Single Mom wants to move back to NJ (Jersey City, Union City: apartments, rent)

[FGCUgirl]

I was born in NJ but I was raised in SW Florida. I just went back up to visit some friends and family in North Jersey, Union City/Jersey City area and I loved it! I want to move back by the end of the year. I'm looking into finishing my Masters at John Jay in NY.

My question is. Where is a good area to live in North Jersey? I heard Union City and Jersey City were both really ghetto now. When I was up there, however, I saw really nice area's and a beautiful view of the NY City skyline. I don't want to live in the ghetto or any "bad" areas.

As a single mom, could you suggest some good areas for me and some good elementary schools? Thanks!

[ifeeldope]

if you dont mind not being on the Hudson come out to Somerset county, good schools, nice houses and apartments...yea...otherwise Hoboken, maybe Wehawken

[Lucky Lady123]

Be prepared to pay high rent compared to Florida. Good luck to you.

[BobKovacs]

This all depends greatly on your budget- do you have one in mind?

[Jerseyt719]

Originally Posted by ifeeldope

if you dont mind not being on the Hudson come out to Somerset county, good schools, nice houses and apartments...yea...otherwise Hoboken, maybe Wehawken

I second Somerset County.