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Wesley Castillo best-worst

Best hidden gems in Yorkville

Alright, What are your go-to spots? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Reagan E.
haha yep pretty much
37 upvotes
Charles P.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it was the best decision I ever made. Internet is average in most areas.
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Lillian Gutierrez
bump
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Chloe Thompson
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Atlanta, 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
- Strong job market in several industries
- The pet-friendliness scene is solid

The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited high-paying job options

Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Isabella Evans
yep
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Peyton Ortiz
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely decent and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Cedar Grove) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. dating scene is completely different here. And Limited shopping options.

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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Alice Walker
as a local I can confirm
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Audrey Edwards
Came here for quality of life and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The school system is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Austin Murphy
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. No regrets on my end..
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Samuel Ross
Used to live on the Highland side, now on the Fairview side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Serenity Castillo
spot on
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Adam Morales
I've been living here for 4 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The walkability is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Piper D.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a project manager who relocated here from Boston about 11 years ago. The main reasons were weather and family.

Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities

Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Bugs and humidity in summer

Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are competitive, gas is solid.

Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. Hope this helps!.
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Alice Roberts
Bought a house here in 2015 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Katherine H.
spot on
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