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Delilah Walker
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First time home buyer in Norwalk
Been meaning to ask this. Rent is about $2,010/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Norwalk sits at 204.6 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. With a population of 91,375, Norwalk is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development.
Pros:
- Good job market
- Growing food scene
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong sense of community
Cons:
- Far from major airports
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Homelessness issues downtown
Thoughts? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
Pros:
- Good job market
- Growing food scene
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong sense of community
Cons:
- Far from major airports
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Homelessness issues downtown
Thoughts? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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