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Savannah S. moving

Considering Boca Raton vs Boston -help me decide

Random thought, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $2,334 for rent here. With a population of 98,833, Boca Raton is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $660,100 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Thomas Miller
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The food scene is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Serenity H.
been saying this for years
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