Danville/Berea--typical costs? (Lexington, Richmond: for sale, rentals, houses)

[bbwings]

Hello all, I have thoroughly enjoyed all the posts I've read the past week and learned SO much about the Inner Bluegrass area! I am trying to do some research for a possible move to either Danville or Berea. My husband is under salary negotiations now, and we're trying to get a better idea of what life may cost in these towns.

Could you all tell me what to expect to pay, more or less, for the typical expenses for a family of 3? The basic comforts, let's say. Middle class. To be more specific, we are hoping to find a house with 3-4 bedrooms, 2-story, clean and spacious. I've not had luck on finding rentals online in these 2 towns, just homes for sale. Any hints? We may end up buying after a while, but will have to start out renting first.
What would we pay for things like utilities? Phone service? Is there wireless high-speed internet? Gas costs? (He'd be working in Danville, but I am also looking at Berea to live.) Electric bills?

The reason I have no clue about this is that I have been living and working overseas myself the past 10 years, so I know the cost of living has changed lots since I have been out of the US. Any ideas, and a breakdown of typical life costs would be so greatly appreciated! By the way, I am SOOO excited about possibly moving there! If we can negotiate a decent salary, then we'll pack up soon.

Oh, and Thanks for giving me a great first impression of Kentucky and this area online. Just reading the posts calmed many of my fears. We appreciate your help!

[goldenmom7500]

Hi,

I have a lot of family in Danville. When I was looking at Lexington over the summer, I had a relative drive me over to a pretty cape cod in Danville on an acre. He emphasized that it was in a really good area, good schools, etc. It was on the market for around $180,000. I imagine you could do fine for less money as well.

I don't know about other expenses for that area. I was seeing some numbers on another website called Private School Review - Profiles of USA Private Schools. It was just showing some demographics for different cities. I think this site has that sort of info somewhere as well.

good luck!

[Kichenwich]

This town has really affordable prices on housing as well as utilities. The electric comes from the college, as does the water and sewer. The gas is Delta Natural (cheapest around). If you are having trouble finding a rental, try calling Carpenter rentals. You may want to also sign up to get a newspaper, since that's where people tend to post for rentals.

The official website of the Berea Citizen

Although it is not online, you can get a subscription for a few weeks. People also advertise in the Richmond REgister

The Richmond Register - Homepage

HOpe this helps!

[tres7777]

Finding a home will not be a problem. I know of a home that is 3 bedroom 2 bath for rent right now that is $750.00 a month. It has about 1400 sq.ft. which may or may not fit your needs but at least that may give you an idea. But there should be others. Cost of elec. would totally depend on your usage and sq.ft. of home along with location and if you will be on KU or RECC. But a ball park would be an average of $100 - 175.00. Water in Danville will be about $50.00 a month which in town would include trash pickup. Yes we have high speed internet in most places. Then when you are ready to buy look on danvillekyrealty.com (our site), realtor.com, or ckar.com which should allow you the opportunity to find the home that suites your needs.

GOOD LUCK
Tracy Wilson

[wheresthereef]

Both are great communities. I don't live in either so I am not biased to one or the other, but I have friends in both and visit them both often. Both are nice little college towns. If your husband is going to be working in Danville, I would move there. Why incur the cost of commuting if you don't have too. The city and county governments seem to work well together for the betterment of all. Centre College brings a lot of cultural events there. Boyle County and Danville are both good high schools with good athletic programs.

My friends tell me that houses rent quickly there. They say you pretty much have to be there to get them right away. The local newspaper is called the Advocate Messenger. You can check it out at amnews.com - The Advocate-Messenger in Danville, KY

I would also contact both Chambers of Commerce for a relocation information packet.

[12buttons]

Originally Posted by Kichenwich

This town has really affordable prices on housing as well as utilities. The electric comes from the college, as does the water and sewer. The gas is Delta Natural (cheapest around). If you are having trouble finding a rental, try calling Carpenter rentals. You may want to also sign up to get a newspaper, since that's where people tend to post for rentals.

The official website of the Berea Citizen

Although it is not online, you can get a subscription for a few weeks. People also advertise in the Richmond REgister

The Richmond Register - Homepage

HOpe this helps!

Where's the best place to shop houses for sale in that area?