What BestPlaces Users Say about New York
Background Information:
New York City, also known as the Big Apple, is one of the most iconic and populous cities in the United States. It is a global center for finance, media, fashion, and culture, making it a highly desirable place to live for many people. However, with its high cost of living and bustling city lifestyle, it may not be the ideal location for everyone. Let's take a look at what some users have to say about living in New York City.
Excerpts from User Reviews:
1. "I've lived in New York City for over a decade and I have to say, it's the best decision I've ever made. The energy and diversity of this city is unmatched. There's always something to do and something new to discover. The only downside is the cost of living, but if you can afford it, it's worth every penny." - Sarah123
2. "I moved to New York City for a job opportunity and I have to admit, it's been a tough adjustment. The fast-paced lifestyle and high cost of living can be overwhelming, but there's also so much to love about this city. The food, the culture, the people - it's all so vibrant and exciting. You just have to be prepared for the challenges that come with living here." - JohnDoe87
3. "I've been living in New York City my whole life and I can't imagine calling any other place home. Yes, it's expensive, but the opportunities and experiences here are endless. From Broadway shows to world-class museums, there's always something to do. And the best part is the diversity - there's always a new culture or cuisine to explore." - NYCbornandbred
4. "I recently relocated to New York City and I have to say, it's been a dream come true. The city is bursting with creativity and inspiration. It's a melting pot of different cultures and ideas, which makes it a perfect place for artists and entrepreneurs. Plus, the public transportation system is amazing - you can literally get anywhere in the city without needing a car." - WanderlustArtist
based on 330 ReviewsGet to know New York with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited New York
About Ridgewood... - 2/16/2010
The area is changing. When we first moved here 10-15 years ago from brooklyn, it was to get away from the gang problems and violence that we saw in our old neighborhood. Unfortunately, things like these seem to be happening more and more often in this neighborhood as well as time goes
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NY state of mind - 1/9/2010
I may be in a "NY state of mind" but I am wishing & seriously thinking of moving back to NY. For one thing, it is "home" & I have family & friends there. For another, or maybe it's partly the same, I still think that even with bad times, it still has it all over other places, as far as mindset, economy, jobs, etc. I moved from NY in the early 90s, when they were also experiencing tough times & I really thought the end was near for NYC. Not so, & I have to say I'm glad about that. It rebounded big time. I just don't see the same vibe wherever else I've lived(& definitly not where I've
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Too Sterilizied - 1/7/2010
In the past 10 years NYC has lost a lot of it's character due to overdevelopment. In an effort to "clean things up" certain areas like the East Village and Lower East Village are being polluted with high priced housing destroying the artistic nature that made them
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living in Brooklyn - 1/3/2010
Brooklyn is a large borough of southern n.y....it has everything and each area of Brooklyn has a rich and different history. We moved here from Manhattan 10 years ago and love it....shopping, night life, theater, fabulous restaurants. Some areas are safer than others, but that improves every year. It has become a terrific real estate investment with above averge public schools and a general feeling of
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Climate - 12/28/2009
Pretty OK if you enjoy 4 seasons. But! Summers-quite humid. Spring in many years has been very short & gone right into summer. I personally like warmer
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I Love NY - 12/16/2009
My mother lives in Ridgwood Queens, close enough to the L train for her to be able to make it into the city is minutes, but far enough from the craziness of city life to be able to sit back, relax and enjoy life's smaller pleasures. I grew up in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, along with mom, dad and my two biological and two adopted brothers. Growing up I thought Williamsburg was the entire world, and all those that lived outside of it would seem like total alliens to me. When my aunt moved to Ridgewood Queens in 1984, I was sure that I would never see her again. This was not so. Actually, I ended up loving the neighborly attitude of the people from this tight knit community so much that when my mother finally decided to move, I did everything in my power to put her in Ridgewood.
Once I saw that there were other neighborhoods other than Williamsburg in this great city of ours, I decided to venture out, explore, and fall in love with my entire city, one block at a time. I
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Expensive as hell, but worth it if you've got the - 10/21/2009
I've been living in NYC most of my life. I went to college and came back here. What a mistake! Not that it's not a good place... it's just that it's not a good place to start a life, I think. I think being able to save a little bit of money early on is important so that you can do things with your money to create comfort around yourself... I like to invest. Anyway, the ratio of income to cost of living here typically sucks. It's hard to save money here. I came back because my family and friends are here. Little did I know that I would have been much better off moving elsewhere. I'm now looking at going west... after 5 years of trying a bunch of trying to do it right here in NYC. With student loan debt and a desire to save, well, you've really got to be incredibly motivated to live comfortably here. While I'm motivated, I don't feel like making my job my whole life. Plus... it's really hard to find a few minutes alone here by a lake or something like that.
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Too Expensive - 10/5/2009
The cost of living is very high and the space you can afford to live in here is substantially less than anywhere in the
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OVERPRICEED - 10/1/2009
You spend a lot of money on food,home owership, clohing and recreatio...Taxes are constantly going up with fewer services. the summers are hazy ,hot and humid. athere has got to be a better
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