Jojn

I purchased an apt there 3 years ago -it was what I could afford and it was a good decision. Though I think lots of improvements can be made, I generally like it. Here are some comments:

a) I don't know how much "Drug trafficking" goes on - I know some 14 year old got arrested for selling pot but that's not all that crazy!
b) I think the management needs to clean stairwells better - but courtyard is really nice!
c) There is nothing else to buy in that part of astoria- but its such an awesome area
d) you can get good rental income should you decide to rent it out
e) EVERYTHING is nearby - gyms, supermaket, great restaurants, video rental , banks, drug store etc.
f) Like any apartment your neighbors affect you - if they are pigs you may have problems with bugs etc- be sure to complain to management if this occurs and the situation will improve fore everyone.
g) more young people are buying and hopefully they will push management for further improvements - unfortunately some companies own like 30 units and rent to losers so it messes up the complex vibe.
h) you ALWAYS get a seat on the subway... priceless! - Sat Jul 12 2008, 22:17

I purchased an apt there 3 years ago -it was what I could afford and it was a good decision. Though I think lots of improvements can be made, I generally like it. Here are some comments:

a) I don't know how much "Drug trafficking" goes on - I know some 14 year old got arrested for selling pot but that's not all that crazy!
b) I think the management needs to clean stairwells better - but courtyard is really nice!
c) There is nothing else to buy in that part of astoria- but its such an awesome area
d) you can get good rental income should you decide to rent it out
e) EVERYTHING is nearby - gyms, supermaket, great restaurants, video rental , banks, drug store etc.
f) Like any apartment your neighbors affect you - if they are pigs you may have problems with bugs etc- be sure to complain to management if this occurs and the situation will improve fore everyone.
g) more young people are buying and hopefully they will push management for further improvements - unfortunately some companies own like 30 units and rent to losers so it messes up the complex vibe.
h) you ALWAYS get a seat on the subway... priceless! - Sat Jul 12 2008, 22:16