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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Riley Robinson

Moving to Pittsfield with kids -good idea?

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 43,559 people. The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? I'd say it's better...

5 replies 11 upvotes moving
Nolan Flores

Moving to Pittsfield -what should I know?

Curious what people think. I've been here for 14 years and Homes are going for about $233,700 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Pittsfield sits at 709.8 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 43,559 people. You can expect to pay around $1,094 for rent here. Honestly, I think ...

7 replies 8 upvotes moving
Nolan Anderson

Is Pittsfield getting better or worse?

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and Homes are going for about $233,700 on average. Household incomes average around $68,386 in Pittsfield. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots? Thanks for reading. Downtown has improved a lo...

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Adam W.

Is Pittsfield getting better or worse?

Random thought, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,094 for rent here. The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Mateo Ward

Job market in Pittsfield for tech?

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 9.7%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 43,559 people. You can expect to pay around $1,094 for rent here. There's a real sense of comm...

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Brielle W.

Studio apartments in Pittsfield -options?

Hey folks, I've been here for 5 years and The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Pittsfield sits at 709.8 per 100K. With a population of 43,559, Pittsfield is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,094/month for a decent place. It'...

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Scarlett Allen

Housing market in Pittsfield right now

So, The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. Median household income is $68,386, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $233,700 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work ...

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Bennett

Moving from San Diego to Pittsfield next month

We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Pittsfield sits at 709.8 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Should I be concerned?

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Maverick Ramos

The good and bad of living in Pittsfield

Hey folks, You can expect to pay around $1,094 for rent here. Poverty rate is 9.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 43,559, Pittsfield is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,094/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $233,700 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not ju...

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Madelyn

Moving to Pittsfield -what should I know?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Median household income is $68,386, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,094 for rent here. Homes are going for about $233,700 on average. With a population of 43,559, Pittsfield is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work...

1 replies 30 upvotes moving
Kaylee

Best neighborhoods to rent in Pittsfield?

Hi all, Homes are going for about $233,700 on average. The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 43,559, Pittsfield is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 9.7%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has inves...

12 replies 24 upvotes housing
Easton Nguyen

Pittsfield vs Los Angeles -which is better?

Hi all, The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What do you all think? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Owen Brooks

Housing market in Pittsfield right now

I relocated for work and Median household income is $68,386, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,094 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Brielle W.

Best coffee shops in Pittsfield?

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from Raleigh and You can expect to pay around $1,094 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Bennett Thomas

Pittsfield is underrated, change my mind

Hello, Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Let me know your thoughts. TIA! There'...

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Scarlett Allen

Is it worth buying in Pittsfield?

Curious what people think. Rent is about $1,094/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great.

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Brielle W.

Thinking about relocating to Pittsfield from Las Vegas

So, Been living here since 2016. The median home value here is around $233,700, which is actually reasonable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Looking forward to hearing from you all. T...

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Aiden S.

Day-to-day life in Pittsfield, MA

Hey everyone, I've been here for 19 years and Median household income is $68,386, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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