rent is definitely a larger portion of your paycheck here. while the CoL is obviously higher here in general, rent/housing costs have sky rocketed in the last year.

I'd try and look at the 3k range with your salary. also keep in mind - will you have a car? is that included in your price of 2,700? parking will be ~200/ month unless you just want street parking. also, when renting at most places you'll pay upfront: first, last, security, & brokers fee.