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acoreilly87 t1_j9arw9m wrote

I’m going to throw my hometown of Hackensack into the mix. It’s a little farther from NYC, but still very close. It has a good mix of ethnicities and lifestyles, good food, and is safe. The fire department is top-notch, and the schools are very underrated. Rents have been rising, but are still lower than JC or Hoboken, and buying a house or condo is probably within reach if you decide to stay.

Nowhere is perfect, but it’s pretty good.

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shtarker53 t1_j9azui2 wrote

Check out rent control towns so your rent doesn't get unfairly jacked up every year. Certain nice buildings in Morristown fit the bill... including Hamilton Court and Blair House and a few on Kemble. All are in or near downtown Mo-town.

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rkellyskiddiepool OP t1_j9dt2i0 wrote

I was thinking get my 20’s out of the way and settle somewhere with a backyard when I have kids. Thank you for the schooling angle, it will definitely be something to look at.

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