Evolving_Dore t1_j8ufsbb wrote on February 17, 2023 at 12:46 AM

Reply to comment by PowerfulStrings in Why has rent in Stamford gotten so high?? It’s more expensive than West LA now! by Both-Level-6493

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.

PowerfulStrings t1_j8ugd4p wrote on February 17, 2023 at 12:50 AM

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.

Evolving_Dore t1_j8uif1c wrote on February 17, 2023 at 1:06 AM

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.