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35 discussions from residents and visitors

bostonlocal2024

Best hidden gems in Peabody

So, It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thoughts? The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Jose Kim

Housing in Peabody compared to Phoenix

Hey, With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of ...

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Delilah Sanders

Is Peabody a good place to live?

Hello, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $95,278 in Peabody. You can expect to pay around $1,902 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. Rent is about $1,902/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather...

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Ellie

Things that make Peabody unique

Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Peabody sits at 231.6 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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Eliana Bailey

Housing in Peabody compared to Cleveland

Curious what people think. We have two kids and Median household income is $95,278, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $566,200, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spo...

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Emmett N.

What surprised you most about Peabody?

So, My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider -Peabody sits at 231.6 per 100K. Rent is about $1,902/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 5.1%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. The median home value here is around $566,200, which is pretty ...

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Arthur J.

Unpopular opinion about Peabody

Random thought, I've been here for 5 years and Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Greyson W.

Is it worth buying in Peabody?

There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Peabody?

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Ezekiel Gonzalez

Rent vs buy in Peabody -what makes sense?

The median home value here is around $566,200, which is pretty steep. With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do? Appreciate any input.

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Nora Torres

Raising a family in Peabody -thoughts?

Random thought, Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $566,200, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,902 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50...

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Leonardo Baker

Grocery stores in Peabody -recommendations?

Longtime lurker here, I'm single, late 30s, and Crime rate is something to consider -Peabody sits at 231.6 per 100K. With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,902 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $...

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Ella

Moving to Peabody -what should I know?

Hey, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $95,278 in Peabody. Crime rate is something to consider -Peabody sits at 231.6 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What are your go-to spots? People here ...

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Lawrence B.

Best and worst neighborhoods in Peabody

Hi all, You can expect to pay around $1,902 for rent here. Poverty rate is 5.1%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I overthinking this? Thanks!

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Eliana Bailey

Best neighborhoods in Peabody

Hey folks, My partner and I are Rent is about $1,902/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $95,278 in Peabody. With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather take...

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Arthur J.

Life in Peabody as a young professional

Alright, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $95,278 in Peabody. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love some local perspective.

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Liam Jones

How much do you pay for rent in Peabody?

My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider -Peabody sits at 231.6 per 100K. Poverty rate is 5.1%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. Household incomes average around $95,278 in Peabody. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food...

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Jose Kim

Peabody is underrated, change my mind

Hey, Been living here since 2019. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Greyson W.

Housing market in Peabody right now

So, Household incomes average around $95,278 in Peabody. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What do you all think? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely frien...

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Jackson Wilson

Internet providers in Peabody?

Curious what people think. Rent is about $1,902/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Has anyone dealt with ...

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Nova H.

Best areas to explore in Peabody?

Hey, I work in hospitality and With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $566,200, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,902 for rent here. Homes are going for about $566,200 on average. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expec...

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Aaron C.

Best and worst neighborhoods in Peabody

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,902/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $566,200 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. The weather takes some getting u...

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Greyson W.

Starting a business in Peabody?

We have two kids and With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. Median household income is $95,278, which feels pretty solid for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you ...

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Wesley Morales

Studio apartments in Peabody -options?

Hey folks, With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $95,278, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 5.1%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system v...

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Delilah Sanders

Day-to-day life in Peabody, MA

Not sure if this has been asked before, but It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Would love some local perspective.

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Nova H.

Most overrated things about Peabody

With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do? The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Nicholas Gomez

Is Peabody good for remote workers?

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a smaller city city with about 54,180 people. You can expect to pay around $1,902 for rent here. Rent is about $1,902/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Peabody sits at 231.6 per 100K. Median household income is $95,2...

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Ezekiel Gonzalez

Is Peabody worth moving to in 2026?

OK so I'm a 32-year-old sales rep and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any advice would be great.

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Isla Watson

Quick question about Peabody

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 54,180, Peabody is a smaller city.

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Ezekiel Gonzalez

Peabody in the winter -how bad?

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $566,200, which is pretty steep. Household incomes average around $95,278 in Peabody. Poverty rate is 5.1%, which is pretty low. With a population o...

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