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Old 10-06-2011, 01:34 PM
 
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The problems with PG County aren't so much to do with race. But much more about things like higher crime rates, less good schools, less good jobs, lesser amenities such as great local restaurants and shopping, and more relative backwardness.

The question is - why would you choose PG County when there are better places to live in the D.C. area?

At least for some people, the answer might be that the other places to live in the DC area aren't "better." People have different priorities and those priorities define what makes one place better than another for them. My wife and I chose PG over anyplace else in the metro area because it was "better" for us.
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Old 10-06-2011, 03:30 PM
 
Location: Maryland
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I really can't believe in this day and age you people are still looking at at race as an issue. This is about the most ignorant post I have ever read. Is this neighborhood white is this neighborhood black. You all ought to be ashamed of yourselves. Don't believe everything you see on T.V. the news and media are totally biased and this type of thinking is a product of it. Ignorance is not a virtue.
Oh give me a break. Join the rest of us in the real world.
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Old 10-06-2011, 05:27 PM
 
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My family is white. We are considering moving to PG county (probably Bowie, Glenn Dale, or Mitchellville). Tell me very honestly, do you think we would feel uncomfortable if we moved into a neighborhood that was predominantly black? We don't have any problems with anybody. Our requirements of our neighbors are pretty simple--we just like friendly neighbors who don't cause trouble, regardless of race. And we consider ourselves quite friendly as well.
There's your answer. You shouldn't worry about what people think when you move into their neighborhood. They can pack up and move overnight. Just because a neighborhood has a majority race doesn't mean you can't live there.

You should focus on what's best for your family. If you and your family is okay with moving in a neighborhood that's predominately black, by all means go right ahead.
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Old 10-06-2011, 10:19 PM
 
Location: East Coast of the United States
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At least for some people, the answer might be that the other places to live in the DC area aren't "better." People have different priorities and those priorities define what makes one place better than another for them. My wife and I chose PG over anyplace else in the metro area because it was "better" for us.
That sounds very "theoretical." It makes sense to live in PG County if you work there or go to school there.
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Old 10-07-2011, 06:37 AM
 
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Well since I seem to be the only one that actually lives in that general area I'll tell you its not even an issue. Yes its majority AA but we've seen white ppl before. Theres not that much ignorance with race outside the beltway.
You have a nice house I have a nice house. Matter fact the white ppl I see around look like they have let their hair down and aren't ignorant to AA culture either.
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Old 10-07-2011, 06:43 AM
 
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That sounds very "theoretical." It makes sense to live in PG County if you work there or go to school there.
And you seem to be like "why choose PG"? Of all the jurisdictions in the DC metro outside the city Pg is the coolest most laid back and relaxed. I went to college in Baltimore and everybody knew the kids from PG had the most respect just based on charisma, fashion, and culture alone, and I never knew it was like that until I actually left PG.
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Old 10-07-2011, 08:47 PM
 
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That sounds very "theoretical." It makes sense to live in PG County if you work there or go to school there.
There's nothing "theoretical" about it, and I don't work or go to school in PG County. Prince George's County is the "best" for me because I wanted waterfront property. Fort Washington offers the best and closest boatable waterfront in easy commuting distance of DC (where I work). I have direct Potomac waterfront, spectacular views, and over an acre of land within a 35-minute commute to my office in DC. That simply wouldn't be available on the Virginia side where what little waterfront is available is further out and has mostly been cut up into much smaller plots. Public schools and shopping malls aren't big priorities for me.

The fact that PG County is the best for me doesn't mean it is best for others. I don't think there's a "best" area at all, just "best" for each person. If great public schools are your top priority, maybe Fairfax County is the "best" place to live. If you work in the District, love nightlife, and don't want to commute, maybe DC is the best place to live.

I have no desire to live in some newly built suburb in Fairfax county where all the houses look the same, all the trees have been cut down and an HOA rules with an iron fist. But I assume other people love those places and feel they're best for them.
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Old 10-09-2011, 11:06 AM
 
Location: Fort Worth, TX
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PG County ain't too bad. RamblingMan summed it up nicely as to why people would wanna live here. I've driven around many parts of the many DC suburbs and each one has a different vibe to it. I'm not sure I'd wanna live in close-in PG County (crime rate) but the outer parts of it are really nice. Long roads, lots of greenery, feels somewhat laid-back. I feel like the neighborhoods here (and in parts of MoCo as well) definitely feel more... natural... than all those new developments in Fairfax County that RamblingMan mentioned.
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Old 10-09-2011, 10:03 PM
 
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PG County ain't too bad. RamblingMan summed it up nicely as to why people would wanna live here. I've driven around many parts of the many DC suburbs and each one has a different vibe to it. I'm not sure I'd wanna live in close-in PG County (crime rate) but the outer parts of it are really nice. Long roads, lots of greenery, feels somewhat laid-back. I feel like the neighborhoods here (and in parts of MoCo as well) definitely feel more... natural... than all those new developments in Fairfax County that RamblingMan mentioned.
Based on google maps, PG County does look quite pretty. Much more attractive than I see on the VA side.

I don't have first hand experience in PG though. I have been to Silver Spring and Annandale, and liked the SS feel more.
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Old 10-10-2011, 10:22 AM
 
Location: Fort Worth, TX
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Yeah, the SS environment can be found throughout a lot of Maryland. As you reach the ends of PG County it gets a little more rural/spread out.

That said there are some parts of FFX County that are just as green and pretty. It's mainly the new developments that have the cookie-cutter sterile appearance.
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