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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Luna S.

Is public transit usable in Newton?

Hey, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -Newton sits at 55.3 per 100K. Homes are going for about $1,202,500 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's...

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native_kayden55

How much do you pay for rent in Newton?

Hello, Median household income is $184,989, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Reagan M.

Job market in Newton for tech?

Household incomes average around $184,989 in Newton. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Worth the trade-offs? The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be ...

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Miles Anderson

Unpopular opinion about Newton

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. Would love some local perspective.

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Oliver Brown

Internet providers in Newton?

I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $1,202,500 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Joyce F.

Grocery stores in Newton -recommendations?

Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Alice W.

Best things about Newton that nobody talks about

As a 9-year resident, here are some things about Newton that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. Several hidden gem restaurants that rival big city food 3. Cost of living is way better than people think Happy to answer questions.

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Jose

Best industries in Newton right now

We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $184,989 in Newton. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the...

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Joyce F.

Moving to Newton with kids -good idea?

So, The median home value here is around $1,202,500, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd s...

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Henry Patel

Couple moving to Newton from out of state

Longtime lurker here, What would you do? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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native_kayden55

Things that make Newton unique

Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Is this normal for Newton? Night life i...

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Aurora D.

Best restaurants in Newton?

Been living here since 2010. Household incomes average around $184,989 in Newton. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal ...

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Xavier

Is Newton walkable?

So, My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider -Newton sits at 55.3 per 100K. The median home value here is around $1,202,500, which is pretty steep. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Does this match your experience? It's changing fast -some good, some ...

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Reagan M.

Rent vs buy in Newton -what makes sense?

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 88,504, Newton is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $2,388 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are w...

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Diana M.

What Newton does better than anywhere else

I'm originally from Orlando and It's a a smaller city city with about 88,504 people. With a population of 88,504, Newton is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,388/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Thou...

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Sofia Ramos

Newton quality of life -am I missing something?

I'm a 50-year-old project manager and The median home value here is around $1,202,500, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $2,388/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some gett...

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Miles Anderson

What's it really like living in Newton?

First post here. I'm a 50-year-old mechanic and Median household income is $184,989, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Appreciate any input.

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Alice W.

Working remotely from Newton — my experience

I've been working remotely from Newton for 3 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: Decent, getting better with new providers Cow...

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Sophia Morales

How much do you pay for rent in Newton?

I'm a 41-year-old project manager and Homes are going for about $1,202,500 on average. Household incomes average around $184,989 in Newton. You can expect to pay around $2,388 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and...

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Everly Sanders

Best apartments in Newton under ?

Hi all, It's a a smaller city city with about 88,504 people. The median home value here is around $1,202,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 88,504, Newton is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,388/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The fo...

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James R.

Newton quality of life -am I missing something?

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $184,989 in Newton. Homes are going for about $1,202,500 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you ge...

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Everly Sanders

Thinking about relocating to Newton from Chicago

First post here. I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a...

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Gabriella Ward

Dog-friendly places in Newton?

OK so We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $1,202,500 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Sophie Ortiz

Things that make Newton unique

OK so With a population of 88,504, Newton is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Oliver Brown

Job market in Newton for tech?

Anyone else feel this way? Median household income is $184,989, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $1,202,500, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Ther...

5 replies 1 upvotes jobs
Zoey Price

Honest thoughts on life in Newton

Curious what people think. I relocated for work and Rent is about $2,388/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? Any help is appreciated. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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native_kayden55

Day-to-day life in Newton, MA

Been meaning to ask this. Rent is about $2,388/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you su...

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