Dismal_Exchange1799 t1_ja3fyym wrote on February 26, 2023 at 3:46 PM

Reply to comment by temporaryCognition in My partner and I are thinking about moving to Rhode Island by temporaryCognition

You can move to Philly if you can deal with the crime and grime. Houses and rent are pretty cheap here. My partner and I have a very large 3 bed 3 bath for $2,400.

I’m currently trying to relocate to either Boston or Providence. But I feel like Philly was a good starter city to get me outta the south. Once you make friends and network here it’s easy to make friends in surrounding states because the northeast is so small. It’s not my forever place but there’s things I do love about it.

There’s a great access to NYC, Baltimore, NJ, and beaches. A New England road trip is only a 4-5 hour drive which isn’t bad either. If its all you can afford— I would suggest it. Save money, get better jobs, and then make the move to New England.

After moving to Philly, I started working in and making NYC money. This goes a long way in Philly. It’s allowed me to save money for wherever I’m gonna permanently settle.

The crime stats are gonna blow you away, but if you’re not involved in a gang or drugs you’ll be fine. It’s very localized violent crime between people who know each other. Don’t move to North Philly.

I’m on to better things but Philly has been an experience let me just say that. I’m glad I moved here because there’s truly no place like it. Can’t stay forever, but I’ll always appreciate it being my stepping stone.

Just wanted to add that the metro area here is huge so you don’t have to live right in the crime and grime. There’s plenty of smaller areas/towns surrounding the city. Check out Manayunk.

temporaryCognition OP t1_ja4bbmt wrote on February 26, 2023 at 7:13 PM

This is really useful to know because I do like the idea of being on the outer edges of the city. I was in gang territory in SF and they kept to themselves. But knowing that the commute is so short is helpful. I've been considering Atlantic City for the same reason. I just want a place where the weather is better than Portland OR but it sounds like literally anywhere is better.

Dismal_Exchange1799 t1_ja4e0xe wrote on February 26, 2023 at 7:31 PM

I’m glad it was helpful info for you! Flourtown, Germantown, and Cherry Hill (that’s NJ) are some other nice ones.

I quite like Atlantic City. Way less hectic than Philly, but you still have that great location.

I hear you on Oregon. Either way, moving to the east coast is a great idea. Just a matter of where fits you best.

I’m originally from Florida and moving this way improved my quality of life ten-fold. Most states have great healthcare, great proximity to other cities/nature, tons of top-notch schools, access to immense history/art, and you can find higher paying jobs here.

If you were able to handle SF crime/HCOL, I think you’re good in this general area then.

I wish you luck on finding your new home! Feel free to message if you need any other advice. It’s not easy but so worth it.

temporaryCognition OP t1_ja93iwh wrote on February 27, 2023 at 7:21 PM

Thanks that's super encouraging! A lot of online videos spin it like if you don't end up in a perfect part of New England you're just gonna drown in crime and misery so it's nice to hear that things are more normal than that. I'll definitely message you if I have any questions :)