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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Cora Stewart

Rent vs buy in Williamstown -what makes sense?

So, I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Williamstown sits at 304.9 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,262 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Let me know your thoughts. Night...

3 replies 6 upvotes housing
Madeline Y.

Is Williamstown worth it salary-wise?

First post here. I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,262 for rent here. The median home value here is around $255,000, which seems about average. Median household income is $87,021, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's ...

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Madeline Y.

How is the nightlife in Williamstown?

Hello, Rent is about $1,262/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Eliana

Commute times in Williamstown -how bad?

Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Aaron G.

Best hidden gems in Williamstown

OK so I'm retired and Median household income is $87,021, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $255,000, which seems about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes...

1 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
Josiah Brown

Is public transit usable in Williamstown?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $1,262 for rent here. With a population of 14,855, Williamstown is a small town. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thanks for reading. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a h...

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Jack C.

Cost of living reality check -Williamstown

Longtime lurker here, Rent is about $1,262/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,262 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for Williamstown? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Th...

3 replies 14 upvotes housing
Cora Stewart

Planning a move to Williamstown -neighborhoods?

I'm single, late 30s, and Crime rate is something to consider -Williamstown sits at 304.9 per 100K. Median household income is $87,021, which feels pretty solid for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I wrong h...

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Jack C.

Best neighborhoods in Williamstown

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $255,000 on average. Median household income is $87,021, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Williamstown sits at 304.9 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get go...

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Jack C.

What I wish I knew before living in Williamstown

Hey everyone, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -Williamstown sits at 304.9 per 100K. Rent is about $1,262/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $255,000 on average. The median home value here is around $255,000, which seems about average. Averag...

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