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Ezekiel Miller housing

Cost of living reality check -Groton

Hi all, You can expect to pay around $1,179 for rent here. Rent is about $1,179/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 18.4%, which is higher than I expected. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

Pros:
- Friendly people
- Low crime in most areas
- Easy commute
- Lots of new development

Cons:
- Sprawl everywhere
- Limited dining options
- High property taxes
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Limited cultural events
What do you all think? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Caroline Bennett
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in North. It's excellent for what you get.

Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in consulting. If you're in engineering you might struggle.

People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: average. Tons of options if you like Korean.

Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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