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Ava White

First time home buyer in Lynn

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $1,612/month for a decent place. Median household income is $74,715, which feels about average for the area. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech sce...

2 replies 9 upvotes housing
Sebastian T.

Dog-friendly places in Lynn?

So, Household incomes average around $74,715 in Lynn. Homes are going for about $472,600 on average. The median home value here is around $472,600, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 10.7%, which is around average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it'...

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Caroline

The good and bad of living in Lynn

Anyone else feel this way? Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Lynn sits at 492.3 per 100K. Median household income is $74,715, which feels about average for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all...

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Jose O.

Job market in Lynn for tech?

So, I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $1,612/month for a decent place.

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Caroline

What's it really like living in Lynn?

OK so Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 10.7%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Does this match your expe...

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Jeffrey G.

Dog-friendly places in Lynn?

Alright, Poverty rate is 10.7%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families th...

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Naomi

Is Lynn walkable?

I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 10.7%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not ...

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river_amelia17

What I wish I knew before living in Lynn

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,612 for rent here. Rent is about $1,612/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Prop...

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Caroline

Unpopular opinion about Lynn

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Does this match your experience? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Nig...

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Ann R.

Just moved to Lynn, any tips?

Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2007. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The...

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river_amelia17

Is Lynn still affordable?

Hi all, Rent is about $1,612/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Does this match your experience? The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

11 replies 25 upvotes housing
Sebastian T.

Anyone else love living in Lynn?

Random thought, You can expect to pay around $1,612 for rent here. Should I be concerned?

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Marilyn S.

Working remotely from Lynn — my experience

I've been working remotely from Lynn for 2 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Could be better but workable with a good provid...

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Ava White

Moving to Lynn for work -advice?

Curious what people think. My partner and I are Median household income is $74,715, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $472,600, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Lynn sits at 492....

2 replies 31 upvotes moving
Jeffrey G.

Job market in Lynn — what industries are hiring?

I'm in retail and considering a move to Lynn, MA. How's the job market there? The unemployment rate shows 3.1% which seems pretty good. But what does it actually look like on the ground? Is it easy to network and find opportunities?

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Jose O.

Rent prices in Lynn getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Lynn? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1612 for a studio which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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Kenneth M.

Relocating to Lynn, MA -pros and cons?

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $1,612 for rent here. The median home value here is around $472,600, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Aurora Garcia

Co-working spaces in Lynn?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $74,715, which feels about average for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts?

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Ann R.

Best hidden gems in Lynn

Hi all, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $472,600 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What would you do? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes ar...

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Parker Cox

Is Lynn getting better or worse?

So, I'm a 29-year-old police officer and You can expect to pay around $1,612 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? Appreciate any input. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Mackenzie P.

Anyone else love living in Lynn?

Hey folks, Household incomes average around $74,715 in Lynn. You can expect to pay around $1,612 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still ...

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Caroline

Anyone work in healthcare in Lynn?

I relocated for work and It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. Household incomes average around $74,715 in Lynn. Poverty rate is 10.7%, which is around average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say ...

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Jeffrey G.

Best areas to explore in Lynn?

I'm originally from Sacramento and Household incomes average around $74,715 in Lynn.

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Kaylee Flores

Lynn in the winter -how bad?

Longtime lurker here, The weather takes some getting used to. Would love some local perspective.

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James Ramirez

Should I move to Lynn or stay in Albuquerque?

Alright, My partner and I are Median household income is $74,715, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,612/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you suggest? ...

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Angel Ramos

Relocating to Lynn, MA -pros and cons?

OK so I'm a remote worker and With a population of 101K, Lynn is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 10.7%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,612/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some ...

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river_amelia17

Why I chose Lynn over bigger cities

Random thought, Has anyone dealt with this? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Kennedy C.

Is Lynn worth it salary-wise?

Curious what people think. Median household income is $74,715, which feels about average for the area.

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