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I think it's fair to say that Chicago area is somewhat more diverse than Philly, and it does have less segregation in more of its inner-suburbs, but it's important to note that there is some pretty substantial diversity/integration on the outskirts of Philadelphia. Specifically, a substantial portion of Northeast Philadelphia and a good portion of Northwest Philadelphia. Bordering townships like Cheltenham, Bensalem, and Upper Darby have substantial diversity/integration, as well.
Boston has some of the best suburbs in the country imo, also Providence whish is basically and adjacent city suburb or satellite city of Boston is very charming, with reasonable col.
Boston has some of the best suburbs in the country imo, also Providence whish is basically and adjacent city suburb or satellite city of Boston is very charming, with reasonable col.
Agreed with this. NYC suburbs are quite pricey. Philly ones similar to Providence are much more reasonable.
I didn't include it initially as I figured it'd be way too expensive, but Stamford, CT looks like it has some reasonable stuff within my budget.
CT has high taxes but is still way more affordable than Boston. The towns are neater. The economy is weaker and resale value isn't looking too hot. Stamford is definitely approachable, look at Norwalk too. I think CT is generally improving after a decently long period of decline...improving slowly though.
CT has high taxes but is still way more affordable than Boston. The towns are neater. The economy is weaker and resale value isn't looking too hot. Stamford is definitely approachable, look at Norwalk too. I think CT is generally improving after a decently long period of decline...improving slowly though.
Thanks. And Stamford has the easiest commute of every area I've mentioned here?
Thanks. And Stamford has the easiest commute of every area I've mentioned here?
I'm assuming commute to NYC? Yeah it's up there. Greenwich is a little closer but that place is pricey. The train goes up to New Haven so you'd be fine regardless assuming we are talking about a train commute. If driving, it's a bit over an hour from Stamford to NYC assuming traffic isn't backed up.
I'm assuming commute to NYC? Yeah it's up there. Greenwich is a little closer but that place is pricey. The train goes up to New Haven so you'd be fine regardless assuming we are talking about a train commute. If driving, it's a bit over an hour from Stamford to NYC assuming traffic isn't backed up.
Train for sure. So Stamford and Norwalk are quite a bit pricier than the Philly burbs, they're still somewhat in my range and they're a much easier commute. Hmmmm.......but taxes.......
The exact property tax levied depends on the county in Connecticut the property is located in. Fairfield County collects the highest property tax in Connecticut, levying an average of $6,221.00 (1.3% of median home value) yearly in property taxes, while Windham County has the lowest property tax in the state, collecting an average tax of $2,970.00 (1.29% of median home value) per year.
This is an older map below but you get the idea. The above data is from 2020 which can be found here which has a property tax calculator: Connecticut Property Taxes By County - 2021
Very helpful. Other than the tax issue, Connecticut seems to check a lot of boxes, mainly you can be close to NYC in a reasonably safe area. Hmmm
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