THE GOOD ...
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Topic: THE GOOD ...
Posted By: Guests
Subject: THE GOOD ...
Date Posted: Dec 04 2008 at 10:41am
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Okay, so we all have our complaints and stories about living in parkchester... especially me... ha!
reading all these dismal postings, let's discuss what we do like about living in parkchester. Many of us have lived here for years and though we complain, we are still here. There's a reason for that.
For example, as much as I complain, I love my apt b/c i have a pretty nice view of the sunrise from my bedroom and a nice big window in my living room that allows me to daydream when the sun is setting.
I also have pretty cool neighbors. I can be noisy and no one bothers me nor are in my business. It's worth alot. I have peace in my home.
I have everything closeby. I dont really need a car. There are some pretty cool places in the area - good eateries and a few jazz spots all in walking distance. When i want to take a walk without having to jump on the train, i stroll through the shopping area, we have a movie theater that's small and quaint on an off night... the oval is a cool spot to sit and chill on a nice day...
how about you? what do you like about living in parkchester?
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: Dec 04 2008 at 4:29pm
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Parkchester IS relatively safe.
People that emphatically harp on Parkchester as unsafe obviously haven't been to muchless lived in truly grimier neighborhoods all throughout the five boroughs.
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: Dec 12 2008 at 1:31pm
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and one other good thing.... WE HAVE HEAT!
They are really good with the heat during the winter. if i had issues with that, i'd leave immediately. Cannot bear a cold home.
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Posted By: jorechio
Date Posted: Dec 18 2008 at 4:10pm
Your question is, What I like about Parkchester?
My answer is, EVERYTHING!
There isn't much to complain about when you come to realize no where is perfect.
If you compare Parkchester to any other major residential developments in New York City, like Co-op City, here in the Bronx, Starrett City, in Brooklyn, and Fordham Hills, also here in the Bronx, Parkchester wins, hands down.
One may complain about the parking but if you consider the garages in Parkchester as an option, you'll find parking to not be such an issue. Yes, it is understood, the parking rates are a bit high but when compared to other places, it is the going price.
All mentioned above is just a matter of opinion and yes, Parkchester works for me, but that doesn't mean it is for everyone, nor does it mean that Parkchester is perfect. You have to know what you are looking for and find a place to call home based upon your needs and wishes.
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: Dec 19 2008 at 10:48am
Originally posted by jorechio
Your question is, What I like about Parkchester?
My answer is, EVERYTHING!
There isn't much to complain about when you come to realize no where is perfect.
If you compare Parkchester to any other major residential developments in New York City, like Co-op City, here in the Bronx, Starrett City, in Brooklyn, and Fordham Hills, also here in the Bronx, Parkchester wins, hands down.
One may complain about the parking but if you consider the garages in Parkchester as an option, you'll find parking to not be such an issue. Yes, it is understood, the parking rates are a bit high but when compared to other places, it is the going price.
All mentioned above is just a matter of opinion and yes, Parkchester works for me, but that doesn't mean it is for everyone, nor does it mean that Parkchester is perfect. You have to know what you are looking for and find a place to call home based upon your needs and wishes.
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Appreciate your cohesive and intelligent response ... especially the part where you write ".... no where is perfect." (People need to wake up to this FACT)
But I have to disagree with you on one point. Starrett City in Brooklyn is VERY, VERY, VERY nice. I wouldn't agree Parkchester is a better. A tie perhaps. I have relatives there I visit often. Man, to tell the truth I might even have to tip my hat toward Starrett City when I really think about it  .
One more thing: I agree Parkchester is a top-notch place to live, especially for working class people who expect decency, sufficient stores, amenities, a neighborly feel and relatively safe place to live.
Myself, I'm very content with living in Parkchester.
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: Dec 22 2008 at 8:44am
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Other than the music series at Uno, can you tell me what jazz spots are close by?
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: Dec 22 2008 at 2:43pm
Willie's Steak House is very-well rated and feartures live jazz.
Read a review here:
https://insideparkchester.blogspot.com/2008/05/zagat-cites-parkchesters-willies-steak.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow - https://insideparkchester.blogspot.com/2008/05/zagat-cites-parkchesters-willies-steak.html
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Posted By: rayparkerjrluvr
Date Posted: Jan 11 2009 at 10:05pm
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Nice twist for when ppl complain: speak about the exact opposite! Good suggestion.
I like the way it looks around here and the fact that everything is right here in this big community.
If you are not a person who like to travel out too much like the older people I know, this is the place for you. Even me, because sometime I just want to run downstairs instead of travel to get items, you know?
When I hit that subway, usually it is to visit someone else or go to work. Nothing else really because whatever I need, I find it in Parkchester!
That is the sweet part!
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Posted By: movingout2013
Date Posted: Feb 19 2013 at 3:20pm
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I liked it for 10 years.....until Feb. 2013 when they decided to harass me with Security ringing my doorbell unannounced and I haven't done a damn thing wrong. Been a loyal, responsible tenant for a frickin decade and now they want to give me trouble. f**k those bitches.
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