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Monmouth County just feels a little sleepier and further removed from the "action" than North Jersey or even neighboring Middlesex County, even if the commute isn't all that much worse...not saying that's a bad thing, I'd venture that's what a lot of people love about it. But it's a different vibe than the "hot" towns of North Jersey.
Monmouth County just feels a little sleepier and further removed from the "action" than North Jersey or even neighboring Middlesex County, even if the commute isn't all that much worse...not saying that's a bad thing, I'd venture that's what a lot of people love about it. But it's a different vibe than the "hot" towns of North Jersey.
Sure, I won't argue that. The people that like it moved there from the south shore of Staten Island because they want space, and you also have that Jersey Shore territoriality and the territoriality of the locals who've been in the area for several generations clashing with the SI element and all the drama that goes with it, making it a rather unpleasant place in my experience.
As for Middlesex County, I hated living in Sayreville. But that town is absolutely sub-par compared to others in the area. Couldn't really complain about Middlesex as a whole apart from the congestion and overdevelopment and skyrocketing cost of living.
Sure, I won't argue that. The people that like it moved there from the south shore of Staten Island because they want space, and you also have that Jersey Shore territoriality and the territoriality of the locals who've been in the area for several generations clashing with the SI element and all the drama that goes with it, making it a rather unpleasant place in my experience.
As for Middlesex County, I hated living in Sayreville. But that town is absolutely sub-par compared to others in the area. Couldn't really complain about Middlesex as a whole apart from the congestion and overdevelopment and skyrocketing cost of living.
Sure, I won't argue that. The people that like it moved there from the south shore of Staten Island because they want space, and you also have that Jersey Shore territoriality and the territoriality of the locals who've been in the area for several generations clashing with the SI element and all the drama that goes with it, making it a rather unpleasant place in my experience.
As for Middlesex County, I hated living in Sayreville. But that town is absolutely sub-par compared to others in the area. Couldn't really complain about Middlesex as a whole apart from the congestion and overdevelopment and skyrocketing cost of living.
As for Middlesex, I'm reminded of the quote "Other than that, how was the play Mrs. Lincoln??"
As a former SI'er who moved to Monmouth county, escape the SI mentality (won't disagree with you there) I've had absolutely no issue with any of the people who lived there for multiple generations, no drama at all...which is why we moved there in the first place...
I don't care to get in another flame war with you, but you seem to show up on every Monmouth County thread possible to bash it...Is it perfect, no, of course not....but we moved here for great schools, open space, access to parks and the shore, decent enough commute, and a more laid back pace....liked Morris county but a bit too far out and crowded in the towns in our budget...Union county was too crowded for us esp in our budget; very opposite of "laid back".
Holmdel is a great town, one of the best in the state...low crime, great schools, plenty of shopping, access to transportation, PNC for concerts, not far from the beach....might be too rural for some...but I can't see bashing it....
Newsweek just published its list of the top 500 high schools in the United States. Holmdel is #91; Livingston is #383. Just pointing that out because earlier someone mentioned a Niche list which showed Livingston ahead of Holmdel.
In Pennsylvania, about 10 miles north of the city limits of Philadelphia. Loving every minute of it. Less traffic, friendly people, I drive 10 miles one way I'm in the city, 10 miles the other way I'm in a beautiful picturesque area with rolling hills and pleasant scenery and artsy little towns like New Hope and Lahaska. Moving here was one of the best decisions I ever made.
Holmdel is a great town, one of the best in the state...low crime, great schools, plenty of shopping, access to transportation, PNC for concerts, not far from the beach....might be too rural for some...but I can't see bashing it....
I wasn't bashing it. It probably is a great town. I was just explaining why it would not be as "hot" as places further north in a more convenient location for commuting purposes and such.
I think both towns have great school districts, so I think it is more about location. Livingston is in the center of a triangle made up by Montclair, Summit, and Morristown. None of those towns is more than 15 minutes away, which leaves a lot of options for night life.
Also, a lot of people want to be able to pop into NYC for dinners, parties, concerts, Broadway. During non rush hour times, I am driving through the Lincoln Tunnel 30-40 minutes after leaving Livingston. And after a late night in the city, the last thing I would want to do is drive all the way down to Holmdel. In the middle of the night, with no traffic, I am home in a half hour, tops.
To many people, this is not important, and for them, Holmdel is fine. But if you want that convenience, you have to pay a premium.
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