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Freelancing from Uniondale -experience?
Hey folks, Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Hailey
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want healthcare, then yeah this place is great. But if outdoor recreation matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Ariana L.
not my experience at all
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coastal_hunter15
I've lived in Cedar Grove for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- The dating scene scene is average
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- The dating scene scene is average
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
21 upvotes
Ella Alvarez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from San Diego and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in The Heights. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in The Heights. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Leah B.
Weather-wise, the summers are improving and winters are stable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Hannah Torres
Hot take but it's been a really good experience overall. I know a lot of people disagree but after 3 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Jayden W.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 28, moved here 3 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Greenfield and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Affordable housing options
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Nightlife is limited
3. The nightlife situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for remote workers. tough vibes, walkable.
- Highland: 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 decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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 marketing manager, 28, moved here 3 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Greenfield and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Affordable housing options
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Nightlife is limited
3. The nightlife situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for remote workers. tough vibes, walkable.
- Highland: 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 decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
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Chloe Mitchell
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say I love the pace of life here. The outdoor recreation is better than expected compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Julian M.
I've been living here for 13 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The healthcare is excellent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
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