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No. Stamford is at least as expensive. They think it's a nicer place, with more of a New York neighborhood feel. The "downtown" part of SONO where one would live is very small. Downtown Stamford, including the new, hot area south of the tracks, is much bigger.
 
If you don't need to be in CT, I'll throw something else into the mix...HOBOKEN

It's gotten more pricey over the years, but gives you the benefit of NYC without being in NY..I lived there for 12 years and loved it...in fact considering moving back

It's not as hectic, cheaper, easier to get in/out, a very easy trip into NY, safe and has its own social life...

If you haven't been there, take a trip down on a sunny day
 
You're talking about two places that are 15 minutes from each other. If you're used to city life, pick Stamford. SoNo is a great neighborhood (and it is despite some of the input from the naysayers here), but it's just that -- a neighborhood. Stamford, while sterile, is a true small city. And South Norwalk is a short hop away in any event.
 
Grab your balls and move to NYC if that's the city feel you and your girlfriend are looking for. You won't find it anywhere in Connecticut.
 
It's a longer train ride into NYC but I think the city you're looking for is Waterbury.
 
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businesslawyer said:
I'm mid fifties and suburban. But I can tell you that the young professionals in our office are moving from NYC to STamford, and love it, and none of them give SONO even a passing glance.
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which means ...

You are just about ready for the emptynest urban condo in a cute city. Hmmmm ... no more Green Acres & you need to move.
 
Fairfield>SoNo>Stamford


Do you love one way streets? Do I have a town for you!
 
Honestly, this young man would love living on Block Island.

Do you have a boat or a helicopter?
 
PM me with any questions, live in Norwalk and been spending time in SoNo for years. Great place, really cleaned itself up. Tons of restaurants, 50-60 min to Grand Central (depending on express trains), Calf Pasture Beach and Vets Park are extremely close. Local to both 95 and the Merritt. Really no downside to it, as long as your on Washington St north. Anything on South Main/Water St southward you want to avoid. PM me with any questions.

Don't get me wrong, I work in Stamford and spend a lot of time downtime but 1) Stamford is more expensive, and 2) Norwalk has more to offer as far as shopping options than Stamford (as a whole). Stamford has Ridgeway/Target and the Mall. Norwalk has CT Ave, which has multiple grocery stores, Best Buy, PC Richards,
Walmart, Khols amongst others. Route 7 has a ton of places, and Westport Ave has a lot of choices as well as Stew Leonard's. If you are just looking at downtown options Stamford blows Norwalk away. If your looking for more of a "community feel" and a cheaper option (but still expensive) then Norwalk is the place.

Either way you'll honestly spend a lot of time in both cities.
 
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superjohn said:
It's a longer train ride into NYC but I think the city you're looking for is Waterbury.
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Yes, Waterbury is outstanding. Not to mention the fact that Stormin' Norman Bailey once played for the UCONN Waterbury branch basketball team.

The only good for nothing dump in Connecticut that reeks more than Waterbury is Bridgeport.
 
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Gampeltiles said:
Yes, Waterbury is outstanding. Not to mention the fact that Stormin' Norman Bailey once played for the UCONN Waterbury branch basketball team. The only good for nothing dump in Connecticut that reeks more than Waterbury is Bridgeport.
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Waterbury? Now I've seen it all. How about Ansonia? Lol.
Bridgeport ( specifically Black Rock ) could actually have a case made for it considering OP's criteria. Don't think it is as good a fit as Stanford or SoNo, so I didn't chime in, but I would live in Black Rock.
Waterbury? Sweet Baby Jesus.
 
SoNo is a good choice. You are not far from NYC or the New England States. I-95 or the Merritt gives you out of town movement. Plus there is a difference in housing costs (and perhaps cost of goods, certainly gas) between the two. As for things to do you are a 30-45 minute drive in any direction to find it.

I'm in Fairfield County and I like being able to get to Boston or NYC, and back, in a relatively short time. Commuted 20+ years every day to downtown NYC, it wasn't bad. Stamford has more trains to NYC but the next express stop is Norwalk. For the 10 mile difference I think you will save money and get the same benefits, if not more. I will say that at certain times of the workday traffic in that area is horrendous.
 
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Waterbury isn't a realistic commute to NYC on a daily basis. I live in Milford which is also a hike for me but it is great for the family and so I put up with the commute. When I was single I lived in Stamford. I enjoyed it. SoNo is cool but Stamford has some great apts downtown with lots to do within walking distance.
 
Kitaman said:
SoNo is a good choice. You are not far from NYC or the New England States. I-95 or the Merritt gives you out of town movement. Plus there is a difference in housing costs (and perhaps cost of goods, certainly gas) between the two. As for things to do you are a 30-45 minute drive in any direction to find it.

I'm in Fairfield County and I like being able to get to Boston or NYC, and back, in a relatively short time. Commuted 20+ years every day to downtown NYC, it wasn't bad. Stamford has more trains to NYC but the next express stop is Norwalk. For the 10 mile difference I think you will save money and get the same benefits, if not more. I will say that at certain times of the workday traffic in that area is horrendous.
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Wow. First time i have heard I-95 and movement used together in a long time.
 
Pudge said:
which means ...

You are just about ready for the emptynest urban condo in a cute city. Hmmmm ... no more Green Acres & you need to move.
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We talk about it Pudge. But until my wife retires (or is retired) as a local public official, we can't make much of a move.
 
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Fairfield County sucks. Don't make the move unless you are fine with hoards of traffic and long commutes.

The Sono ride to GCS is probably more than 45 minutes. It's about 45 from downtown Stamford. If I had to chose, I'd go Sono or Stamford. The rest of the towns all suck.
 
Forgot to mention in my first post... when I lived in Stamford about 8-9yrs ago, its nickname was Manford. You said youve got a lady friend, but who knows, I always like to have options or a backup plan, or at least a view.
 
Caronimo said:
Fairfield County sucks. Don't make the move unless you are fine with hoards of traffic and long commutes.

The Sono ride to GCS is probably more than 45 minutes. It's about 45 from downtown Stamford. If I had to chose, I'd go Sono or Stamford. The rest of the towns all suck.
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Exactly, Waterbury is probably your best bet but I would also look into Winsted.
 
I might have some insight on this topic. SONO is nice an up and coming downtown place. Those new Ironworks apartments look awesome, but I bet they are expensive as hell. My suggestion if you are going to drop that kind of money on rent, you would probably be better off in Stamford. It is a little more expensive, but closer to New York and there are more bars and resturants, etc. Now I love living in Norwalk and the bars on Washington St. are great, there just isn't as much. But definitly beach wise, and if you ever want to fish or go boating, Norwalk has got Stamford beat. Either way enjoy the area, it is really nice especially during the summer.
 
GF is 4'9", 93 lbs soaking wet, any concern with either town on safety? I know every area has some rougher parts, but overall?

As renting goes, prices are great for both places for quality. 1500-2000 for a great place and a train ride to me is much better than 2800-3200 in the UES or the other boroughs.

Keep the feedback coming, it's well appreciated.

Also yeah I would avoid areas around Woodward Ave, South Main St. and Lowe Street. Even though they moved the police station right down in SONO by the train station some years ago. There are still some areas I'd think twice before walking around at night.
 
NorwalkHusky said:
GF is 4'9", 93 lbs soaking wet, any concern with either town on safety? I know every area has some rougher parts, but overall?

As renting goes, prices are great for both places for quality. 1500-2000 for a great place and a train ride to me is much better than 2800-3200 in the UES or the other boroughs.

Keep the feedback coming, it's well appreciated.

Also yeah I would avoid areas around Woodward Ave, South Main St. and Lowe Street. Even though they moved the police station right down in SONO by the train station some years ago. There are still some areas I'd think twice before walking around at night.
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Consider crossing the bridge into East Norwalk
 
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