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Anyone else love living in Boston?

Curious what people think. I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $94,755, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Eliana Smith
this is the way
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Leo Sanders
Public transit is challenging here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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Andrew Hughes
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.

I've been in West for 4 years. Moved from Houston for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:

**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.

**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.

**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.

**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. West schools are underrated. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.

**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Urban sprawl is real. Road conditions need improvement. And cultural scene can be frustrating.

**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 8/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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