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Living in Roselle Park -the reality
The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts.
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Madeline
couldn't agree more
38 upvotes
Paisley Green
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 10 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Downtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
I've been here 10 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Downtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
34 upvotes
Owen Campbell
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 41, moved here 2 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Eastside and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The outdoor recreation situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for young professionals. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: 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 Nashville, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $60K-$140K 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 HR manager, 41, moved here 2 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Eastside and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The outdoor recreation situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for young professionals. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: 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 Nashville, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $60K-$140K 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.
29 upvotes
Kathryn L.
I work in retail here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is improving. Feel free to reach out with questions..
21 upvotes
Rylee Ramos
thanks for sharing
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Austin Chavez
exactly what I was thinking
19 upvotes
Brooks Ruiz
I've been living here for 6 years and I'd say the quality of life is solid. The weather is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
17 upvotes
Dylan Gutierrez
same here
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Reagan Ward
Moved here from Baltimore about 3 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to job market but Good luck with whatever you decide..
12 upvotes
Jordan Mendoza
As someone who grew up here, it exceeded my expectations. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much wild but now it's solid.
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Emilia Allen
not my experience at all
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