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re: Moving to D.C. area
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:19 pm to themasterpater
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:19 pm to themasterpater
Get ready for sticker shock and traffic from he--!! If you want to have a life besides working and commuting you'll want to live as close to work as possible. Someone said Georgetown?!?!? Your budget would get you a packing crate there. 
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Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:21 pm to Upperdecker
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Don't live in DC. You're welcome
Got to love people who have never left their home state and scoff at people for daring to live elsewhere. It would be funny if it wasn't so sad.
To the OP: DC is a great city and I hope you enjoy living there. Wish I could give some advice but I'm sure there are others here who have better knowledge on the area. Maybe check Glover Park?
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:21 pm to conservativewifeymom
Not moving to Georgetown. I'll be working in Lorton. The budget is for with roommates, not a 1 BR.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:22 pm to themasterpater
Arlington is not safe or attractive! If the rent is lower, there is a reason.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:23 pm to IvanCCCP
quote:classic Marylander
I didn't read anything more than the topic.
post without reading
drive without looking
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:25 pm to Pilot Tiger
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Pilot Tiger
I know, I was bad. LOL
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:25 pm to themasterpater
I understand,I read your original posts. Besides rent, you're looking at utilities, cable TV, phone bills. Rents around here (I'm in MD) are crazy. Even coming from New Orleans, you'll be pretty shocked.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:25 pm to Pilot Tiger
quote:
classic Marylander
post without reading
drive without looking
Lulz
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:26 pm to conservativewifeymom
How is Arlington not safe or attractive? I've heard the exact opposite.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:28 pm to IvanCCCP
Ye gads, commute to Lorton from Silver Spring or Columbia?!?! Kiss your life bye bye.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:29 pm to themasterpater
Large immigrant population, including illegals and gang activity. Vastly different demographics and political realities up here than even in NO.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:31 pm to themasterpater
quote:Arlington in the 80s and 90s was very hispanic and dangerous
How is Arlington not safe or attractive? I've heard the exact opposite.
it is full of young professionals now with plenty of disposable income, especially along the orange line
It's a totally safe place and one of the most desirable cities in America
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:31 pm to conservativewifeymom
Well what's your suggestion? I'm open to a different opinion.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:32 pm to Pilot Tiger
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it is full of young professionals now with plenty of disposable income, especially along the orange line
It's a totally safe place and one of the most desirable cities in America
This is all I've heard
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:33 pm to themasterpater
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:34 pm to themasterpater
As I said, close to work. You can always commute to your chosen entertainment areas, but for daily sanity everyone's looking to work as close to home as possible.
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:37 pm to Pilot Tiger
Hahahaha
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:44 pm to conservativewifeymom
quote:I agree with this which is why I did mention Kingstowne and Springfield
As I said, close to work. You can always commute to your chosen entertainment areas, but for daily sanity everyone's looking to work as close to home as possible.
not "sexy" places, but your commute won't be bad and you're a 15 min uber ride to the Arlington or Old Town Alexandria night life
Posted on 11/20/16 at 3:52 pm to themasterpater
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Well what's your suggestion? I'm open to a different opinion.
I'm not familiar with Lorton, but I will say that having a terrible commute really does have a negative impact on your life. Speaking from experience.
Are you wanting to live in DC because that's the nearest city, or because it makes the most sense for your job?
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