One of the more daunting possibilities when taking the step from urban to suburban living is switching to a car-dependent lifestyle. Between shopping for the car itself, the car insurance, and the upkeep, it can be a real drawback for those who are accustomed to a highly walkable, no-car life. Luckily there are some great […]
Moving, in general, is stressful. Add making new friends into the mix and it can be downright daunting. Who has time (or the desire) for adult play-dates, awkward conversations, and, if it doesn’t work out, wondering if it was something you said? However, finding the right friends in your new neighborhood can make your big […]
Located in Essex County New Jersey, Millburn/Short Hills is one of the better-known and most established NJ suburbs. Short Hills is an unincorporated community within the larger town of Millburn where they share a school district. Millburn proper is made up of a few walkable residential neighborhoods with a fairly broad range of real estate […]
As one of the towns right on the Midtown Direct NJ Transit line, Summit is one of the top choices for NYC transplants. What is it about Summit that has people flocking to it? Check out our list for a few ideas! A commuter’s dream. With a train station conveniently located in the heart of […]
One of the biggest, if not the biggest, factors in considering a suburban relocation for your family is the length of commute. Most people want to spend the least amount of time commuting as possible, but there are major benefits to exploring towns a bit farther down the train line. In New Jersey, Berkeley Heights […]
There comes a time in every relationship when suddenly everything just jives. A time when you settle into one another and your lives become one fluid and seamless dance. You finish each other’s sentences, you frequent your beloved spots, you enjoy stress-free double dates with your favorite couple knowing that your babysitters are tried and […]
A city lifestyle has a lot to offer kids – museums, playgrounds, well-maintained public spaces, and even the ability to get around independently via public transportation! But the truth is, a lot of people do leave the city for their kids. The suburbs offer much more space, safe, close-knit communities, and great public schools while […]
Adventure Starts in the Suburban Garage! Between the street parking dance and the overpriced garages (with waiting lists) many city dwellers reach their limit and look beyond the city for alternatives. For one family, it was the proverbial straw that broke the camel’s back. The suburban garage can mean so much more than just a […]
We are thrilled to launch a new series call: NYC Commuter Snapshots! In this and subsequent posts, we get to hear from real-life commuters who will share their commuting ups and downs. If you have any questions be sure to reach out to us – join our community and schedule your suburban success call. Don’t […]
Shared spaces are a fact of life in the city and there are many benefits to having access to shared public spaces. It’s nice to go out for a walk in the park and see other people or have other kids on playgrounds for your kids to make friends with. It’s fun to dine al […]
I’ll be honest, at first, I wasn’t keen on moving out to the suburbs. But my parents assured me that it was what was best for the family. “We’ll have a yard and you’ll have plenty of space to run around,” they said. They even promised that I’d meet lots of new friends to play […]
Sure, cities may have an edge when it comes to a walking lifestyle, but when we think of staying active with athletics, the suburbs can’t be beat! Grassy open fields, all-weather arenas, venues for all kinds of specialty sports, and studios for everything from yoga to ballet to martial arts. It’s an active kid’s paradise, […]
With a few of our curated community tours on the very near horizon, we wanted to hop up onto our soapbox to tell you why joining one of these tours is a great idea. Whether you’re currently on the fence about making the transition from city to the suburbs or you’ve already decided you need […]
Hi and welcome to From City To! My name is Jennifer Ross and I’m the founder and Head Community Ambassador. I’m thrilled to introduce From City To and welcome you. Over the past several years I have organized and hosted dozens of events across New York City entitled #FromNYCtoWestchesterLiving – “City or Suburbs?” I’ve spoken […]
The prospect of giving up the life you’ve built in the city can be disheartening. You’ve spent years or maybe even decades getting into a comfortable routine – a favorite grocery store, workout spots, restaurants, parks and activities, and maybe the most difficult to give up, your friendships. There are two major pieces of good […]
From City To is thrilled to bring you our latest blogging collaboration with humor writer, Dan Bova. We hope you enjoy his From City To humor as much as we do. Currently Dan is a producer at The Alec Baldwin Show and editorial director of digital content at Entrepreneur.com. He previously worked at Jimmy Kimmel Live, Maxim […]
They say, “it’s what’s on the inside that counts.” And while that might be true for finding your dream partner, it’s certainly not the case for finding your dream home. If I asked you to tell me about your dream house, I bet you could paint me the perfect picture – from the style of […]
Sipiwe Moyo is an actor (catch her on the new season of Orange Is the New Black on Netflix July 26) and mom of a toddler who moved to Maplewood in December 2016. Find out more about Sipiwe on her website and get social with her on Instagram and Twitter @sipiwenyc Where did you move […]
Where did you move from? We moved to Summit in 2015 from Cobble Hill Brooklyn, NY. My husband and I are both transplants to the Northeast. He is originally from Argentina and I am from Indiana. What were a couple of your deciding factors for moving to the suburbs? Babies, we just kept having them! […]
Where did you move from? Brooklyn What were a couple of your deciding factors for moving to the suburbs? A couple? Ha! We wanted an affordable home that gave us the space we needed + culture, walkability, diversity, good schools, and a less-than-45-min train ride to NYC. Montclair checked all the boxes somehow! What made […]
Don’t learn these the hard way I typically don’t like negative surprises & I’m assuming you don’t either. The best way to avoid these surprises is to educate yourself on the moving process so you know the timeline and expectations. Let’s not mince words – moving is a big deal. Buying a new home in […]
Our Approach: Discover | Research | Tour / Move > HOME Step 1: DISCOVER I was born and raised in Westchester County NY. My husband was born and raised in New Jersey. Together we have lived in Manhattan & Westchester. My husband has worked for many years all over Fairfield County – and we have […]
Discover | Research | Tour / Move => HOME You are methodical. You are determined. As you embark on this new chapter in your life you fully appreciate that the stakes are a little higher. Success is your only option. You’ve spent time discovering and identifying new communities across the suburbs of New York […]
Discover | Research | Tour / Move => HOME You are on your way. You are likely experiencing some nervous apprehension but the excitement of a new lifestyle, community and home to meet the needs of your evolving life drive you forward with eagerness & joy. You’ve taken the time to Discover the […]
I loved living in New York City on Thanksgiving. Though I had to be with my family in CT for the actual meal, every year I’d delay my exodus until late Thursday morning so I could spend Wednesday night with my friends in a dive bar, lamenting our family dynamics and the train rides we’d […]
By Stacey Pfeffer I thought I’d be a city dweller forever. It took some serious pleading from my husband plus the addition of a second baby with limited space in our two-bedroom apartment to even get me to consider a move to the suburbs. Heck, I hadn’t driven a car in more than 15 years […]
It didn’t take long to turn the page on 2018 and just like that be back into the regular groove. The holiday season is out of view, decorations have been stored for next year and new ideas and plans are being laid and prepared to have a successful 2019! Early read is the Suburban Real Estate Market […]
Maplewood NJ was recently named one of the 24 “coolest suburbs in America” in 2019. There’s no doubt that Maplewood has a “cool kid” reputation even among residents of surrounding towns and it has a local reputation for being a “little Brooklyn.” So what is it about Maplewood that makes it cool enough to be […]
Chatham NJ is known locally for being a town with a lot of “lifers” – people who are born in Chatham and never leave or people who eventually make their way back to town after leaving for a short period. If you spend a day in Chatham, it’s pretty easy to see why Chatham NJ […]
When you live in the city there are a few superficial indicators that help you judge a book by its cover – someone’s clothes, shoes, bags, etc. But, when you move to the suburbs, a person’s or family’s vehicle is another form of self-expression, and usually a good indicator on who’s behind the wheel. So, […]
Part of our mission at FromCityTo… is to help you Discover new communities, towns & lifestyles you may never have considered or even knew existed. With that in mind it brings us great pleasure to shine a spotlight on Monmouth County NJ and the hamlet of Rumson. Welcome to Rumson, NJ, a NYC […]
Meet Jen. Jen lived in the city for ten years. She lived all over the city – west side, east side, uptown, downtown. She even lived in midtown (yikes). By the time Jen was five months pregnant with her first child, she knew it was time for greener pastures. Literally, she wanted the suburbs and […]
