Hi, I recently made a post about what options I should take for housing. For new comers here is a brief overview: I will be starting work soon in midtown Manhattan. In my last post I said that my budget is ~1.5k and that I was open to roommates and was fine with a commute under 40minutes ——————————————————————————— Now after analyzing my life, I’m on the fence about roommates. I value my own privacy. I’m willing to up my budget to 2.3k for a 1bd (same commuting standards). Because of this low budget. Living in Manhattan is pretty much out the question. I looked into Union city and the rent and commute works. It’s a 10 min commute into the city. I really don’t understand why people sleep on it. My critique with Union city is that I don’t want to live in New Jersey, I want to be in nyc and enjoy. The argument for this is, living in any other borough would be the same or even a longer commute than Union city to Manhattan. What are your opinions on what I should do. Should I just get roommates and live in nyc or live alone and if so where. Am I trippin. * I’m not changing the budget, I want to FAT FIRE TC: 185k YoE: 0 #housing #nyc #manhattan #newyork #newjersey
I don't know where you're looking that you think Union City is a 10-minute commute to Manhattan. Unless you're looking in Weehawken or West New York literally nextdoor to Port Imperial. Even then, you'll probably have to take a bus, train, or walk from the ferry on the Manhattan side.
I think - since you are new to the area - I’d definitely do a roommate option. It’s hard to make friends in a fast city - roommates give you a starting place. Look for people who have your vibe (and maybe an extra spacious area to share).
Making friends is not an issue for me
That’s something you believe only because you are a new grad. Your social life changes a LOT after graduation. I’m 40+…and it’s been almost 20 years since I left undergrad. I would’ve said the same thing you said just coming out of school. Now? Not so much. It’s your decision though of course.