Hey, I'm single, late 20s, and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Valentina C.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Adam Patel
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Ezekiel
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 14 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jaxon Sanchez
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The weather is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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raised_addison76
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The healthcare scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Luna Roberts
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value healthcare, you'll love it. The weather is genuinely pretty good and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Lakewood) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
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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