Doozinbrah Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 My wife and I will be moving there in Sept. or Oct. Anyone have any suggestions on good areas to move, schools, and or a different area (i.e. Williamsburg or Hampton). Thanks in advance:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsFTW Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Originally posted by Doozinbrah My wife and I will be moving there in Sept. or Oct. Anyone have any suggestions on good areas to move, schools, and or a different area (i.e. Williamsburg or Hampton). Thanks in advance:) I lived there about 20 years ago. There are a lot of areas you want to avoid living, like near the shipyard, but I really have no idea how the different areas are there now. I know it has changed a lot. My parents own a house up by the Air Force Base in a pretty good neighborhood. You'll probably be best off looking around first. It will depend where you work and if you don't mind driving far. Until about a year ago I lived in Chesapeake but I only had to drive to Norfolk everyday. Cheasapeake is nice but too far for you probably. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeorama Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 I live in Hampton and have for all of my life. Once I get to work, I'll write a little more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nighthawk Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 It's been almost 20 years since I lived in the Hampton Roads area but just like most places in this country, everywhere has it's good and bad areas. My suggestions would be to contact a local Real Estate agent and talk to them about what you want and they can help you. They know what are the good areas and what are the good schools. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dahurt002 Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 I've lived in Hampton for 20 years and I think Hampton is a nice place to live, Newport News ain't bad but stay away form downtown Newport News aka (Bad Newz). As far as High schools, PHOEBUS is the Best- Rock the BLUE & GOLD (just joking) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeorama Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Originally posted by Doozinbrah My wife and I will be moving there in Sept. or Oct. Anyone have any suggestions on good areas to move, schools, and or a different area (i.e. Williamsburg or Hampton). Thanks in advance:) I would ask you first, what are you looking for in the area? Price range, neighborhood, schools ect... I've worked in Newport News' school system and currently work in Hampton's so I know both areas well. In general, I prefer Hampton, it's not as congested and doesn't have as many really bad areas. (both, as anywhere, have their spots.) If you are rolling in money, you should check out York County and Poquoson. Give me a little more info and I'll be glad to help you. A family friend is a very highly regarded real estate agent as well, she has helped us with both of our home purchases. I can give you some contact info as well if you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doozinbrah Posted May 10, 2005 Author Share Posted May 10, 2005 That would be great Im looking at renting probably 3 bedroom under 1500 a month. I have been told to go to Poquoson because it is nice and not that expensive. Schools are important but we are looking more towards a private school in Norfolk that my child attends now.But, I really am just looking for a safe(low crime area) at a decent price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riggins44 Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Originally posted by Doozinbrah That would be great Im looking at renting probably 3 bedroom under 1500 a month. I have been told to go to Poquoson because it is nice and not that expensive. Schools are important but we are looking more towards a private school in Norfolk that my child attends now.But, I really am just looking for a safe(low crime area) at a decent price. I was born and raised in Poquoson, which now live just across the border in York County (Tabb Section). Poquoson and Tabb section of York County are extremely safe. The Sheriff of York/Poquoson is a guy that I grew up with and we graduated together. PM me and can help you in many ways. If you need the name of a good real estate agent, I know several. York County may be a little cheaper than Poquoson. Like Code, have been raised in the area all my life. Between the two of us...you might want to talk to someone else! :laugh: Are you opening an art gallery over here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeorama Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Originally posted by Doozinbrah That would be great Im looking at renting probably 3 bedroom under 1500 a month. I have been told to go to Poquoson because it is nice and not that expensive. Schools are important but we are looking more towards a private school in Norfolk that my child attends now.But, I really am just looking for a safe(low crime area) at a decent price. Definately talk to riggins44 about York co and Poquoson, he's a great guy. As for Hampton, there's alot of places that are safe and good areas with good schools, but there are also some rough spots. PM me if you want any specifics. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riggins44 Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Doozinbrah, between Code and myself...you're in great hands. If we get you in any trouble with your wife, we will disavow any association with you and this thread will self destruct..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeorama Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Originally posted by riggins44 Doozinbrah, between Code and myself...you're in great hands. If we get you in any trouble with your wife, we will disavow any association with you and this thread will self destruct..... I concur...:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Washington Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 you live in va beach and know nothing about nn or hampton? :doh: my peeps livin in kiln creek in NN. maybe you should try movin there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doozinbrah Posted May 10, 2005 Author Share Posted May 10, 2005 Cool thanks for all the info......I wont be moving till the Fall( Sept-Nov.) But, once we get more serious about it I will definately pm you guys. As for not knowing about NN or Hamton Ive never had any reason to go there except for maybe the occasional concert. But, I am pretty excited about moving there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doozinbrah Posted June 18, 2005 Author Share Posted June 18, 2005 Update, we found a place in Hampton. Its called Lake Ridge Apartments. Its fairly new and really nice. We wont be moving until Sept. so I wont be out that way tilll then. We will all have to hang out sometime and catch a game together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riggins44 Posted June 18, 2005 Share Posted June 18, 2005 Originally posted by Doozinbrah Update, we found a place in Hampton. Its called Lake Ridge Apartments. Its fairly new and really nice. We wont be moving until Sept. so I wont be out that way tilll then. We will all have to hang out sometime and catch a game together. We'll have to work something out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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