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Top 5 things I love about West Haven

First post here. Rent is about $1,389/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 55,147 people. Median household income is $73,566, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,389 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

Pros:
- Great weather
- Good schools
- Walkable downtown
- Plenty of shopping options
- Good airport connections

Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Boring for young people
Am I wrong here? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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zoey_chef
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is traffic. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Natalie Rodriguez
yep
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