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The good and bad of living in Manchester

Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 1 years and The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $897/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Let me know your thoughts. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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kennedy_rider
I've lived in Downtown for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Diverse dining options
- The traffic scene is hit or miss

The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Far from beaches/mountains

Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Evan Cook
exactly what I was thinking
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