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Top 10 Most Affordable Cities in Connecticut (2025)

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If you're looking to live in Connecticut without breaking the bank, this list of the top 10 most affordable cities is for you. These cities are ranked based on the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment and the median sale price of a 3-bedroom home.  Be sure to watch the video to learn about the pros and cons of each location, helping you decide which city might be the right fit. 1. Waterbury 2-Bedroom Rent: ~$1,600/month 3-Bedroom Home Price: ~$295,000 👍 Pros : Best-in-state bargains, diverse housing, commuter rail access 👎 Cons : Some high-crime areas; slower redevelopment 2. Torrington 2-Bedroom Rent: ~$1,900–2,100/month 3-Bedroom Home Price: ~$270,000 👍 Pros: Family-friendly, parks, excellent value 👎 Cons: Limited jobs, older housing, less transit 3. Hartford 2-Bedroom Rent: ~$1,500–1,600/month 3-Bedroom Home Price: ~$290,000 👍 Pros: Urban amenities, transit, central CT 👎 Cons: Crime/school disparities, rent volatility 4. New Britain 2-Bedroom Rent: ~$2,100–2,200/month 3...

New Price Rite Marketplace Opening This Fall in Waterbury — 50 Jobs Coming Soon

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Waterbury, Connecticut is about to welcome a brand-new grocery store—and it's bringing much-needed job opportunities with it. Price Rite Marketplace, known for offering affordable groceries and community-focused service, is opening a 34,000-square-foot store at 943 Wolcott Street this fall. This expansion is expected to create around 50 new jobs for local residents. 💼 What Types of Jobs Are Coming? While specific job titles haven’t been officially listed yet, Price Rite typically hires for positions like: Cashiers Stock Clerks Customer Service Associates Produce, Meat, and Deli Clerks Department Managers Overnight & Maintenance Crew Many of these roles are entry-level, making this a great opportunity for people looking to get back into the workforce or find a flexible job close to home. 📍 About the Location The new store is being built on Wolcott Street, replacing a former grocery store that closed its doors years ago. The site has been vacant for a long time, and this develo...