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Valley Stream, NY Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Amelia Edwards

What Valley Stream does better than anywhere else

Hi all, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,994 for rent here. Poverty rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Anyone in a similar situation? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There'...

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Michael

Job market in Valley Stream for tech?

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are The median home value here is around $605,000, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $127,426 in Valley Stream. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of livin...

30 replies 11 upvotes jobs
Marilyn R.

Best hidden gems in Valley Stream

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Sophie Watson

What to expect moving to Valley Stream?

Longtime lurker here, We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Worth the trade-offs?

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Anna Thomas

Internet providers in Valley Stream?

Longtime lurker here, Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Valley Stream sits at 119.0 per 100K. Median household income is $127,426, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are w...

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Allison H.

Freelancing from Valley Stream -experience?

Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a smaller city city with about 40,278 people. You can expect to pay around $1,994 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks in advance!

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Marilyn R.

Is Valley Stream a good place to live?

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,994 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Does this match your experience?

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Kayden Brooks

Is Valley Stream walkable?

Hey, Been living here since 2007. Rent is about $1,994/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $127,426 in Valley Stream. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of co...

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Naomi Kelly

Quick question about Valley Stream

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm retired and Household incomes average around $127,426 in Valley Stream. Median household income is $127,426, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,994/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $605,000 on average. People her...

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Naomi Kelly

Rent vs buy in Valley Stream -what makes sense?

I'm a 49-year-old lawyer and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $127,426 in Valley Stream. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in cer...

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Anna Thomas

Honest thoughts on life in Valley Stream

I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider -Valley Stream sits at 119.0 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating tha...

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Naomi Kelly

Best restaurants in Valley Stream?

Random thought, I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $605,000, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,994 for rent here. Homes are going for about $605,000 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honest...

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Marilyn R.

Best kept secrets of Valley Stream, NY

You can expect to pay around $1,994 for rent here. Rent is about $1,994/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thoughts? Appr...

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Lily Rogers

Just moved to Valley Stream, any tips?

So, I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $605,000, which is pretty steep.

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Hailey Walker

Best neighborhoods in Valley Stream

Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What do you all think? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young...

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