Holbrook, NY is a small town located in the Suffolk County of Long Island. It is known for its quaint atmosphere and tight-knit community, which make it a desirable place to live. With its close proximity to the beach, Holbrook also offers plenty of activities and attractions that cater to all types of visitors. From local shops and restaurants to outdoor recreation, Holbrook has something for everyone. Reviews of Holbrook are positive overall as people appreciate the peacefulness that it brings. People enjoy spending time here with family and friends or just relaxing by themselves. The town also has plenty of events throughout the year, ranging from festivals to concerts. Holbrook is a great place to visit or live if you're looking for a charming and laid-back atmosphere.
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Very expensive - 7/8/2010
A good thing about Holbrook is that I do feel safe. I have never had anything stolen, and have never felt as if my own or my son's safety were threatened.
The worst part about Holbrook is the cost of living. I lived in Houston, TX before here and for almost the exact same apartment, I am paying double what I was paying in rent down there. As a single mother it is a real struggle to get by day to day. Groceries are higher, gas is higher, everything here is more expensive. Even to go to the park there is a fee, $8 for the local state parks for a day pass, $6 for the county parks during the summer only in most cases.
People are quiet, keep to them selves mostly, it is hard to make friends here.
If you ever want to get off the island you either have to go through NYC and fight the traffic and pay $15 in tolls each way, or spend $50 each way for a ferry ride across the sound. So you kind of get trapped here on the island and can't get off.
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living in holbrook - 1/12/2008
I have been living in holbrook over 12 years. There are many families and great people. There is a lack of community involvement and most people keep to themselves. Holbrook is part of the Sachem school district that consists of 5 towns and extremely big. Elementary school (based on my own experience) are not very family friendly and teachers there seem more concerned with teaching for standardized tests. Middle school and high school are a much better experience for the student though again not enough community involvement and activities to keep the community connected. Cost of living is extremely high. Utilities are up the roof and housing cost is insane. Climate is pretty good. Winters are not that harsh there may be a rare big blizzards and summers are pretty cool with occasional heat
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