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Hey!!! I just found this forum, and it is great! A+++++
I must say, it has given me a lot of info...
So I'm absolutely enamored with New York City, and I'm planning on moving out there sometime after I graduate next spring (May '10). Right now, I'm just in the gathering info stage. I know I can look on websites for info, but I want to hear from the people that live there since you are the ones that can provide the best info.
Definitely willing to have a roommate(s). Preferably, I'd like to be in Manhattan somewhere, but I know it can be costly, so I could settle for another borough. I want to be somewhere like a 30 minute train ride or less to Manhattan. Preferably less than 30 minutes...I'll be a young professional, so I'm looking for a neighborhood that I will fit into and will be able to meet others like me.
From limited research, I've found some neighborhoods that look intriguing...it would be great if you guys could comment on these neighborhoods or add other suggestions too! Thanks so much!
Manhatten:
-Seems like anywhere in the mid-southern area is vibrant...?
-And Harlem is looking to be on the rise...might be a good place to get into now?
Brooklyn:
-Cobble Hill
-Carroll Gardens
-Park Slope
-DUMBO
-Greenpoint
-Williamsburg
-Brooklyn Heights
-Fort Greene
-Clinton Hill
Queens:
-Astoria
-Long Island City
-Sunnyside
-Woodside
The neighborhoods that you mentioned in Queens are all close to Manhattan. Probably the best one (of the ones you listed) for a young professional is Astoria.
You've got a good list there, but I have some suggestions:
Only choose Harlem if you know it well - easy to go wrong. Fort Greene has got some rough areas close to the projects, also don't go too far east in Clinton Hill.
Long Island City is a good choice, especially the southernmost part (Hunters Point). As is Astoria, and Sunnyside is also good. Woodside not bad either.
Greenpoint is nice but unfortunately inconveniently located with regards to getting to/from Manhattan.
West Village in Manhattan is what you should shoot for. Great neighborhood! The best... but pricey obviously. From there, you can consider the Upper West, Upper East, even Hells Kitchen is buzzing these days (don't let the name deter you).
For a quieter/ cheaper alternative... there is an area of Washington Heights called Hudson Heights. Still Manhattan, but VERY North. Nice area.... as a new grad, you may want a little more action than this hood offers (but maybe not... which is why I mention).
average non-doorman 2bdrm for e village and LES are $2900 / $3100 respectively. I wouldn't think $2400 is out of the question - but it may take some digging and compromising on space. Also - you can always do a 1 bdrm convert.
i guess i can pose the same question...would it be reasonable to think i could get a 2 BR in the areas mentioned in my original post in Queens and BK for that same $1,200 a person?
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