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Beverly, MA is a charming coastal town located in Essex County. Known as the “Gem of the North Shore”, Beverly offers beautiful beaches, amazing restaurants, great nightlife and a vibrant arts community. Residents enjoy the many parks and trails that make up the natural beauty of this part of Massachusetts. It is also home to numerous festivals throughout the year such as the Beverly Homecoming Festival and Horribles Parade. The city has been praised for its safe neighborhoods and strong community spirit. Reviews of Beverly often cite things like excellent schools, low crime rate, friendly people, and low cost of living. Those who have lived in or visited Beverly often speak highly of its low-key atmosphere which makes it an ideal place to raise a family or spend a peaceful weekend away from the bustle of larger cities nearby.
based on 4 ReviewsGet to know Beverly with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Beverly
Overrated and expensive - 1/10/2020
On 3 different occasions I have lived here, each time it wasn't my first choice. My opinion has not changed, but gotten worse. First, the cost of living is not accurate according to the chart. Utilities are expensive. Beverly relies on National Grid for electricity, so for two working people you can expect your bill to be anywhere from $90-180 depending on the season. That's just wrong! Rents and mortgages are both expensive based on cost per square foot. You don't get a lot for your money.
The town itself is IMO going downhill. They do not take care of the roads which means more maintenance may be required for your vehicle. The work that they do manage to do is poor, which just makes the roads even worse. A lot of times they'll sweep the streets, which is great and all, but it's done repeatedly on roads that don't have debris. Before they start their work though, they fill their trucks using the hydrants which causes your drinking water to turn brown. I've been in
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Cost of Living - 12/29/2015
Although Beverly is beautiful, the cost of living is high. to get a good job, you need to commute into Boston which is expensive. As long as you have the money, great place to live and
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I LOVE Beverly - 11/13/2014
I have lived in Beverly for almost 5 years, and have loved every minute of it. The weather is pleasant, but you have to love winters. It's actually not much colder than the mid Midwest, and at times it's colder there than in Beverly. Cabot Street is filled with mom and pop eateries, with a huge variety of food and drinks. There are so many views of the ocean, from so many points in the city. It's convenient to Boston, with 2 trains running regularly. It's beautifully festive during the holidays, and there's a very quaint, old-fashioned atmosphere about the city. The jobs are plentiful, if you want to work, and there's always something/activities going on when you don't work! It's only minutes away from Gloucester, the whale watching capital of the world, and Salem, the "witch capital" of the country, with tons of history. And you can't beat the natural beauty, bordered with a beautiful
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Commute - 9/8/2008
You speak about the average commute in Beverly, MA. But you don't say 'to where' or 'from
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