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PowerfulStrings t1_j8tkfrb wrote

Tell me about it. I’m about to move to North Carolina. I can get a luxury 2br for 1k less than my 1br in Stamford. It’s madness and Stamford is not so special to be asking for this much in rent.

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Jimalo69 t1_j8tpf2r wrote

Ur not actually paying for stamford tho. Ur paying for nyc, and stamford is still awesome

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PowerfulStrings t1_j8tq0jx wrote

I like Stamford, but it’s way too overpriced. If it was decently priced I’d rather stay here. But the fact that I’m making 80k+ and would have to live in a tiny studio on my own in order for me to afford it is ridiculous.

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Evolving_Dore t1_j8udh4u wrote

Can I ask where in Stamford you've been living? I'm moving there in a few months for a job that pays...substantially less than that. I've been looking at housing options and I'm certainly going to have to downsize, but I haven't been unable to find 1 br apartments totally outside my price range. A studio really isn't an option for me, so I'd get a roommate before I had a studio, but I think I'm going to be able to manage a 1 br.

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PowerfulStrings t1_j8uf6b6 wrote

I live in harbor landing, it’s right across the water from harbor point. To give you some insight, when I first moved here the absolute cheapest I could find was a 350sqft studio for $1,250 on the tail end of lockdown. That same studio goes for almost $1,500 now. You can probably find a non luxury 1br for around $1,800 at best. Atleast in Stamford.

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Evolving_Dore t1_j8ufsbb wrote

I'm mostly looking on the outskirts of Stamford, and in communities like Norwalk and Greenwich, maybe as far as White Plains or Bedford Hills. I'm certainly not looking for a luxury apartment, and $1800 is a realistic target for my budget.

I'm excited to move to the community! I know it's going to be expensive, but fortunately I've saved up enough that month-to-month won't be a problem.

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PowerfulStrings t1_j8ugd4p wrote

That’s great, best of luck to you! Stamford is a really nice place, the rent is my only complaint. And wow $1,800 is out of my range personally, between my car payment, insurance and other bills $1,500 would be my upper limit to pay myself. Atleast while still trying to save and do an occasional outing.

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Evolving_Dore t1_j8uif1c wrote

I mean, I'd definitely rather not pay $1800 a month, the price of groceries and stuff will definitely eat into my savings somewhat. Hopefully after the first year I'm either able to make more money, find some hidden nook that's a bit more affordable, or find someone with whom to share a 2 br. It's all uncharted territory from here, but I'm really excited to start working there.

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Both-Level-6493 OP t1_j8ugr1k wrote

I’m new to Connecticut and have been staying at my grandmother’s in Greenwich. I’ve been trying to find my own place. Greenwich prices are actually higher than Manhattan. So I was advised to look into Stamford as it’s much cheaper. The minimum 1 bedroom is at $2500 excluding monthly amenities, trash, parking, and pet fees! Looked into downtown, harbor point, and other places. If you have recommendations, please share!

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PowerfulStrings t1_j8uhus2 wrote

I just looked on apartments.com and set the filter to $1,500 or less and a couple private listings popped up. Those are probably your best bet.

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Evolving_Dore t1_j8ui628 wrote

Might have to scratch Greenwich off the list, although it's all up to whatever place I happen to find that's within my budget. I've seen a few affordable places in Greenwich, but they certainly aren't luxury apartments.

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