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What New York is like for active adults

Even if you haven’t ever visited the Big Apple you probably have an idea what it’s like from movies and TV shows. New York, New York is a great retirement community if love culture and a bustling scene.

New York City (8,000,000 people) is made up of 5 boroughs, plus suburbs. Manhattan is of course the most famous and the most expensive borough. For proximity to more cultural and social activities than a person could do in a lifetime – New York is THE place. Adults use NYC as a retirement community, full or part-time, either because they lived here while working, or because they moved here for the experience. One advantage is not needing a car in Manhattan. The buses and subways and mass transit are great, walking is always an option, and taxis abound (at least when it’s not raining). For someone from a small town, it will take a few days to feel comfortable amidst the noise and bustle. The city has never been safer, its crime rate low.

Social services are strong, For many active adults, living at New York City is all about the rich cultural environment. New Yorkers are informed, they share their opinions, and they are active. It is the thinking retiree’s version of paradise. On the downside New York,, and particularly Manhattan, is ultra expensive.

There are plenty of independent and assisted living facilities. Some naturally occurring retirement communities (NORCs) in New York include Bay Ridge (Brooklyn) where 1 bedroom apartments can start at $250k. Forest Hills (Brooklyn) is pricier and nicer. Tudor City is in Manhattan and also a NORC. Apartments less than $500,000 are scarce. The median selling price in late 2009 in the NY Metro was $389,100. Some active adults might consider a small studio apartment.residence as a part-time residence in the city. There are some cooperative hotels – when you are not living there you can rent it out. For profiles on over 450 cities and towns go to reviews of the best retirement communities

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What is special about this retirement community

• Being in the center of the universe • Non-stop culture – Broadway, lectures, dance, opera, music • New York’s parks are magnificent • Mass transit – no need for a car • Restaurants for every taste and budget – never eat in the same place twice • • Diversity • Everybody is a philosopher

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What is not special about this retirement community

• New York City, particularly Manhattan, is expensive • Have to like to live in a big, sometimes smelly city • Summers are hot and oppressive Golf is very poor in Manhattan

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What kinds of people like retiring here

People who like to think, talk, walk, go out, and eat, live an exciting life. Use this link for a page that explains the various types of retirement communities. For more information about how to retire in New York

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Local economy is driven by

Bib business, tourism, hospitality, you name it

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Climate and Physical Environment

New York City is situated on the flat Atlantic Coast of New York. Manhattan is an island surrounded by the East River and the Hudson River. There are many waterways and inlets in the area. For a review of the college town of Ithaca

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Cultural environment

No need to comment here – the Big Apple is the apex of American culture

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Medical facilities

Choose from some of the most famous medical facilities in the world.

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Transportation

4 big international airports are a short cab ride away. The subways are noisy but reliable and fast. Busses are everywhere. This is one city in America where a car is a definite liability

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Facts about NEW YORK

State: NY
Environment: Urban,College Town,Coastal,
City Population: 100,001+
Median age of Population: 25-44
Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
Average Home Price (MLS): $500,001+
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: NA
Total Crime Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
Cost of Living Index: 121+ (very high)
Culture Index: 121+ (very high)
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Income Tax: Yes
Name of the Guide: jb

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