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re: Why do people like subdivisions?
Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:20 pm to Jim Rockford
Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:20 pm to Jim Rockford
Would love to have more land but with considering kids, schools, and proximity to social activities our subdivision is the best fit for this time in our lives. I feel like I spend most of my days in the car as it is, can't imagine if we lived more rural in order to have more land. Within ten miles we have multiple stores, all my kids' schools, a lake, museum, restaurants, hospital, big box stores, warehouse, river, parks, movie, etc.
My parents have a nice property but it is rural, far away from EVERYTHING. They have to drive three hours for doctors appointments, half an hour for groceries, they have crappy internet/cell phone coverage. They spend A LOT of time driving places and they have to plan everything out, even down to buying milk. Getting to places and things are such productions.
My parents have a nice property but it is rural, far away from EVERYTHING. They have to drive three hours for doctors appointments, half an hour for groceries, they have crappy internet/cell phone coverage. They spend A LOT of time driving places and they have to plan everything out, even down to buying milk. Getting to places and things are such productions.
This post was edited on 7/14/18 at 5:21 pm
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Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:29 pm to Jim Rockford
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For a 30 minute longer commute you could find some acreage that would give you a little privacy.
I live in DC, you can't have that level of "privacy" unless you're willing to live with a two hour commute.
My 16th floor condo does have a pretty sweet view though, and eventually you just get used to the fact that if you can hear your neighbors playing music loudly late at night, you shouldn't complain because they're just trying to hide the sex noises.
That said, I do enjoy the fact that I can walk to work, have access to world-class services, there's virtually no crime, and anyone who makes 100k is poor.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:31 pm to Jim Rockford
You’re seriously out of touch with reality. Nothing what you said is remotely true.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:34 pm to Volvagia
I grew up I never a subdivision, it was awesome. Kids playing from dawn to dusk, friendly faces and close to some baseball parks. I wouldn't have traded it for anything
Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:39 pm to TigerTatorTots
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That DOES NOT include the extra driving to social things with friends, run errands, etc.
Imagine how much it would suck if you couldn't easily take an Uber to and from a social outing with a SO and/or friends cause everyone wanted to be able to drink.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:46 pm to lsunurse
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Imagine how much it would suck if you couldn't easily take an Uber
Exactly this. I have a car but honestly don't need one.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 5:53 pm to foshizzle
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I have a car but honestly don't need one.
I def need my car. PHX metro area is soooo sprawled out. Even just getting around Scottsdale you still need a car. But...everything you need is still a short ride away. I don't use Uber frequently...but it is a great option to have if I decide to drink more than I normally do at happy hour with girlfriends.
I get some people love country living and all the land and privacy and quiet. But it would just drive me crazy. I couldn't imagine having to drive more than a couple minutes to go grocery shopping. Or make a special trip "into town" for doctors or dental appointments. To each their own though.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 6:03 pm to lsunurse
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PHX metro area is soooo sprawled out. Even just getting around Scottsdale you still need a car.
Agreed, I've been there and while it's much better than BR it isn't urban enough that you can just do without.
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Or make a special trip "into town" for doctors or dental appointments.
Also agreed. My dentist is in the same building where I work, I just take the elevator to his floor. Honestly, I could take the stairs but I'm lazy.
I live about 3/4 of a mile from the office along the Orange Line corridor in Arlington VA, really a car just gives me more options but it isn't a necessity at all. And hearing "Taps" at night at Arlington Cemetery is nice.
Urban density has lots going for it, it just isn't private at all.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 6:22 pm to Jim Rockford
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For a 30 minute longer commute
That’s an hour a day. If you add that up over a year, only counting a five-day work week, that’s 260 hours a year. Or almost 11 days extra per year driving.
Maybe some people value time over having land?
Personally, I think being even 30 minutes outside of a city to be awful. But that’s just my personal opinion. There’s really no wrong answer.
This post was edited on 7/14/18 at 6:24 pm
Posted on 7/14/18 at 6:30 pm to Jim Rockford
Suburbs have no charms to soothe the restless dreams of youth, but middle-age people love them.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 6:34 pm to wareaglepete
-Geddy
Posted on 7/14/18 at 6:57 pm to Volvagia
If every poster really accepted volvagias statement about perspective and points of view we could have peace in the valley.
Its heartening that some posters get it.
Its heartening that some posters get it.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 8:13 pm to Jim Rockford
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Having lived in rural areas practically all my life, the idea of these places makes my skin crawl. It's one thing if you have to make a compromise, but a lot of people seek them out when they could make other arrangements. For a 30 minute longer commute you could find some acreage that would give you a little privacy.
Because a house with multiple acres here is 1hr+ commute
This post was edited on 7/14/18 at 8:14 pm
Posted on 7/14/18 at 8:26 pm to RogerTheShrubber
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I grew up I never a subdivision, it was awesome. Kids playing from dawn to dusk, friendly faces and close to some baseball parks. I wouldn't have traded it for anything
I grew up on 100 acres, four wheeler, dirt bike, hunting out my back door, etc. I'm sure both have their benefits, but I was never deprived of having friends over or trips to the baseball park.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 8:37 pm to Jim Rockford
I tried country living, but I got tired of hiking half a mile through the woods in the dark to peep in my neighbors windows.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 8:38 pm to Jim Rockford
I love my subdivision and love my suburb. There’s a sonic nearby too.
Posted on 7/14/18 at 8:39 pm to Jim Rockford
Wife likes them. I’d rather land, but I guess I’m whipped.
Posted on 7/15/18 at 6:35 am to Volvagia
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You just have to realize that your perspective and preferences don’t define the human condition.
True, but that's because most people aren't as smart as I am.
Posted on 7/15/18 at 8:37 am to EA6B
I like restrictions and standards that keep my property value up. I don't need to live next to people who store their boats and RV's in their driveways or hang trawls out to dry next to their crab traps. I like having a yard the size of a postage stamp. Zero lot line. That's just me. I don't expect everyone to like what I like. How boring would life be if we all liked the same thing. Glad you like your privacy and huge property. Just not for me. Thanks.
Posted on 7/15/18 at 8:40 am to Popths
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. I don't need to live next to people who store their boats and RV's in their driveways or hang trawls out to dry next to their crab traps.
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I don't expect everyone to like what I like.
But you expect everyone to have to conform to what you like?
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