post_verone t1_irxk69c wrote
Lakewood is a little more expensive compared to other cities in Cuyahoga county, specifically houses whether you buy or rent. The apartment complexes also vary based on features, amenities and management. You get what you pay for it in Lakewood. However I’ve seen some very cheap apartments here, as low as $650/mo for a 1-bed. I agree with the other comment that said about $20/hr for a single person and you’re set.
Day9125 OP t1_irxtpve wrote
> I agree with the other comment that said about $20/hr for a single person and you’re set.
$20 is still prohibitively difficult to get in today's market. Yet businesses want to act like everyone suddenly has money. What a joke.
Sounds like even renting is gonna be an uphill battle in Lakewood. Too many jobs don't even start at 20.
post_verone t1_irydm2q wrote
It definitely depends on the field or position you work. Minimum wage (or close to it) jobs like retail just don’t cut it for renting in Lakewood, unless you work full time, work multiple jobs or have a housemate.
Day9125 OP t1_iryzy9y wrote
I'm in manufacturing. See other comments. I'm at $16.25. will be looking for other employment before long.
garrisonc t1_iryxiym wrote
>Sounds like even renting is gonna be an uphill battle in Lakewood. Too many jobs don't even start at 20.
You're not wrong. I believe we're in a bubble, but I've been wrong before. If you have reservations about affordability, there are a lot more options available in Cleveland just east of 117th or south of Lakewood in West Park (Cleveland).
Plenty of good housing and safe neighborhoods to choose from nearby, but you'd need a lot of luck/connections to get something decent in Lakewood right now.
Day9125 OP t1_irz00bl wrote
West Park is a consideration. Also Old Brooklyn as I mentioned elsewhere.
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