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Old 12-19-2007, 05:13 AM
 
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We are looking to move to Brookline and buying a 3 - 4br condo in Coolidge Corner. How big of a deal is it for parking not to be included? Is it a deal breaker? Are there alot of buildings that do have parking spots? Thanks so much.
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Old 12-19-2007, 06:23 AM
 
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The critical factor is that you can't park your car on the street over night anywhere in Brookline so if the building doesn't provide parking you have to arrange for off-street parking somewhere else.
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Old 12-19-2007, 06:33 AM
 
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Right - we know that. As we are moving from nyc I'm trying to understand how much of an issue (convienence wise) not to have your car at your building and rather 1 - 2 blocks away (lugging groceries and a baby stroller)...
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Old 12-19-2007, 06:53 AM
 
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i wouldn't do it, with the rain/snow, wind and a carriage and/or groceries?? no way would i get used to that... You could have your groceries sent to you via peapod.com or something similar. i have a friend that uses them and they bring the groceries right into the kitchen. now, if we can get past the stroller ..for instance.. what if your son/daughter was asleep and/or sick would you really want to park/walk home... just some things to consider.
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Old 12-19-2007, 07:30 AM
 
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On-street parking is ok until late night so you can park right in front after errands daytimes, evenings, but then have to move car to the lot before bed time. A nuisance but it's not like you have to hike in from the parking lot any time you use the car. Still, it sounds like momoffive knows what she's talking about!
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Old 12-19-2007, 08:08 AM
 
Location: 42°22'55.2"N 71°24'46.8"W
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It depends on how used you are to doing this. If you're from Manhattan, I'm sure you're fine walking a couple blocks for groceries. But if you're from Westchester County and are used to a more suburban atmosphere, then I think you should hold out for a condo w/at least 1 off-street parking spot. Personally, I would like at least 1 spot for loading/unloading things straight to your unit and for times when you just need to get somewhere faster. You can always leave your 2nd/3rd car in a nearby lot for $200/mo.
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Old 12-19-2007, 09:00 AM
 
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your responses are so wonderful and thoughtful. Thank you. Also, how do people deal with stairs here? The building we're looking at has 2 sets of 4 stairs. This is not easy for strollers, handicapp people. I don't get it.
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Old 12-19-2007, 09:19 AM
 
Location: 42°22'55.2"N 71°24'46.8"W
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your responses are so wonderful and thoughtful. Thank you. Also, how do people deal with stairs here? The building we're looking at has 2 sets of 4 stairs. This is not easy for strollers, handicapp people. I don't get it.
Hehe, you just get used to them and you get more fit. If you're living on the 4th floor or below, I prefer stairs over elevators just because they're faster. I used to live on the 3rd floor and had to lug my stroller and baby carriage up and down -- I have to admit it was a pain. I ended up moving to a ground-level apartment. Just make sure the stairs have good grip so you don't slip when it snows/rains when other tenants bring the slush inside. Also, if they're outdoor steps, it would be a good idea to keep a bucket of a salt and dirt mixture around.
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