Comments on: 5 most affordable cities in America http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/ Consumer advocate Christopher Elliott's site. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:25:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: BillW http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-38098 BillW Sat, 24 Apr 2010 17:29:58 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-38098 The only reason I can think White Plains is on this list is the ridiculous taxes one has to pay as a resident of Westchester County -- known for the highest property taxes in the USA. Also, White Plains is within commuting distance of New York City, which drives costs up. There is very, very little of interest or appeal when it comes to White Plains itself. It's not worth a visit. I know because I live a few miles away from it. White Plains should not have even be included in this article. The only reason I can think White Plains is on this list is the ridiculous taxes one has to pay as a resident of Westchester County — known for the highest property taxes in the USA. Also, White Plains is within commuting distance of New York City, which drives costs up. There is very, very little of interest or appeal when it comes to White Plains itself. It’s not worth a visit. I know because I live a few miles away from it. White Plains should not have even be included in this article.

]]> By: Carl G. http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-28199 Carl G. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 19:01:08 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-28199 The link from: "...Mercer’s latest city ranking...." ...does NOT have any list of city rankings. I wanted to see where Cincinnati falls in the list. It's quite often on 'most affordable' lists. No way to tell from that link, though. The link from:
“…Mercer’s latest city ranking….”
…does NOT have any list of city rankings. I wanted to see where Cincinnati falls in the list. It’s quite often on ‘most affordable’ lists. No way to tell from that link, though.

]]> By: Cheap Getaways - Travel in the US, Budget Travel | Top Trips http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-22317 Cheap Getaways - Travel in the US, Budget Travel | Top Trips Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:08:32 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-22317 [...] to Mercer’s latest city ranking. Which other cities made the “most affordable” list?  Read More... Do you like this?   Not Yet Rated Related Tags: budget, deals, [...] [...] to Mercer’s latest city ranking. Which other cities made the “most affordable” list?  Read More… Do you like this?   Not Yet Rated Related Tags: budget, deals, [...]

]]> By: ageekymom http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-22150 ageekymom Sun, 02 Aug 2009 13:15:36 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-22150 Surprise! Surprise! Another travel blog dismissing Detroit! Perhaps you should rethink your position. Detroit (and surrounding communities) have a lot to offer visitors. Offhand comments, such as yours, are some of the reasons that Detroit is still seen as it was 15-20 years ago. Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford museum, along with Cranbrook Education Community offer days worth of high-quality sightseeing. I urge you to take another look at Detroit! Surprise! Surprise! Another travel blog dismissing Detroit! Perhaps you should rethink your position. Detroit (and surrounding communities) have a lot to offer visitors. Offhand comments, such as yours, are some of the reasons that Detroit is still seen as it was 15-20 years ago.
Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford museum, along with Cranbrook Education Community offer days worth of high-quality sightseeing. I urge you to take another look at Detroit!

]]> By: bisco http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-22143 bisco Sun, 02 Aug 2009 06:19:46 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-22143 I happen to live in Winston-Salem, and I am surprised at this finding. But I do have a very nice 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment for $600... guess thats not so bad. I happen to live in Winston-Salem, and I am surprised at this finding. But I do have a very nice 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment for $600… guess thats not so bad.

]]> By: Jeff http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-22094 Jeff Fri, 31 Jul 2009 18:52:20 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-22094 San Francisco and Honolulu are much more expensive to live in than Los Angeles. Who did this study? San Francisco and Honolulu are much more expensive to live in than Los Angeles. Who did this study?

]]> By: Follow me Friday « SixSuitcaseTravel http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-22048 Follow me Friday « SixSuitcaseTravel Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:00:10 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-22048 [...] 5 Most Affordable Cities in America – Elliot.org [...] [...] 5 Most Affordable Cities in America – Elliot.org [...]

]]> By: Jim http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-22017 Jim Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:33:00 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-22017 Don't be so quick to dismiss Pittsburgh. Since my daughter moved there in 2003, I've visited numerous times. It's a great city once you get to know it. Excellent cultural and athletic venues, wide range of good eating of every type and ethnicity, and few cities have a more beautiful center than the three rivers convergence. Give Pittsburgh a chance and you'll like it. Don’t be so quick to dismiss Pittsburgh. Since my daughter moved there in 2003, I’ve visited numerous times. It’s a great city once you get to know it. Excellent cultural and athletic venues, wide range of good eating of every type and ethnicity, and few cities have a more beautiful center than the three rivers convergence. Give Pittsburgh a chance and you’ll like it.

]]> By: tylerw http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-21998 tylerw Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:05:26 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-21998 How is White Plains, NY one of the top 5 most expensive cities in the US? Just curious! How is White Plains, NY one of the top 5 most expensive cities in the US? Just curious!

]]> By: Katie http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-21996 Katie Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:26:59 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-21996 I grew up in Pittsburgh (family still there) and have lived in NYC for the last 5 years, so I can definitely testify to the differing affordability! And despite living now in "the greatest city in the world," I still rally people to visit Pittsburgh whenever I can. There are great museums, lots of theaters, and amazing restaurants, not to mention being coupled with availability of outdoor activities as well. All of the colleges/universities mean there's also a decent night-life - all of this in a city that still retains a "small-town" feel, with tons of friendly people and a slower, family-oriented vibe. I actually tell people a lot that Park Slope, Brooklyn reminds me so much of the Shadyside/Squirrel Hill areas in Pittsburgh (granted, on a smaller scale). I think I'm a little too used to the insane fast-pace of NYC to settle back into Pittsburgh just yet, but would recommend either city to anyone looking for somewhere to go. I grew up in Pittsburgh (family still there) and have lived in NYC for the last 5 years, so I can definitely testify to the differing affordability! And despite living now in “the greatest city in the world,” I still rally people to visit Pittsburgh whenever I can. There are great museums, lots of theaters, and amazing restaurants, not to mention being coupled with availability of outdoor activities as well. All of the colleges/universities mean there’s also a decent night-life – all of this in a city that still retains a “small-town” feel, with tons of friendly people and a slower, family-oriented vibe. I actually tell people a lot that Park Slope, Brooklyn reminds me so much of the Shadyside/Squirrel Hill areas in Pittsburgh (granted, on a smaller scale).

I think I’m a little too used to the insane fast-pace of NYC to settle back into Pittsburgh just yet, but would recommend either city to anyone looking for somewhere to go.

]]> By: Sharon Hurley Hall http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-21993 Sharon Hurley Hall Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:43:57 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-21993 Agreed. I'm in no rush to visit Detroit while I'd be happy to go back to New York, despite the prices. Not sure that cost of living is always a prime concern when booking a holiday, though perhaps it should be. ;) Agreed. I’m in no rush to visit Detroit while I’d be happy to go back to New York, despite the prices. Not sure that cost of living is always a prime concern when booking a holiday, though perhaps it should be. ;)

]]> By: Chicky http://www.elliott.org/blog/5-most-affordable-cities-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-21983 Chicky Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:42:09 +0000 http://www.elliott.org/?p=7529#comment-21983 Winston-Salem is a beautiful place, and Old Salem is definitely worth a visit. One of my favorite destinations is Nashville, Tenn. Yeah, yeah, the capital of country music. True, but many other music varieties are represented, and the city has a thriving music club scene, as well as the Belcourt Theater, which shows indie and foreign flicks. The shopping is great, even if you don't set foot in Opry Mills, and the dining is wonderful. With one out of every 7 or 8 Nashvillians being foreign-born, great ethnic food is available everywhere. Hotels can be had for a reasonable price, and the Frist Museum, the Parthenon, Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, the Hermitage and Belle Meade Plantation are just a few non-country music attractions. Nashville is one of my very favorite cities. Winston-Salem is a beautiful place, and Old Salem is definitely worth a visit.
One of my favorite destinations is Nashville, Tenn. Yeah, yeah, the capital of country music. True, but many other music varieties are represented, and the city has a thriving music club scene, as well as the Belcourt Theater, which shows indie and foreign flicks. The shopping is great, even if you don’t set foot in Opry Mills, and the dining is wonderful. With one out of every 7 or 8 Nashvillians being foreign-born, great ethnic food is available everywhere. Hotels can be had for a reasonable price, and the Frist Museum, the Parthenon, Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, the Hermitage and Belle Meade Plantation are just a few non-country music attractions. Nashville is one of my very favorite cities.

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