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[-The Truth]

Live in Laurelton it's a safe area which is close to the belt parkway, cross island parkway and southern state.

[Ali-E90]

I lived in Astoria, near a subway stop (forgot which one) and loved it.

20 - 30 mins into Manhattan. Close to freeways.

[BoogeyMan'sBMW]

I was born and raised in Astoria, and it is awesome without a doubt. However, going to and from Amittyville every day will be a huge pain. NYC traffic blows, and you will likely feel it in most parts of Queens. You can easily spend an hour and a half going to and from. I would suggest somewhere in LI closer to Amittyville

[ny325]

Amittyville is a pretty far commute from brooklyn or Queens. Good luck because the traffic is a huge PITA regardless what bourough you choose.

[Dan Villa]

I would look in long island and not brooklyn or queens. That commute will make you rip your hair out. I used to commute from Long Island to NYC and it was horrible. Trust me move closer to work and you can party in the city all u want. Lets face it you will be going to and from work more than having a good time socializing. Either way long island has plenty of places to go and has a way better car scene than brooklyn or queens could ever have. No where to park= no car shows meets etc.

Good luck.

[glachhman2]

Originally Posted by BoogeyMan'sBMW

I was born and raised in Astoria, and it is awesome without a doubt. However, going to and from Amittyville every day will be a huge pain. NYC traffic blows, and you will likely feel it in most parts of Queens. You can easily spend an hour and a half going to and from. I would suggest somewhere in LI closer to Amittyville

+1 I only go to astoria a couple times a yr because of traffic, parking and smells like fish.

[Kool G Stacks]

Jus moved out to deer park, which is like 2 exits past Amittyville. I work in Jamaica queens and lived out there for over 15 yrs. the north side of Jamaica towards Flushing is a great area. Close to the F and E train lines which take you 30-40 mins tops to get to the city and only a 30 min car ride to the city on weekends, even during night life nights.

[xcxxr335]

Nowhere the roads fucking suck

[Delta0311]

NYC sucks, yes there are many highways but who the fuck wants to drive on those pothole infested shit holes. In a nutshell NYC is expensive, houses are pretty much crammed on top of each other, limited parking (be ready to have your bumpers raped if you park on the street), roads look like something you might see in Berlin circa 1945 and that's after repairs are done. Only lower your car in NYC if you are a glutton for pain.

[Joe NYCALIVE]

I would Astoria would be the best place or Bayside which will leave you closer for work and about the same distance on the LIRR into the city.

[nyalpine90]

I lived in long island city til i was 16, still have family there. its great area and close to Manhattan but parking sucks.

3 years ago I moved from valley stream long island to Brooklyn, totally different world lol. I work in Oceanside and the commute was great 15 minute drive. Living in brooklyn I give myself 1hr and 15 minutes to get to work in Oceanside using Belt parkway. Parking sucks in Brooklyn as well lol.

I think you should consider finding a place in Long island border of Queens so you can commute to either places of your interest.

Traffic on the Belt parkway plus the potholes

i had to change my hours to 7am to 3pm/4pm

[Lshaw]

Hour and 15 from Brooklyn to Oceanside!!! Thats rough. F*CK lol i might have to live closer to work then.

My next question is, the metro and what not works all weekend correct? Like if i werre to go to the city and say try to get back into LI at like 3-4 a.m., is this pretty easy?

Originally Posted by nyalpine90

I lived in long island city til i was 16, still have family there. its great area and close to Manhattan but parking sucks.

3 years ago I moved from valley stream long island to Brooklyn, totally different world lol. I work in Oceanside and the commute was great 15 minute drive. Living in brooklyn I give myself 1hr and 15 minutes to get to work in Oceanside using Belt parkway. Parking sucks in Brooklyn as well lol.

I think you should consider finding a place in Long island border of Queens so you can commute to either places of your interest.

Traffic on the Belt parkway plus the potholes

i had to change my hours to 7am to 3pm/4pm

[e92ry]

What is your budget and do you need a parking spot? Alternate side parking sucks... and it sucks leaving your car in the middle of the street.

[kermitthefloer]

Yeah I think budget should be something discussed. Also, I've always been one to say live as close to work as possible. That's your means of living. The other things are secondary. My good friend moved to bayside recently right by the lirr. He likes it there. And parking isn't too bad. Believe there is no alternate side where he is at.

Our subway isn't lik DC it running all the time...unless there is construction (which is often on certain lines) ...the 7.

[nyalpine90]

alternate side parking sucks, my fiancee and I both have x3's. parking is horrible we usually leave one parked on the driveway and 1 blocking driveway. We both drive out to Long Island, tried car pooling sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesnt. her shift and locations changes.

The ideal place is to find a place near LIRR also 30 min drive to your job, that way you have an option to take both.

[-The Truth]

As I've said, look at places near Valley Stream (Laurelton, Queens Village and Springfield Gardens). These places have direct connections (within a few blocks) to the LIRR, most nassau county buses, MTA buses, Southern State, Belt and Cross Island. Also, they are very close to Long Island, probably 5 minutes. There's a lot of parking in these areas because it's residential. Do your research! GL.

[nyalpine90]

also he can acquire parking permit, drive the car to parking lot and hop on the LIRR.
rockville center and lynbrook are nice areas as well.

[Lshaw]

Originally Posted by kermitthefloer

Yeah I think budget should be something discussed. Also, I've always been one to say live as close to work as possible. That's your means of living. The other things are secondary. My good friend moved to bayside recently right by the lirr. He likes it there. And parking isn't too bad. Believe there is no alternate side where he is at.

Our subway isn't lik DC it running all the time...unless there is construction (which is often on certain lines) ...the 7.

Id say under $1500. I have a dog as well which limits my options by 2/3...haha

But yeah, i might look for a short term lease for now until i get the feel for traffic and what not.

[Ridiculous]

I live in greenpoint, BK, between williamsburg and long island city. check it out, one of the best hoods in NY.

I live in a big building that is not really close to the $1,500 budget if you want to live without roommates. I have a dog and an attached garage as well, which is clutch for the f10.

[Delta0311]

Originally Posted by Ridiculous

I live in greenpoint, BK, between williamsburg and long island city. check it out, one of the best hoods in NY.

Greenpoint aka Warsaw II

[Ridiculous]

Originally Posted by Delta0311

Greenpoint aka Warsaw II

You must not have been in a long time. Most of the polish folk have moved out. Super young, vibrant and clean. That being said, the polish food is off the hook.