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What BestPlaces Users Say about Massachusetts
Massachusetts is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and top-rated universities. It is also known for its high cost of living and harsh winters. Many people are drawn to this state for its vibrant cities, quaint towns, and beautiful landscapes. However, living in Massachusetts may not be for everyone. Let's take a look at what some users have to say about their experiences living in this particular place.
Summarized user reviews about living in Massachusetts:
1. User "Tom" shared that he has been living in Massachusetts for over 20 years and loves it. He praises the state for its strong job market, excellent schools, and beautiful nature. However, he notes that the cost of living is high and the winters can be tough.
2. "Samantha" moved to Massachusetts for college and has stayed ever since. She enjoys the diverse food scene, endless entertainment options, and the sense of community in her town. She does mention that traffic and housing prices can be a challenge.
3. According to "John," Massachusetts offers a great mix of urban and rural areas. He appreciates the rich history and cultural events but warns that the high taxes and crowded cities may not be for everyone.
4. "Emily" recently moved to Massachusetts and has mixed feelings about it. She loves the charming New England feel and proximity to the ocean, but struggles with the high rent and lack of affordable housing options. She also mentions that the state can feel very crowded at times.
based on 71 ReviewsGet to know Massachusetts with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Massachusetts
Housing - 11/18/2009
I feel the housing market is out of proportion compared to the rest of the
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Hard Economy - 8/15/2009
Like most of the country, Massachusetts has been hit hard with job losses and with
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Relocating soon... - 7/21/2009
Hello all out there in the 'Boston' area I am looking to relocate within the next few months and I really want to get it right the first time. I'm looking for reasonably affordable cost of living, good quality of life, diverse neighbors,weather not too bad (tolerable), near community i.e. market, park etc... I know sounds too good to be true but it's either Boston or "Mayberry" LOL! Thanks all for helping me to find that perfect place to live in
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Wayland MA - 3/2/2009
Great schools, friendly, very cold and brutal winters, people are very hard to get to know and very provincial in the
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I Love Granville MA- It is really beautiful, lots - 11/22/2008
My partner & I like kayaking, hiking, Motorcycle rides, 4 wheeling, x-c skiing, rollerblading and viewing the wildlife. There are lots of wild turkeys, bears, beavers, geese, and even saw one moose in 10 yrs. Cultural stuff is a bit of a ride; 45 min to 1 hr & 15 min away. We are close to Hartford Ct, Springfield MA, & Western Ma. There a x-c ski area a few miles away, but the snow is much better in Pittsfield MA which is about a hr away. It is a great place to raise a family.
I am originally from NC. I miss the southern hospitality of the south. There are lots of friendly New England folks, but it was a real cultural shock moving to MA from NC.
There are so many places to play in New England- VT, NH, NY, ME & RI are with in one to five hrs away. Cape Cod is nice. We like the rail trails at the Cape and near our house: Granby CT, Lanesboro MA, and Hillsdale NY. If you are thinking of coming to Granville or the area to visit, I would recommend the Fall. The
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New England Weather - 10/29/2008
I have to say that if an individual wants to experience the full scope of changing seasons, move to New England. There's a little bit of everything and always changing at that! Humid, windy, cold, scorching it runs the
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Is it true that people in Massachusetts are very r - 10/21/2008
I have being living in Florida for 8 years but I am originally from South America. I came to the US to go to college, during those college years I met my husband who is from Massachusetts and who didn’t want to move to Latin America. Now we have almost 3 years married and he wants to go back to Mass in the next year or so…. But I am kind of afraid since every blog that I read about living in Mass you will find people being racist against Latin people or making reference that people are racist in the state. People here in Florida are used to people with accents and it doesn’t matter your nationality you will find a good job and friends from every where in the world. I just don’t want to be miserable there. I am not looking for a Latin community either and I am used to rude people... we have lots here. Could anyone be honest and tell me the reality of a Latin girl graduated is the States and married to American guy should expect from
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