Evolving_Dore t1_j8udh4u wrote on February 17, 2023 at 12:29 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

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.

PowerfulStrings t1_j8uf6b6 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 12:42 AM

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.

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

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.

Both-Level-6493 OP t1_j8ugr1k wrote on February 17, 2023 at 12:53 AM

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!

PowerfulStrings t1_j8uhus2 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 1:01 AM

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.

Both-Level-6493 OP t1_j8uhzis wrote on February 17, 2023 at 1:02 AM

Thank you!

Evolving_Dore t1_j8ui628 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 1:04 AM

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.