Grocery stores in North Amityville -recommendations?
So, Military spouse here. Median household income is $125,991, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Brielle Diaz
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- The nightlife scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Rising rent and home prices
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for young professionals. No regrets on my end..
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Ella Phillips
I've been living here for 15 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The healthcare is pretty good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Clara B.
great question, following
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chloe_kid
My experience has been mostly positive. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The only thing I'd watch out for is healthcare. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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James Moore
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 7 years. Moved from Dallas for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
finance is strong here. tech is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have mountains 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 decent. 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. Can feel isolated. Far from beaches/mountains. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 7/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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aaron_girl
Totally agree!
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Lucas
I work in government here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is underrated. No regrets on my end..
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river_axel20
Came here for cost of living and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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river_zoe29
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 1 years. Moved from Dallas for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North schools are average. 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 high-paying job options. Homeless population growing downtown. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Clara Patel
I'm a teacher and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
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Vivian Allen
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Mateo Campbell
As someone who grew up here, it's been a really good experience overall. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much growing but now it's decent.
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detroitvibes2023
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from San Francisco about 1 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Affordable housing options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Summers can be brutally hot
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are reasonable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Mackenzie Miller
Moved here from Miami about 13 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to walkability but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Andrew Martin
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want job market, then yeah this place is great. But if public transit matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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