New to the area help! (Harrisburg, Pottstown: apartment complexes, to rent, how much)

[XHollyX]

I just started a job in Conshocken and I am new to the area. I need to start renting an apartment in May. I know nothing about the area and the bigger problem is my boyfriend who I live with. He needs to live somewhere where we aren't to close to the city and he needs a garage. We need to rent somewhere that is reasonably priced too. We can afford rent up to $1200. I was hoping for a nice smaller neighborhood that had maybe townhouses with a garage is there anything like this or something else that may fit the bill. I am completely willing to commute up to an hour to ensure that he has what he wants.

[eggtimer]

there are lots of townhouses in conshohocken (you forgot an extra ho) w/garages. I don't know what they rent for? Is that too close to the city? maybe check out bridgeport, it's across the river from norristown.

[XHollyX]

Oh, its not an easy town-name to spell! I guess I better work on that though, now that I work there. Thanks for the advice.

[rainrock]

Look at the towns north + west of Conshohocken. Plymouth Meeting,Jeffersonville, East Norriton, West Norriton.

Good luck

[XHollyX]

How are is the town of phonexville (sp?) and how far of a drive is pottstown from conshohocken?

[Tone509]

Originally Posted by XHollyX

How are is the town of phonexville (sp?) and how far of a drive is pottstown from conshohocken?

If you and your gentleman friend are under 30YO, neither Phoenixville nor Pottstown are likely to appeal to you unless your home is your castle.

While Pottstown is improving, it does not have a reputation as one of the more appealing suburbs. A map website says that it would be a 37 minute drive between Pottstown and Conshy. I'd probably add another 10-15 minutes during rush hour.

Phoenixville is a nice enough suburb. It's convenient to the massive shopping and office complexes in King of Prussia.

May I ask why your BF prefers to be so far out? Does he prefer wide open spaces? Or is there a concern about the encroachment of urban living? Conshocken itself is convenient with a bit of a trendy edge to it and is convenient located near major highways.

[XHollyX]

Originally Posted by Tone509

May I ask why your BF prefers to be so far out? Does he prefer wide open spaces? Or is there a concern about the encroachment of urban living? Conshocken itself is convenient with a bit of a trendy edge to it and is convenient located near major highways.

I'm from a (much smaller) city & am used to living in apartment complexes. He has never really experienced "urban living" so the transition I think will really bother him, things like the amount of noise, the amount of people, the differences that will make him feel out of his element. I'm just looking to make things as easy as possible. I am 21 and hes 23 by the way.

[XHollyX]

I know it's a little late but maybe this will help answer some questions so my questions are easier to answer!


When are you moving? -I have to rent in April/May
Where are you coming from?- Susquehanna Valley- my boyfriend/ Harrisburg- me
Why are you moving?- New Job
Where will you be working?- Conshohocken
Have you been here yet? -Yes. about a month

Will you buy or rent? -Rent
If renting, are you looking for an apartment, a townhouse or loft? -Anything with a garage since the boyfriend restores AMC's

How much can you spend?- $1250
Do you prefer hi-rise or walk up?- Walk up!

Are you married or single? Basically married
Do you have children? No
Do you have pets? Yes. Small turtle.
Do you want or need a yard? Want but not ness.
Are you keeping a car? Yes
Do you prefer bustling activity or calm and quiet? Calm and quiet

What do you want to be closest to?
Work- within 45 minutes or so.
Shopping- Close but not needed
Basic services (supermarket, drugstore, etc.)- prefer to be close
Nightlife- within an hour
Train or subway stations- No

Do you want to live with people of a similar age, race, religion or sexual preference or do you prefer a diverse neighborhood?- Doesn't matter to me!

[orrmobl]

You should check out Phoenixville for a young, hip vibe. Otherwise, just head north and west of Conshohocken until you find a place you like - the further out in either direction gets you more house and land for your money and typically newer townhomes as well...really depends how much country he wants vs how much city you want...

[ajb842]

There are some townhomes on ridge pike in Lafayette Hill...i think they're called the glen at lafayette hill. They look nice, but i've never been inside. I don't know how much they cost, but they have garages and the area is nice and convenient to conshy.