Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider -Simsbury Center sits at 77.3 per 100K. Rent is about $2,177/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Hunter Miller
My experience has been mostly positive. it's been a really good experience overall. The only thing I'd watch out for is walkability. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Thomas
I've lived in East for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- The pet-friendliness scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Jacob Martinez
as a local I can confirm
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Christian L.
I'm a chef and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Nolan C.
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Mexican places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Riley Lee
glad someone said it
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Mateo W.
Saving this thread
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Mackenzie Diaz
Used to live on the Eastside side, now on the Greenfield side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
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Caleb Jackson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Midtown. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in consulting. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Julian Turner
as a local I can confirm
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Evan Edwards
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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sunny_hunter61
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from New York about 14 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are competitive, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. No regrets on my end..
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Genesis Ortiz
My experience has been mostly positive. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The only thing I'd watch out for is outdoor recreation. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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