. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
39 upvotes
Brooklyn R.
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
36 upvotes
Ian
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Pine Hills area are decent. Kids love it here.
36 upvotes
Margaret R.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a nurse, 40, moved here 12 years ago from Houston. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Decent public transit for the size
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited shopping options
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The traffic situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for couples. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: 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 Houston, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $40K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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.
Background: I'm a nurse, 40, moved here 12 years ago from Houston. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Decent public transit for the size
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited shopping options
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The traffic situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for couples. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: 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 Houston, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $40K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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.
34 upvotes
Hazel Cook
yep
34 upvotes
Greyson G.
hard disagree but ok
32 upvotes
oakland_sadie
I'm a marketing manager and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
26 upvotes
raised_aiden55
Can confirm, been here 4 years.
19 upvotes
Kai Torres
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The community vibe is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
15 upvotes
Xavier Brown
this is the way
13 upvotes
Henry
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is traffic. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
12 upvotes
born_luke82
Used to live on the Oak Park side, now on the East side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
8 upvotes
Savannah Jackson
noted, appreciate it
7 upvotes
Kathleen M.
Bought a house here in 2018 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
5 upvotes
Angel C.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
1 upvotes