Hello, I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $751,700, which is pretty steep. With a population of 8.5M, New York is a major city. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for New York? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Lucy N.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Kennedy Chavez
yep
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Bennett
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely solid and I've found the quality of life is solid. My neighborhood (East) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Portland, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
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.
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Logan Green
this is the way
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Jacob Mendoza
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 9 years ago. The main reasons were school and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Four distinct seasons
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are developing, gas is pretty good.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Definitely worth checking out..
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