Hey, Just moved here 10 months ago and Household incomes average around $72,220 in Chelsea. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Harper James
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Fairview. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in education. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like seafood.
No regrets on my end..
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bostonlocal2020
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Westside. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in construction. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Hailey Green
I've lived in Eastside for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Four distinct seasons
- Affordable housing options
- The traffic scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Hope this helps!.
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Levi Baker
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Tampa about 15 years ago. The main reasons were school and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Urban sprawl is real
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are pricey, gas is challenging.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Mateo G.
hard disagree but ok
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Jack W.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is nightlife. it's exactly what I was looking for. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Noah
following this thread
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Ruby Ruiz
literally same
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Valentina Martinez
This.
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fresno_henry
This.
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Melanie Gonzalez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want food scene, then yeah this place is great. But if school system matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Aiden Gomez
Bought a house here in 2020 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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