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Anonymous
Insanely high living costs. The general rule of thumb is: closer to Manhattan, higher the rent. And don't even think of buying a house unless you're planning to live in Jamaica or other unsavory areas. Crime rates aren't that high, unless you're going to more backwater places in Queens, Brooklyn, or the Bronx. Regardless, you will get your bike stolen if you don't use a lock or keep it indoors. There's a great market for stolen bikes among(mostly Hispanic) folks. Taking the subway can be tough, but it's also hard driving around because finding a parking spot is a pain.
You're better off living in NJ. You get to visit the city when you have the time, but you get okay rents and not-so-shitty neighborhoods. You just need to get over the fact that it's New Jersey. (sorry for sounding somewhat bitter)
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