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I'm considering moving to Riverdale for more space but I'm afraid I won't like it. Will the commute to the city be terrible? Will I get frustrated that it's basically suburbia - as in, I can't just walk out my door and go to the corner store? Everyone says only old people live there? Will I go into the city as much for evenings out or will I end up thinking the schlep is too much? OR will I find out its the best thing I ever did....HELP!
There are quite a few threads here on Riverdale, specifically about various buildings. I agree with the advice you have received to go spend time up there. For a treat, you can take in Wave Hill on one of your visits.
oh thank you!! great intel. It would be ideal to be nearest to the #1 train. I need to research the express buses and how they work. Not sure, but I might consider keeping a car. I hear garages are cheaper than in the city.
Again, thank you!
I'm considering moving to Riverdale for more space but I'm afraid I won't like it. Will the commute to the city be terrible? Will I get frustrated that it's basically suburbia - as in, I can't just walk out my door and go to the corner store? Everyone says only old people live there? Will I go into the city as much for evenings out or will I end up thinking the schlep is too much? OR will I find out its the best thing I ever did....HELP!
Riverdale is beautiful, but believe me when i tell you - the commute to midtown Manhattan or anywhere below that during weekends will be a pain in the booty.
I think the "problem" with Riverdale is that if you're close to Metro North in Spuyten Duyvil, that area is farther from the stores and you'll need a car. I'm hoping to move to Riverdale in a few years after I retire. I would like to be able to take the express bus to the theater district once in a while for a show if I can afford it!
In the Spuyten Duyvil area of Riverdale, there is a free bus that takes you down to and from the Metro-North station on 225th St. If you are willing to spend extra on Metro-North, that bus may well be worth it for time saving reasons.
Last edited by tungt88; 08-28-2015 at 08:06 PM..
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