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Anjanette
"Country Players community theatre"
Beutyblu
"Diverse area in people and activities"
TracyD
"Not the best hamlet for train commuters"
JenMac
"Easy walk to a nice view"

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#5 - Down 1 spot in Yorktown

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Top community reviews

JenMac
4/5 rating details
  • Clean & Green 2/5
  • Cost of Living 2/5
  • Eating Out 5/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 5/5
  • Lack of Traffic 2/5
  • Medical Facilities 3/5
  • Neighborly Spirit 4/5
  • Nightlife 4/5
  • Parks & Recreation 2/5
  • Peace & Quiet 2/5
  • Pest Free 2/5
  • Public Transport 3/5
  • Shopping Options 4/5
  • Safe & Sound 3/5

"Five years ago: shady drug haven. Now: melting pot of artists, yuppies, and rockers."

A friend of mine moved into the Avalon Bowery (a massive luxury apartment building on 2nd between 1st and Bowery) five years ago; everyone was in a bit of shock upon hearing that she had elected to pay so much to live in such a sketchy neighborhood. Boy, have things changed since that day.

The streets surrounding that building are filled with high end boutiques like Blue and Cream and Patricia Field. On a warm evening, you can walk past restaurants like Gemma or Five Points and catch a g... Full review
Pros
  • good mix of people
  • great food
  • great bar scene
  • close to major transport
Cons
  • packed with people
  • no trees anywhere
  • expensive
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Gay & Lesbian
  • Hipsters
  • Students
  • Trendy & Stylish
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