What can I expect from..?

Question

I've lived in a rural area for most of my life (farm animals, 4 acres of land, not many neighbors, dirt road, etc.) ..

and my parents are thinking about moving us into the suburbs.

What can I expect from having a neighbors, and having a small yard, among other things, and..

what are pro's and cons of living in a suburban neighborhood?

Answers are much appreciated!

Answer 1

the lawn will be easier to mow, youll be able to hear the neighbors fight, you can use the curtains on the windows

Answer 2

I used to go to rural communities in the summers to stay with grandparents and loved being there. Suburban life is okay. You have things closeby to do. If you have good neighbors, they might have kids your age to hang out with. The people there might be interested in your experience living in a rural community or you might meet others from rural areas. While you cannot keep animals like you can on 5 acres, you can still have family pets. Even a small yard can be nice. You can have a little garden and nice flowers. My parents both grew up in rural areas. In the suburbs, they keep a beautiful yard and garden, complete with a hunting dog who is spoiled rotten.

Answer 3

I grew up in the suburbs and now live on 7 acres. The best part of living in a rural area is the lack of light pollution, you get to see the stars much clearer. I love to garden, and I have lots of room to plant flowers and flower bulbs now.

If your parents are actually talking suburban rather than urban (inner city), it should be a bit of a change but not as much as if it were to be urban.

A housing development means you have neighbors if you run out of eggs or milk or get locked out of your home unexpectedly. There is someone who can usually accept packages for you from UPS, etc. You will have possibly people your own age to socialize with who live closer than near the farm.

The downside is that you won't be able to skinnydip unless you have a privacy fence around your pool.

Answer 4

Hun, I moved from the backwoods of Alabama, to the inner city of Charleston SC. Now that isn't even a big city and I was still in shock. It is very difficult to make this kind of transition. It also depends on how old you are. Adults have the capability, car, money, etc etc to see what's around and explore. As a kid the best way to get through it, is to try and make as many friends as you can. Either way, make the best of what you got. Also try to incorporate your old home at your new. When I moved, I went from 10 acres, to a 6 x 6 concrete balcony. I bought fake grass and put it out there, along with pictures and decorations that reminded me of home. You'll never know where you're going unless you know where you've been. Never lose your roots!

Answer 5

When my parents got divorced, my mom moved into the city. It takes time to adjust to. There isn't as much space and sometimes you feel like there is nowhere you can go to get away. There are advantages though! You are closer to restaurants, shops, and anything you could need. There is also always something to do and more people around. I'm not sure how old you are, but if or when you are driving you will love the money you save on gas!

Answer 6

It's nice to have neighbors. They help each other out in times of need. You always have people around to invite to your parties. You feel as if you are part of a community bigger than yourself.

You will be closer to areas that have more diverse activities. It will give you an opportunity to expand your mind and meet people who are different than you.

The con is that with all the good, also comes the bad. The more people you have around, the more likely you are to be negatively influenced, in many ways.

Answer 7

You can expect new experiences! Else, expect nothing, and embrace everything with the confidence of who you are. Just like "down on the farm", sometimes you'll have to scoop the poop, and other times you'll be picking flowers. Enjoy your new journey, and the knowledge you will gain to make the best choices for yourself later.
One of my favorite sayings is "Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much"...it's a lifestyle that goes anywhere you do--Have fun in your new place!

Answer 8

There are more people and business for your family to be close to, for perscriptions,shopping,etc. Its closer to more happening places, like cities. You'll probaly make new and more friends, and learn streets smarts. The schools are well monitored and there is more diversity in the suburbs. Good Luck! And don't be too trusting. Lock up your outside belongings in a shed or garage. If you can't afford a security system, invest in a motion detected spot light, or a dog.

Answer 9

Same situation myself...only grew up on a ranch...I have always been an anti-farm kid. Living in the quiet part of a large city I find is not too bad. You will find there is a lot more to do and a lot less travel to do it...and as much as people say it is more expensive, it is really cheaper! Have fun, you will meet alot of interesting people.

Answer 10

Tell them "DON'T do it" ! I would love to live the peaceful quiet life on a farm. You all are going to have culture shock & not like all the noise if your used to quiet. I have neighbors with parties & loud music on both sides & now a days the culture is like that.

Answer 11

Well, having lived in both situations, I can give you a pretty good idea, I think.

Pros: few bugs, access to amenities like shopping, safety in numbers, street lights, the ice cream lady, very little yard maintenance, no crickets chirping

Cons: children screaming in the street, children in your yard, dogs barking, dogs in your yard, cars going by, idiots on ATVs, people parking infront of your house

Hope this helps!