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You guys are great. I didn't even think of utilities. I don't want to be murdered in gas bills, that's rude. But looking through the pictures on Craigslist/Padhopper I can tell you need to know the area to get what you are looking for in an apartment/house. Newer seems to be the exception. I may have to rethink this and go with a knowledgeable agent in the area. But at least, from people who posted here, I have some idea of where the agent can start looking. I appreciate all the advice and help.
Oh 300 isn't so bad, I pay that now during the winter. I mean it is but at least it isn't more is what I mean. But I will have to be careful. Thanks for the heads up.
I think you will be pleasantly surprised to find out that we aren't all "country mice" in Rochester either. The city of Rochester certainly isn't as densely urban as Queens, but it is definitely more urban than "country". I think you will also be pleasantly surprised at how much more living space you will be able to have here. There are several luxury condo developments that have recently been completed downtown and I believe more are on the way. I agree with others that with the positive mindset you seem to be coming here with you should have no problem building a nice life and career for yourself here in the Flower City.
Don't move to Rochester, NY; you will regret it!
As a former NYC resident, I would not recommend Rochester. The local economy has been on the decline for the last twenty years; there is no economic growth in the private sector. The job market is poor; there are limited quality jobs in Rochester. There is little turnover at employers because there are not many options for employees; except relocating out of Western, NY.
The winter months are gloomy. There is constant gray skies; with no sunshine from January - April. You will understand the first winter you live in Rochester.
If you move to Rochester, move to Corn Hill Landing in Rochester. Its a new condo/townhouse development that has nice amenities and restaurants, etc.
You will be looking to relocate back to Queens within the year.
Howard Beach to Rochester, NY. You'll be like the movie Cousin Vinny! I have been to HB. I'm from SI, NY.
You're 40 yrs old. The Park Avenue area is for 21-30 years olds. Corn Hill Landing is a modern complex. These suburban towns other people mention are not for a 40 yr old single guy from HB. People in Roc don't know the neighborhood your from, I do! You will go out of your mind here! Rochester, New York's finest apartments at Corn Hill Landing
On the positive side, housing is inexpensive. If you decide to buy a house, buy on the east side of the city. In order, I recommend the following towns Pittsford, Fairport, Penfield, Webster, Mendon, Victor.
There are some good Italian restaurants; Brook House in the town of Greece, Pasta Villa in Irondequiot, NY, Pane Vino in downtown Rochester.
The best Brooklyn type pizza is the Pizza Stop downtown Rochester. Most pizza is thick and not like NYC.
Go to Wegmans Food Market for bagels.
Good luck
QUOTE=Paul NY;19767993]Thanks for all for the replies and thanks for the grats on the promotion, lol.
Not really looking for racially diverse in particular. Doesn't bother me much (being from Queens) but it's not something I will seek out to feel at home, lol. I live in a mostly Italian neighborhood now, Howard Beach. Just a newly renovated dwelling with good people around and stuff to do is fine. If I have to pay extra for some extras like parking, fireplace and stuff like that I will. If I am gonna have no family and friends I might as well live in a really nice place. I'd pay 1k to 1.5k a month for a decent place. I won't be in the apartment long as I will buy a house when I learn more about the area from living there.
I've looked at a lot of places through padhopper and a lot of the places have that old feel to them or are attic/loft apartments. I even saw some with radiators in them! Haven't seen them since the 80's, lol But I have family in Orange county so I realize life is different in other cities. I'm not naive but I have high expectations! lol This is a big step for me as it would be for a Monroe county person moving to NYC. Culture shock.
I am now looking on the east side of Rochester, south wedgeish. (I learned that through your advice) I may have to lower my expectations but I was thinking there has to be some new buildings or stylish places in Rochester. That I just have to do the research. This is part of that research! lol My life is in your hands people!
Thanks for all the advice guys, it is really helping. I'll even take trusted real estate agents numbers. I may have to enlist their services for this project.[/quote]
Moving to Rochester from Queens, NY. I have been offered a promotion, to head up a new branch in Rochester, NY. I need some help from what I hear are friendly people. First off I am scared, lol. The snow and gray skies are two reasons why. City mouse meets country mouse is another reason. But, the job comes with all the trimming and a generous pay raise so I need to move.
Anyway to my point, where is a good place to live in Western NY? I am a 40 year old single male that is looking for a modern place to live (apartment) for a while till I find a house to buy. Even though work is in Rochester, I won't mind commuting about a half hour. Does Rochester have new apartments or new condos? Where is better? Downtown or uptown? Any night life at all over that way? Bars or such? I love that there is an airport right there, that's a plus for those weekend getaways.
Thanks for any advice or help anybody takes the time out to give. I only have 3 weeks to find a place to live for the next several years and the stress of finding a nice clean modern place to live with some sign of life around me is getting the best of me.
Don't move to Rochester, NY; you will regret it!
As a former NYC resident, I would not recommend Rochester. The local economy has been on the decline for the last twenty years; there is no economic growth in the private sector. The job market is poor; there are limited quality jobs in Rochester. There is little turnover at employers because there are not many options for employees; except relocating out of Western, NY.
Don't know where you get your imformation. We have 12,000 new jobs compared to last year at this time. That is the 3rd best, percentage wise in the country, behind only Dallas and Houston.
Despite the fact that Rochester has had massive job losses (50,000 from Kodak alone) we have a long history which shows that when a company lets some employees go, many of them just start their own company and employ the others. Rochester has actually grown over the past decade. Don't confuse us with Buffalo.
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