Moving is more difficult when you have more places you would possibly like to go. If you get a job offer in a specific location that’s great, it makes the decision for you. While you may choose a surrounding town over another, at least you know how long you’d tolerate an everyday commute for.
This gives you parameters to work with.
But if you have more choice, learning to scope out a new city to live in, perhaps out of dozens you wouldn’t mind relaxing in, can feel like a tough ask. Not only does it require diligent thinking and care, but a willingness to try something new. In this post, we intend to help you achieve that outcome:
Start With A Test Stay
One of the best ways to get a feel for a city is to spend time living there temporarily. Staying in short term rentals gives you the chance to explore the area without the long-term commitment of a lease or mortgage, or even staying in hotels for too long. This also lets you try out different neighborhoods and see which one fits your preferences, and also lets you test the waters of the kind of vibe you’re going for. It doesn’t really matter if you’re looking for quiet suburbs, trendy urban areas, or family-friendly communities, it’s nice to know they fit your preference.
A good tip is to pay attention to your daily routine and how it connects with the area. For instance, how long does it take to get groceries? Are public transport options reliable? How does the commute to work or school feel? A short stay gives you the chance to look at houses but also to plan this out.
Act Like A Local
Tourist attractions are pretty darn fun, but they don’t paint the full picture of what living in a city is like and how you’ll engage with it. We’d recommend you consider exploring neighborhoods, visiting parks, and trying out local coffee shops and restaurants just to see what people say. You can ask locals this way. Just spend time walking or biking around to get a sense of how people live and interact.
If there are any on, going to community events, farmer’s markets, or even a local gym class to meet others and hear their thoughts on the city can be helpful, and you’ll be checking out the city in kind thanks to your effort. Visiting during different times of the day and week will also show you what the area is like here and there, which is why we recommend a short stay.
Consider Benefits
Look into the data that gives you an objective idea, and reflects what matters most to you. Look into the quality of schools if you have children or plan to in the future. Research healthcare facilities, crime rates, and the cost of living. If you rely on public transportation, test it out to see how convenient it really is.
Online resources and forums can help, but nothing is really superior talking to locals or recent people that have moved here too. Perhaps in a given area, you’re in a catchment area for a school. Learning that can be helpful.
With this advice, we hope you can more easily scope out that new city to live in for good.
But if you have more choice, learning to scope out a new city to live in, perhaps out of dozens you wouldn’t mind relaxing in, can feel like a tough ask. Not only does it require diligent thinking and care, but a willingness to try something new. In this post, we intend to help you achieve that outcome:
Start With A Test Stay
One of the best ways to get a feel for a city is to spend time living there temporarily. Staying in short term rentals gives you the chance to explore the area without the long-term commitment of a lease or mortgage, or even staying in hotels for too long. This also lets you try out different neighborhoods and see which one fits your preferences, and also lets you test the waters of the kind of vibe you’re going for. It doesn’t really matter if you’re looking for quiet suburbs, trendy urban areas, or family-friendly communities, it’s nice to know they fit your preference.
A good tip is to pay attention to your daily routine and how it connects with the area. For instance, how long does it take to get groceries? Are public transport options reliable? How does the commute to work or school feel? A short stay gives you the chance to look at houses but also to plan this out.
Act Like A Local
Tourist attractions are pretty darn fun, but they don’t paint the full picture of what living in a city is like and how you’ll engage with it. We’d recommend you consider exploring neighborhoods, visiting parks, and trying out local coffee shops and restaurants just to see what people say. You can ask locals this way. Just spend time walking or biking around to get a sense of how people live and interact.
If there are any on, going to community events, farmer’s markets, or even a local gym class to meet others and hear their thoughts on the city can be helpful, and you’ll be checking out the city in kind thanks to your effort. Visiting during different times of the day and week will also show you what the area is like here and there, which is why we recommend a short stay.
Consider Benefits
Look into the data that gives you an objective idea, and reflects what matters most to you. Look into the quality of schools if you have children or plan to in the future. Research healthcare facilities, crime rates, and the cost of living. If you rely on public transportation, test it out to see how convenient it really is.
Online resources and forums can help, but nothing is really superior talking to locals or recent people that have moved here too. Perhaps in a given area, you’re in a catchment area for a school. Learning that can be helpful.
With this advice, we hope you can more easily scope out that new city to live in for good.
No comments