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Alexa Cruz
moving
Moving to Waltham with kids -good idea?
Random thought, I relocated for work and Any advice would be great. TIA!
8 upvotes
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Elena Ross
seconding this
35 upvotes
Jack T.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is improving in most areas.
28 upvotes
Delilah
Moved here from Seattle about 4 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to traffic but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
27 upvotes
Xavier Robinson
interesting, hadn't considered that
24 upvotes
jeremiah_mama
100%
18 upvotes
Charlotte Lewis
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is average in most areas.
11 upvotes
Lillian Allen
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 56, moved here 6 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Greenfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Low crime in most neighborhoods
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited shopping options
3. The community vibe situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for retirees. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Greenfield: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Denver, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $60K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 56, moved here 6 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Greenfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Low crime in most neighborhoods
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited shopping options
3. The community vibe situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for retirees. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Greenfield: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Denver, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $60K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
0 upvotes
chicago_everett
Came here for weather and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The pet-friendliness is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
0 upvotes