Look at the Tolland or Ellington area. I live in Tolland, and it's a nice place. (Though I prefer Western New York). Whoa, AnandTech in CT? That'd be cool. We're just a little nothing state.
If Anand is going to be in the YALE/New Haven area, traffic is the biggest problem. I-95 is horrible, but as you head north on I-91 it gets better. Rocky Hill, Southington, Wallingford, and some points east are nice and not as over-priced as the Gold Coast. I live in the Northeast, or 'armpit' of CT to Fairfield county, but it's the new area for people going to Boston but not wanting to deal with Mass.
Ct is a great place to raise a family and not so great if you are single. Boston and NYC is close. Stay away fro Fairfield County, stamford, fairfield. It is traffic chokenpuke.
Hartford Burbs are cool. I live in Glastonbury 5 miles southeast of Htfd. I like Rocky Hill amd south Windsor better not as snobby. Too late kids are already in schools. Great Schools in Ct.
I grew up in a small town in CT called Winsted. Theres a nice lake named Highland Lake, swimming, diving, fishing, and water skiing. Gets pretty cold in the winter lots of snow skiing and sledding, can ice skate or fish on the frozen lake.
Yo, man... The only 3 reasons I can think of living in CT are: 1.) Run away from Hurricanes A-Z. 2.) *Possible*(?) economic advantages 3.) North Caro must be another name for Hell.
I've been living here for 3 yrs., 1 wk., 1 day... And I don't really like it here. But I guess that's just coming from a Seattle-ite that's homesick.
If you're adamant on coming up here, the affluent people tend to live near NY, or Avon/Simsbury. I'm not sure how comfortable you'll be in Avon/Simsbury, but obviously the closer you live to NY, the more metropolitan it gets. Hartford is ghetto as hell-- quite possibly the 3-ring of hell itself.
I dunno man... I'd stay away from here if I were you. On the flip-side the trip up here might increase my chance to meet the great Anand Lal Shimpi!
Yes, I live in Connecticut and to be honest, as long as you don't live in cities along the coast most of Connecticut is a nice place to live. I happen to live outside of Danbury in a town called Newtown. Not the place to buy into now, the market is a sellers market still there, but it is probably the most attractive town in the state. Look for areas where you have quick access to the interstates like i84, and a city for entertainment and jobs.
Like I said, avoid Shelton, Hartford, New Haven etc unless you're used to it. Jake's got the right idea when picking your town. Pick a town which is closer to activities which are just better for raising families or having a summer house.
Hope this is helpful, keep up the great site! You guys helped me build a super cheap system for $700 that competes with your value systems! All of your stuff is helpful even your top of the line reviews (Though I'm a value gamer myself)!
CT huh? Well the only advice I can give is the middle of the state is a pretty good location.
The shoreline can be nice, but I95 is a pain in the ass during rush our everyday.
There are lots of isolated places, but they're usually just boring. I won't go on a rant about how small towns can fester drugs and alcohol as parents let things like TV raise their kids. ;)
now for why I suggest the middle of the state, I currently live in Rocky Hill and I have loads of destinations within 10 minutes driving distance. I even have 3 Walmarts in proximity to me, though I personally find that fact disturbing. With Hartford close by, and having many major high ways nearby, it's a very comfortable area to live in.
Just a warning, going toward NY from pretty much anywhere is tough during rush hour. Hopefully that's not a problem. good luck with whatever you want info. about my state for. ;)
guyz, maybe he's not looking for himself. maybe its for the olivia chick. if he just bought a house in the cheap state of NC why would he move to the expensive tri-state area?
A friend of mine lived in Huntington, CT. for a while. Very small town but it did have a fire dept. and a greasy spoon. It wasn't far from Shelton which was a decent-sized town. Real estate was still high but was nearing respectable levels and was a nice-looking area in which to live.
Depends on if you want a bigger city feel (maybe Bridgeport or Greenwich - closer to NYC) or not and still be close to NYC.
My parents grew up in West Hartford, CT. I lived there for a year when I was in 8th grade.
The schools are great for kids, lots of arts and activities, strong religious communities (if you're in to that) ... sports ... skiing, biking, hockey, etc ...
There are a lot of nice areas all over CT though, I'd probably prefer some secluded lake area near Riverside, CT where they've been making Hitchcock furniture for years.
Hey Anand been living in CT for my whole life, try out anything in the greater Hartford area, primarily South Windsor, Ellington (great new housing dev).
Email if you have any questions, I'll be glad to show ya around. (ps, desi here as well)
You're just moving into a house in NC, but now want to move to CT? I don't get it.
I'm sure you'll be graduating soon, but even if you received a job offer working for a company in CT, why would you need any other job besides Anandtech? Or, maybe your significant other already lives in CT and wants you to move there?
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Xendre64 - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 - link
Look at the Tolland or Ellington area. I live in Tolland, and it's a nice place. (Though I prefer Western New York). Whoa, AnandTech in CT? That'd be cool. We're just a little nothing state.Mike - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 - link
If Anand is going to be in the YALE/New Haven area, traffic is the biggest problem. I-95 is horrible, but as you head north on I-91 it gets better. Rocky Hill, Southington, Wallingford, and some points east are nice and not as over-priced as the Gold Coast.I live in the Northeast, or 'armpit' of CT to Fairfield county, but it's the new area for people going to Boston but not wanting to deal with Mass.
RKON - Monday, October 20, 2003 - link
Ct is a great place to raise a family and not so great if you are single. Boston and NYC is close. Stay away fro Fairfield County, stamford, fairfield. It is traffic chokenpuke.Hartford Burbs are cool. I live in Glastonbury 5 miles southeast of Htfd. I like Rocky Hill amd south Windsor better not as snobby. Too late kids are already in schools. Great Schools in Ct.
Blieb - Monday, October 20, 2003 - link
Highland Lake is a gorgeous place. My uncle had a boat there for years.Awesome times. Gorgeous.
hhh - Monday, October 20, 2003 - link
lkklDasterdly - Sunday, October 19, 2003 - link
BTW stay away from Hartford and Waterbury, Bridgeport has a lot of tech influences if you need to be close to that.Dasterdly - Sunday, October 19, 2003 - link
I grew up in a small town in CT called Winsted. Theres a nice lake named Highland Lake, swimming, diving, fishing, and water skiing. Gets pretty cold in the winter lots of snow skiing and sledding, can ice skate or fish on the frozen lake.Anonymous - Friday, October 17, 2003 - link
i wonder if he has the freshie accent :)Anonymous - Friday, October 17, 2003 - link
anands desi?Mike - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 - link
Yo, man... The only 3 reasons I can think of living in CT are:1.) Run away from Hurricanes A-Z.
2.) *Possible*(?) economic advantages
3.) North Caro must be another name for Hell.
I've been living here for 3 yrs., 1 wk., 1 day... And I don't really like it here. But I guess that's just coming from a Seattle-ite that's homesick.
If you're adamant on coming up here, the affluent people tend to live near NY, or Avon/Simsbury. I'm not sure how comfortable you'll be in Avon/Simsbury, but obviously the closer you live to NY, the more metropolitan it gets. Hartford is ghetto as hell-- quite possibly the 3-ring of hell itself.
I dunno man... I'd stay away from here if I were you. On the flip-side the trip up here might increase my chance to meet the great Anand Lal Shimpi!
Peter - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 - link
Yes, I live in Connecticut and to be honest, as long as you don't live in cities along the coast most of Connecticut is a nice place to live. I happen to live outside of Danbury in a town called Newtown. Not the place to buy into now, the market is a sellers market still there, but it is probably the most attractive town in the state. Look for areas where you have quick access to the interstates like i84, and a city for entertainment and jobs.Like I said, avoid Shelton, Hartford, New Haven etc unless you're used to it. Jake's got the right idea when picking your town. Pick a town which is closer to activities which are just better for raising families or having a summer house.
Hope this is helpful, keep up the great site! You guys helped me build a super cheap system for $700 that competes with your value systems! All of your stuff is helpful even your top of the line reviews (Though I'm a value gamer myself)!
Anonymous - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 - link
#2, what's up with the conspiracy theories. Go away.Anyway, keep up the good work Anand. Oh, and make sure BF1942 is included. :)
jake - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
CT huh? Well the only advice I can give is the middle of the state is a pretty good location.The shoreline can be nice, but I95 is a pain in the ass during rush our everyday.
There are lots of isolated places, but they're usually just boring. I won't go on a rant about how small towns can fester drugs and alcohol as parents let things like TV raise their kids. ;)
now for why I suggest the middle of the state, I currently live in Rocky Hill and I have loads of destinations within 10 minutes driving distance. I even have 3 Walmarts in proximity to me, though I personally find that fact disturbing. With Hartford close by, and having many major high ways nearby, it's a very comfortable area to live in.
Just a warning, going toward NY from pretty much anywhere is tough during rush hour. Hopefully that's not a problem. good luck with whatever you want info. about my state for. ;)
liv303 - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
Awwwwwwwwwwww thanks for mentioning our engagement!ben - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
As Liv's hubby-to-be (thanks anand!) - I sure wouldn't mind if he bought us a house up in CT - :-pAnonymous - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
guyz, maybe he's not looking for himself. maybe its for the olivia chick. if he just bought a house in the cheap state of NC why would he move to the expensive tri-state area?Illuminati - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
Yes, please do explain your interest in CT... I thought you were having an AnandTech building built in NC? Have plans changed?Anonymous - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
A friend of mine lived in Huntington, CT. for a while. Very small town but it did have a fire dept. and a greasy spoon. It wasn't far from Shelton which was a decent-sized town. Real estate was still high but was nearing respectable levels and was a nice-looking area in which to live.Depends on if you want a bigger city feel (maybe Bridgeport or Greenwich - closer to NYC) or not and still be close to NYC.
Blieb - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
My parents grew up in West Hartford, CT. I lived there for a year when I was in 8th grade.The schools are great for kids, lots of arts and activities, strong religious communities (if you're in to that) ... sports ... skiing, biking, hockey, etc ...
There are a lot of nice areas all over CT though, I'd probably prefer some secluded lake area near Riverside, CT where they've been making Hitchcock furniture for years.
:)
Umer - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
Hey Anandbeen living in CT for my whole life, try out anything in the greater Hartford area, primarily South Windsor, Ellington (great new housing dev).
Email if you have any questions, I'll be glad to show ya around.
(ps, desi here as well)
Anonymous - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
You're just moving into a house in NC, but now want to move to CT? I don't get it.I'm sure you'll be graduating soon, but even if you received a job offer working for a company in CT, why would you need any other job besides Anandtech? Or, maybe your significant other already lives in CT and wants you to move there?
Hmmm...
Anonymous - Monday, October 13, 2003 - link
You want to see big bugs, try going down to Florida. Those roaches and spiders make our here in NC look small.