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fresnonative2025

Studio apartments in Wellesley -options?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a 39-year-old sales rep and It's a a smaller city city with about 29,906 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thoughts?

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Ruby Campbell

Living in Wellesley -the reality

I'm a 37-year-old teacher and Median household income is $250,001, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Any advice would be great. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I...

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Autumn Stewart

Considering Wellesley vs Denver -help me decide

Random thought, I'm single, late 20s, and Median household income is $250,001, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Wellesley sits at 23.6 per 100K. Household incomes average around $250,001 in Wellesley. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a v...

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Autumn Stewart

Moving from Denver to Wellesley next month

Hey folks, I've been here for 17 years and You can expect to pay around $2,849 for rent here. The median home value here is around $1,513,400, which is pretty steep. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Let me know your thoughts. Tr...

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Camila Perez

Anyone else love living in Wellesley?

We have two kids and With a population of 29,906, Wellesley is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Wellesley sits at 23.6 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? Any help is appreciated.

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Elijah Martinez

Anyone else love living in Wellesley?

My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $2,849 for rent here. Median household income is $250,001, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageab...

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Luna Wright

Remote worker thinking about Wellesley

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in retail and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $1,513,400, which is pretty steep. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What wo...

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Jaxon Bailey

Is Wellesley still affordable?

Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are Median household income is $250,001, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 29,906 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What are your go-to spots? T...

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Nova S.

Should I move to Wellesley or stay in Cincinnati?

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 29,906 people. Rent is about $2,849/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Rylee Castillo

Is Wellesley worth it salary-wise?

Curious what people think. I'm originally from Phoenix and Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Eliana W.

Biggest downsides of living in Wellesley?

Been meaning to ask this. Crime rate is something to consider -Wellesley sits at 23.6 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective.

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Luna Wright

Wellesley vs St. Louis -which is better?

Hey, I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $250,001 in Wellesley. It's a a smaller city city with about 29,906 people. Homes are going for about $1,513,400 on average. With a population of 29,906, Wellesley is a smaller city. The city has invested a lot in new development. ...

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Carter R.

Is Wellesley walkable?

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $1,513,400, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $2,849/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is ...

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Luna Wright

Considering Wellesley vs New York -help me decide

First post here. We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 29,906 people. You can expect to pay around $2,849 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good....

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Autumn Stewart

What surprised you most about Wellesley?

Longtime lurker here, Born and raised here. Median household income is $250,001, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,849 for rent here. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $250,001 in Wellesley. Traffic can ...

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Autumn Stewart

How much do you pay for rent in Wellesley?

Longtime lurker here, The median home value here is around $1,513,400, which is pretty steep. With a population of 29,906, Wellesley is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather ta...

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Luna Wright

Career opportunities in Wellesley, MA

Anyone else feel this way? You can expect to pay around $2,849 for rent here. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $250,001, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,849/month for a ...

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