OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 5.1%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,710 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest?
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Hailey
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 10 years. Moved from Raleigh for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
legal is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor scene is tough - we have hiking trails 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 pretty good. 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. Not very walkable outside downtown. Chain restaurants dominate. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 9/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Joseph Allen
this is the way
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Xavier Jackson
Moved here from San Francisco about 7 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to cost of living but No regrets on my end..
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Caroline
I've lived in Westside for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- The community vibe scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for singles. Hope this helps!.
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Elena Cox
yeah no that's not right
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Logan Rogers
As someone who grew up here, it exceeded my expectations. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much stable but now it's surprisingly good.
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