Making that trip by metro (subway) will be a lot cheaper and should take only about 15 minutes longer, with no risk of traffic delays. You might consider that option, especially if you don't have much luggage.

It's a lifestyle choice. Some people love the city for the walkability and density and closeness to museums or nightlife or whatever else floats their boat. Some people just prefer the suburbs. Some people love the city when they're young and single and then move to the suburbs when they want to buy a house with a yard and have kids in the public schools. Ymmv.

My suggestion is to start in the city and see if you like it. If you don't, it's easy to move when your lease is up. If you start in the burbs you'll never really know what you're missing.