What people are saying
"Traffic can be kind of bad right outside the neighborhood when the university has events. "
"apartment robberies"
"Nature"
"Excellent outdoor & community activities"
Movers & shakers in the rankings
#1 - Up 1 spot in San Francisco
#5 - Up 27 spots in Manhattan
#29 - Up 3 spots in Los Angeles
Top community reviews
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- Clean & Green
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- Eating Out
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Medical Facilities
- Neighborly Spirit
- Nightlife
- Parking
- Parks & Recreation
- Peace & Quiet
- Pest Free
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"Astoria, NY"
I lived at Astoria, NY for 18 years and My oldest son still love to live same area. Ditmars Boulevard - Named after Abram D. Ditmars the mayor of Long Island City also know as "the heart of Astoria" during the 1800s is home to many diverse ethnicity's that mainly immigrated to Astoria during the 1960's to 1970's. This melting pot of foreign and American culture is home to many Greek, Italian, Cyprian, Lebanese, Italian, and Arab families and businesses. Running from Astoria Park to the LaGuardi...
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Pros
- Famous landmarks
- Great museums in the area
- Mixed bag
- Beautiful looking area
- Get plenty of exercise walking around
- Huge Astoria Park with view bridge
- Festival Event at Astoria Park days or nights.
- VIEW: Every year on July 1 is firework at Astoria Park
Cons
- Too many people at times
- A hike from the heart of the city
- Too busy at times
Recommended for
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
- LGBT+
- Students
- Trendy & Stylish
