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As the title suggests, my husband and I are thinking about relocating from suburbia (Nassau County, south shore, to be more specific) into NYC. I tried parsing the enormous thread stickied at the top, but found it overwhelming and was hoping I could get some more specific input this way.
Here's our situation: We both recently started new jobs - mine on the UES, his in Midtown East - and the commute in from Long Island is proving to be an utter misery (between the LIRR and the whole "getting crosstown from Penn" issue, we spend 90 minutes or so each way commuting when all is said and done). We've started contemplating moving closer to work, but we're having a hard time figuring out where to live.
We'd be looking for a 2 bedroom apartment for $4K/month maximum. We'd like a neighborhood that's safe, with some green space, but we don't really care about the area being "trendy" or having access to nightlife. Ideally, we'd like somewhere no more than 20-25 minutes to Grand Central in rush hour (we're each about 10-15 minutes from GC on the 6, but in opposite directions). My husband is pretty reluctant to become a full-time city dweller, so the quieter and less urban, the better. We'd also like to keep one car if possible, so an area where parking + rent will stay under our $4K max would be nice.
So far, we've had Astoria, LIC, Forest Hills, and Hunters Point recommended to us, as well as the UES. Is there any reason to avoid any of these areas? Is there anywhere else we should be considering? Thanks in advance!
Riverdale would be a great option. If you are using public transit, there is Metro North and three express buses. I have a few friends that use Metro North. One lives right by the Spuyten Duyvil train station and gets to Grand Central in about 25 - 30 minutes. It's a upper middle class neighborhood in New York City with a suburban feel and lifestyle.
If you are flexible on size and amenities, you can find apartments in range on the UES. That way, you would have one commute that is potentially walkable, and one that has a short trip via transit.
Otherwise, Queens is a good bet as you can find a 2BR that would be much shorter than the current LIRR trip. Sunnyside would be an area to add to those already on your list.
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If you are flexible on size and amenities, you can find apartments in range on the UES. That way, you would have one commute that is potentially walkable, and one that has a short trip via transit.
Otherwise, Queens is a good bet as you can find a 2BR that would be much shorter than the current LIRR trip. Sunnyside would be an area to add to those already on your list.
Yeah but the Upper East Side is certainly not "suburban", which seems to be what they want.
UES is your best choice. I've heard of a friend moving up to Harlem as well. I don't know enough about it but you should take a look as well, you never know. Your budget is doable anywhere in Queens I believe but I'd recommend you stay in Manhattan if you are going to make a move.
Yeah but the Upper East Side is certainly not "suburban", which seems to be what they want.
Not suburban, but the UES is close to parks, depending upon the part of the neighborhood, and many of the side streets are far more quiet than the avenues. For convenience, it would be a good move, provided the OP can find an acceptable apartment in the preferred range, which is not high for a 2BR, as everyone knows about the UES.
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All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players: they have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts, his acts being seven ages.
~William Shakespeare (As You Like It Act II, Scene VII)
If you are flexible on size and amenities, you can find apartments in range on the UES. That way, you would have one commute that is potentially walkable, and one that has a short trip via transit.
Otherwise, Queens is a good bet as you can find a 2BR that would be much shorter than the current LIRR trip. Sunnyside would be an area to add to those already on your list.
And if they don't like the UES then Riverdale would be the next choice.
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