I’ve been in NYC for 2 years and my rent is going up to $3k. For that price I’m considering moving to Jersey City and finding a “luxury apartment”. Anyone make this leap before and have thoughts?

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3k seems pretty reasonable for NYC. 3k in Jersey city would not get you a decent 1 bed apartment, unless if you live a bit away from path station and in a fairly old building

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I’m seeing places in Journal Sq and Paulus Hook for 3k with pools, gyms, and dog parks and are under 40 mins to midtown

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Dont do it. Jersey City is so boring and feels very lonely living over there.

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I think if you’re a homebody, prioritizing quality of apartment over doing things in the city, jersey city is a good option. If that’s not you, you’ll regret this. Most who move to Jersey saying “I can easily go to the city whenever I want” end up going way less. And you’re way less likely to end up doing spontaneous things, as everything requires significantly more planning. All food for thought!

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This 💯! Take it from me, who loved to NJ and then came back out of boredom !

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They are the same price in JC

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What is your current neighborhood and the size of your apartment?

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It depends what part of Manhattan you work in and want to hang out in. Upper west side from Jersey City is a pain to get to. I would consider Brooklyn, Queens, or the Bronx before Jersey City for the subway if you aren’t trying to get to midtown or downtown wtc area. You could upgrade to a nice 1 bedroom in another borough in that 3k price range.

Work in Midtown, usually hangout in WV

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If you are single, I would STRONGLY recommend not moving to Jersey City. You will face a lot of criticism and "long distance relationship" commentary.

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