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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Alexander Nguyen

How is Waltham for outdoor activities?

So, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $2,232/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $705,700, which is pretty steep. With a population of 64,723, Waltham is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food...

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Nevaeh Stewart

Anyone regret moving to Waltham?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $116,560 in Waltham. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property ...

4 replies 9 upvotes moving
atl_austin

Best hidden gems in Waltham

Hi all, I'm a teacher here and It's a a smaller city city with about 64,723 people. Household incomes average around $116,560 in Waltham. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think?

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John Morris

Waltham in the winter -how bad?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2015. It's a a smaller city city with about 64,723 people. Rent is about $2,232/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $705,700, which is pretty steep. With a population of 64,723, Waltham is a smaller city. I...

6 replies 10 upvotes qa
Wyatt Evans

Moving from Cleveland to Waltham next month

Random thought, The median home value here is around $705,700, which is pretty steep. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice would be great. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Melanie J.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Waltham?

Hi all, I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Waltham sits at 162.6 per 100K. Rent is about $2,232/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $116,560 in Waltham. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am ...

18 replies 12 upvotes housing
Adeline Hernandez

Best areas to explore in Waltham?

Been meaning to ask this. You can expect to pay around $2,232 for rent here. Homes are going for about $705,700 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families en...

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Hannah

Couple moving to Waltham from out of state

OK so Been living here since 2013. You can expect to pay around $2,232 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 64,723 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Should I be concerned? Appreciate any input. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some get...

1 replies 12 upvotes moving
Jameson T.

Job hunting in Waltham -tips?

I'm a teacher here and It's a a smaller city city with about 64,723 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Leah L.

Thinking about relocating to Waltham from St. Louis

Alright, I'm single, late 40s, and Median household income is $116,560, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,232 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What would you do? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic ca...

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Melanie J.

Rent vs buy in Waltham -what makes sense?

I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Waltham sits at 162.6 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Clara Martin

Moving to Waltham for work -advice?

It's a a smaller city city with about 64,723 people. Poverty rate is 4.3%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thoughts? The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right sp...

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Wesley Campbell

Housing market in Waltham right now

First post here. Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 4.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $705,700 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Wesley Campbell

Planning a move to Waltham -neighborhoods?

OK so I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $116,560, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Would love some local perspective. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies...

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atl_austin

Waltham housing prices -when will it stop?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2016. Poverty rate is 4.3%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 64,723 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely risi...

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Miles L.

Should I move to Waltham or stay in Seattle?

Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $116,560 in Waltham. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do? Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Hannah

Is Waltham getting better or worse?

OK so Median household income is $116,560, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surp...

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Leah L.

Waltham job market vs Las Vegas

Hey folks, I've been here for 6 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Waltham sits at 162.6 per 100K. With a population of 64,723, Waltham is a smaller city. Median household income is $116,560, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a...

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Ezekiel Anderson

Day-to-day life in Waltham, MA

I relocated for work and Median household income is $116,560, which feels pretty solid for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's n...

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Julian N.

Should I move to Waltham or stay in Kansas City?

Curious what people think. Rent is about $2,232/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Leah L.

How is the nightlife in Waltham?

I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $116,560, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 64,723 people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thanks in advance! Cost of living is de...

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Bryan C.

Best apartments in Waltham under ?

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 4.3%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $705,700, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is somethin...

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Jacob

Cheapest neighborhoods in Waltham?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $116,560, which feels pretty solid for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs?

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Adeline Thomas

Best and worst neighborhoods in Waltham

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

7 replies 25 upvotes best-worst
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