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My partner and I are considering a move from Chicago to the Tri-state area. One of the reasons is the weather in Chicago. We both grew up with 4 equal seasons that included nice summers, but for all Chicago has to offer, its summer doesn't get going until July, and even then winds from the north or off the lake can keep the highs in the mid-60's. I know that's ideal for many, just not for us, both outdoorsy kind of people who think the idea of needing jackets in July is bizarre. We like to hike and bike and it's hard to find decent days for long bike rides most summers.
We live in a suburb of Chicago called Evanston which borders the city, and has a fairly urban feel to it - walkable streets, multiple business areas, a nice downtown. Daily needs are within walking/biking distance (gym, markets, cleaners, restaurants, etc.), though we commute to work. We like it here because it is mixed (racially, age-wise, nationalities, incomes), there's a university here which adds to the vibe, a great farmers market, and it's a very pedestrian friendly town. We have both a small, independent grocer nearby, as well as a Whole Foods within walking distance.
I know there are Whole Foods in a number of NJ burbs, and I'm hoping to get a house in the 800K - 1M range, hoping for a decent sized yard for gardening (ours is currently small, 33' x 120'). Also, we'd need to live near enough to walk to a commuter train that goes into NY.
Any ideas of places that fit this description?
I don't know what the tax situation is around Chicago but are you aware that New Jersey has the highest property taxes of all 50 states ? You may wish to look a little further south.......like Delaware.....for you tax dollar to go substantially further and still be able to enjoy urban areas plus Philadelphia and Baltimore culture.
I was thinking New Brunswick would offer what they were looking for but in the price range they would only offer Condos mostly. If condo living is an option, I would highly recommend New Brunswick as well. Great downtown, right next to the train, lots of great restaurants, and a decent nightlife.
No offense, but if I was spending 800K to 1mil on a place to live, it wouldn't be in a place with a crime rate as high as New Brunswick and a damn-near sanctuary city to boot.
Not only does the Princeton area provide a wonderful urban feel but for me watching the Princeton Rowing Team practice while enjoying a picnic lunch, and biking along the Canal are a couple of the all time favorites.
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