Moving to NYC - Am I crazy? (Maine, Florida: sales, neighborhoods)

[Jeanniemcgee]

At 55, a new opportunity has been presented. Work in NYC. The idea is great. Are there other single 55+ living and working in Manhattan? I've been living in Florida for past 4 years and welcome the change and city life. I spent 2 weeks close to NYU when my daughter was in school and we loved all of the activity. The idea of living in NYC neighborhood seems best as it would be a closer commute and more fun. Am I crazy?

[Annieproductions]

I say go for it! NYC has an energy that you will not find anywhere else. NYC is a great place to be at any age and an experience. I grew up in NYC and the outer boroughs and live in Westchester county. Since the opportunity has come your way --why not? There is sooo much night life and things to do for all age groups (theatre, jazz clubs, art, etc.) you will never get bored! Good luck!

[Jeanniemcgee]

I have been reading a lot of comments and need to hear the positive.

[MOM2]

If your looking for a nice save neighborhood on the outskirts of the city, Neighborhoods in Queens. Some are a little pricey but, very safe. Flushing & Bayside. These areas are very diverse, people of all different backrounds.

[wanderlost]

I don't think you're crazy at all....sounds like you have a zest for life. Go for it!

[Viralmd]

I agree. GO for it and have fun!

[csteve60]

If you're crazy, so am I. I'm a 47 year old female single and am planning on visiting later on in the summer to look around with the possibility of moving there. I'm from Maine, so it's quite a change! But I figure if I don't go for it, I'll always wonder if I should have, and if I do and it doesn't work out, at least I tried. I feel better seeing a 55 year old single considering this as well. That encourages me!

[Tuftulo]

I am moving BACK to NYC after 15 years and hear it is a very different place...I will work with a distributor in Brooklyn and sales in Manhattan- is Brooklyn a good place to live these days? Where 'bouts is best/ affordable? What will I expect to pay for 2 br, parking, with outdoor space/ patio? Any leads? Best to use broker?
MORE IMPORTANT- Will I survive the life change?? Sunny southern Cal (although the people and culture have a bit to be desired) for BROOKLYN???!!! Not necessarily "the dream"- usually the reverse, but my family is in surrounding area, offered a good job, and engaged to be married to a CA native who is ready for a change.
Thoughts or any words of wisdom??

[jp03]

Originally Posted by Jeanniemcgee

At 55, a new opportunity has been presented. Work in NYC. The idea is great. Are there other single 55+ living and working in Manhattan? I've been living in Florida for past 4 years and welcome the change and city life. I spent 2 weeks close to NYU when my daughter was in school and we loved all of the activity. The idea of living in NYC neighborhood seems best as it would be a closer commute and more fun. Am I crazy?

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[eslteacher]

I think that it depends on your income. If you can afford NYC is a nice place. Just be prepared to spend money.