Boooo to astoria. Biking to/from is OK, but not as convenient as most parts of brooklyn (more bridges).
I hung out at a huge apt in Park Slope after the prospect park races and it made me want to cry it was so cheap.Not rent controlled either, organic groceries nearby, and only a 35 minute ride to the city.
I live in morningside heights and rent in my shoebox makes me want to slit my wrists. I 'm thinking about moving 40 blocks or so uptown into Harlem. Lots of stuff to do, big spaces, decent rent, and hipster culture isn't dominant.