wet_cupcake t1_jdzol8g wrote on March 28, 2023 at 11:21 AM

I know it’s not MA but you should check out Tiverton, Portsmouth, Bristol. Still very close. Went to college in Bristol and love the area.

Kriegenstein t1_je0a1d5 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 2:20 PM

Bristol is great, I grew up there, but getting out of Bristol to go anywhere is a nightmare. South over Mt. Hope Bridge to Fall River is slightly less of a mess, but it still sucks.

wet_cupcake t1_je0fzk0 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 3:00 PM

Metacom Ave was my nightmare during my time at RWU. South I preferred and ultimately settled in Portsmouth for a bit.

uncle_freshflow t1_jdzw8rx wrote on March 28, 2023 at 12:35 PM

2nd this, these are some great towns to live in, but can be pricey. Also recommend looking in the Bridgewater area, lots of college students around so more rentals available than in other Massachusetts suburbs. Plus closer to Boston and access to commuter rail.

wet_cupcake t1_je017v1 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 1:16 PM

Agreed they can be pricey. But you can also find a decent amount of rentals. Still have friends who have stayed 10 years later in Bristol. Certainly can be done.