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Yes, commute to Moses division. G maps initially showed walk 1 mile to Fieldston metro, and take a train to Moses. Doesn't show it anymore. Not a big fan of buses. Maybe it is not a bad idea to drive everywhere. I think.
Where are you coming from? Are you use to driving in city traffic? I would not think anyone would want to drive everywhere. Kinda defeats the purpose to live in Manhattan. Most live in Manhattan to not need a car and not have to drive. The subway has its faults but it's great not to have to drive. If you NEED 1 car than keep one but not 2. Its a waste of money.
even at night, the area by the 4 train should be reasonably and relatively safe, just a little sketchy. just don't linger or hang around. youre still above Kingsbridge Rd and in the North Bronx in a busy area. have you thought about transferring at 161 street from the 4 to the D--the D is underground and avoids the sketchy look out the window. the D drops you 4 blocks from Monte at 206th street
I don't think having to look at the buildings would be a big concern of his.
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Riverdale is very convenient to the workplace (3.X miles, 10 mins or so drive). However, looking up Google maps, it appears it is not very well connected by public commute. You have to walk to Fieldston to take the train to the workplace. Going to Upper west side needs taking Hudson train, walking to subway, then taking another train- so an hour or so. Going to Jackson heights is inconvenient too, except of course if you drive every place.
The Hudson Line is inconvenient. The buses (Bx7/10/20) are in the middle of the neighborhood, and the Bx9 stops along Broadway in the eastern section of the neighborhood.
There are express buses directly to both East and West Midtown, that can often be quicker than Metro-North considering that there's less walking involved.
Thanks again. I think hustle and bustle helps since we don't have many friends in NYC and staying in a sleepy neighborhood will likely keep it that way. Drive from UES is definitely a concern, and that's why I'm hoping to be able to commute by subway most of the times. Probably can settle for 1BR although Craigslist has some 2BR ones in UES in the 2500-3000 range. Not sure how reliable CL is, though. Searching web for crime in trains, it seems that it is rare, and not confined to any particular trains or areas.
BTW, do people do 3m/6 month etc leases (although most I see say 12 months minimum)? If so, would love to get something in UES and see if it works out. Don't mind paying 200 or so extra for the first 3months for this privilege. If it is decidedly inconvenient, can move to Riverdale/ Pelham/ Country Club etc.
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ive always felt safe on the subway going thru the S Bronx on the 4, and 2 even at night.
with me now it's elevated platforms that trigger panic attacks/vertigo/agoraphobia. never had any problem with that before. getting robbed is the least of my worries
Annual leases are common, unless you find a short-term corporate apartment, though it will be furnished and more expensive than an extra couple of hundred per month. A 1BR on the UES is going to offer more selection in area, sub-neighborhood, amenities, etc. than a 2BR on that budget. Craigslist is hit or miss, and some 2BRs advertised are actually JR4 apartments, which are actually 1BRs with dining areas that are converted to small second bedrooms, not true 2BR apartments.
Parking may not be in the building, and I would look for the best price option per area, as they can vary widely, even within a confined geographic area. Check NYC Parking Garages & Street Info - Daily/Monthly Discount Coupons to compare monthly rates. Be aware that NYC garages are also not self-park in 99% of instances, so you generally have to call the valet 30-60 minutes before you need the car in the morning, unless you have a regular agreement with the regular porters who know you and your schedule.
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Annual leases are common.....Be aware that NYC garages are also not self-park in 99% of instances, so you generally have to call the valet 30-60 minutes before you need the car in the morning, unless you have a regular agreement with the regular porters who know you and your schedule.
Thank you bmwguy for some terrific info. Wow, didn't know that about the garages, that's going to be a headache. Will then need to find some unlimited entry garages.
Maybe if they live around Grove st in the small nice chunk of the city closest to Manhatten ? Otherwise the rest of the city is not anywhere in the same ball park as to what they are looking for. Maybe you meant Hoboken?
Thank you bmwguy for some terrific info. Wow, didn't know that about the garages, that's going to be a headache. Will then need to find some unlimited entry garages.
There are garages that offer a park and lock option, where you wiat for your keys once the car is parked by the attendant. One has to pay extra for this service, however, ranging from a nominal charge to a significant premium, but the higher premium usually means the car is parked closer to the office, so it can be faster to retrieve when you return with the keys. Not every garage offers this option, but on the site I linked earlier (nyc.bestparking.com), look for the charge under Miscellaneous, where you see rates quoted for exotics, limousines, etc., and it will say "Park and lock." I think it's a better practice to pay a park and lock fee at an attended garage, then to use an exclusively self-park garage because the attended garage has staff on the premises and does not allow the general public to walk/drive through the garage.
You still have to call ahead when you need the car, but if you need to make multiple trips in and out in a day, tell them when you return that you need to have the car ready as you will be heading out in an hour or two. Doing so may not guarantee that you do not wait for your car sometimes, but it is faster than if it is buried deep in the garage, and you have to wait for it to be retrieved once you give them the keys at a park and lock option garage.
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