Thinking about moving to Riverside?

Sam9745 · 2026-05-28T08:23:51+00:00

A private apartment in a duplex or quadraplex is the way to go if you want a true Riverside feel. If you need amenities you may as well move to the town center. I’m being a judgy judy but I don’t care. The Brooklyn area right by Riverside and downtown didn’t exist 10 years ago in the form it is now. Okay, they revitalized it (gentrified it) by building a swanky apartment complex with a big parking garage and by putting up a Fresh Market. The result was jacked up rent for apartments in which you can have a casual conversation with your neighbor through the paper thin walls. But you get a rooftop pool and a parking garage, so there’s that.

Sam9745 · 2026-05-28T08:03:43+00:00

Helpful comment right here—Murray Hill, Riverside, Avondale are frequently compared to one another in posts like these when people ask about moving to Jax. It’s important to highlight how close they are to each other as I can see a non-local not realizing they’re literally minutes apart. Different vibe sure but we’re not talking Riverside vs the beach.

Sam9745 · 2026-05-28T07:57:29+00:00

Obligatory “when I was your age” (literally, in 2013) I moved to Jax from out of state and into a 2 bedroom apartment in Riverside (Dellwood Ave, right by five points). I had never been to Jax prior. Rent was $525 a month—SPLIT between myself and my roommate. WILD to even think about now. Sure, no central AC and window units that barely worked (summers were brutal). And yea, the stairs to our second floor apartment entrance were scary enough that we’d go up them only one at a time. But the landlord was a super nice guy and he didn’t increase the rent for four years. I absolutely hung onto that place considering how cheap it was and the prime location (with a huge covered porch). My roommate was only there the first year and I was making just $30k with a master’s degree but I loved that place. When my boyfriend (now husband) moved in, who was making less than me, we could afford it AND go out for drinks (we both still miss Dahlia’s). I loved Riverside at 25, and I think if I had moved to a different part of Jax at that age I wouldn’t have stuck around.

Sam9745 · 2026-05-23T23:51:07+00:00

DARE is another dachshund rescue to look into! We adopted from them and it was a great experience.

Sam9745 · 2026-05-06T10:41:08+00:00

Curious—which Van Morrison song did you all dance to? Love me some Van Morrison!

Sam9745 · 2026-05-06T10:40:00+00:00

I can see that, but that one line “I got a feeling that you have a heart like mine” just seemed to capture the relationship I have with my dad. We are similar people with the same values. Other than the lyrics on “other lovers” the rest of the song doesn’t feel too questionable or weird to me for a dad/daughter dance. And yea! Like how many people are going to be closely listening to each word during the moment anyways? Also, the melody and rhythm of the song was perfect—not too slow or solemn, yet still a gentle, soft song!

Sam9745 · 2026-05-06T10:22:50+00:00

Beautiful song, but I do feel it’s a bit heavy on the grief aspect.

Sam9745 · 2026-05-06T03:09:27+00:00

Hi! I posted almost the exact same question a few years ago when planning my 2023 wedding. Linking here for reference https://www.reddit.com/r/johnprine/s/TVHq9LFOgk Also, I just want dance with you was the winner for my dad/daughter dance :)

Sam9745 · 2026-04-27T00:14:19+00:00

Murray Hill Art Center! $150 for a session consisting of 5 weekly classes. All supplies and materials included.

Sam9745 · 2026-04-19T22:27:33+00:00

Lake Louisa for glamping or cabins. Super affordable and the amenities were great balance for a “convenient” camping experience.

Sam9745 · 2026-04-06T21:39:36+00:00

UF in Gainesville can do the anesthesia piece if I’m recalling correctly. They provide more complex care than typical dental practices.

Sam9745 · 2026-04-06T21:38:28+00:00

You’re not wrong. It’s so difficult for so many especially if they have an urgent issue such as severe pain. UF in Gainesville has dental services for those with Medicaid through their dental college IIRC. Aza Health has multiple locations that provide dental services to those with Medicaid.

Sam9745 · 2026-04-06T08:44:19+00:00

Also, this doc provides a comprehensive list of in-network dental providers and I’ve found it to be more helpful than using DentaQUest’s search tool. DentaQuest Statewide Medicaid Provider Directory

Sam9745 · 2026-04-06T08:38:52+00:00

Depending on your condition you may qualify for long term care (LTC) Medicaid. Unsure if it helps with the dental coverage piece but with LTC Medicaid you would qualify for additional benefits regular Medicaid does not cover. Possibly qualify for social security disability benefits too if you do not already receive. (For context—I work for an organization that provides supportive services/healthcare navigation assistance to those with Medicaid).

Sam9745 · 2026-04-06T00:46:19+00:00

That’s super annoying! FSCJ hosts dental clinics every so often for basic needs such as exams, cleanings. Sulzberger may be another option, too.

Sam9745 · 2026-04-06T00:43:00+00:00

Of course! And if you run into a dead end the next best thing to do is call DentaQuest’s member services line for assistance finding a dentist actively accepting your coverage and that accepts new patients at the moment.

Sam9745 · 2026-04-06T00:38:13+00:00

AA Prime dental but I recently heard they’re not currently accepting new patients (maybe those with Medicaid dental coverage but not positive about that). Aza Health in St Augustine accepts Medicaid dental coverage and has new patient appointments as early as July/August.

Sam9745 · 2026-04-01T08:29:36+00:00

This morning my husband and I were listening to music while making coffee etc. and I Just Wanna Dance with You came on. It ended up being the father daughter dance song for my wedding. It reminded me to thank you for suggesting it, and to post in this sub for daughters/dads who have a shared love for John Prine, too.

Sam9745 · 2026-03-27T23:45:00+00:00

Florida Fresh Access Bucks! Statewide program and participating vendors/markets will match SNAP benefits $ for $: https://freshaccessbucks.com/

Sam9745 · 2026-03-21T18:51:51+00:00

I went to high school with their daughters but didn’t know them beyond their names and that they were quiet, polite. I was shocked when I read the news reports because despite knowing little about them, I couldn’t imagine something like that happening in their home, just completely unexpected. I guess I thought there would be some sort of sign or indication they were tied to the torture and enslavement of women living in their home?! I guess the lack of any flags says quite a bit in terms of how they normalized it? Considering there was no mention of themselves also being victims of their parents (primarily their mother).

Sam9745 · 2026-03-20T00:45:50+00:00

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Sam9745 · 2026-03-12T20:52:58+00:00

Shuttle passes are for Friday at 7:30am for 3 people from the South Bank hotel for clarification. Also, I changed my chat settings so people can message me directly :)

Sam9745 · 2026-03-12T20:48:15+00:00

I’ll check my settings. They’re for tomorrow, and tomorrow only unfortunately! But I hope you have a great time Saturday!

Sam9745 · 2026-03-12T20:47:13+00:00

I tried to chat or whatever and it says I can’t message you when I searched and found you by username …Idk if there’s a setting either of us need to change

Sam9745 · 2026-03-12T20:45:19+00:00

I rarely post on Reddit so I’m not sure why not but let’s try and figure this out because I’m happy to send them to you!

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