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Stamford isn't exactly a big city, but it has quite a large population, 122,643 according to the 2010 census- a true testament to the draw of the place. The weather in Stamford is quite stable, with a high of 73.2 degrees in July, and 30.9 in February. With that in mind, let us proceed to the little details of moving to this city.

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First Priorities

First Priorities

Check your bank account to ensure that you have enough money to cover the security deposit, and at the very least, the first month’s rent. Your landlord will almost certainly require these items, in addition to running a background check, a credit check, and possibly, asking for a reference or two. Make sure these little details are in order before setting out on your search for apartments in Stanford. If your credit is bad, you might need a guarantor or consignee with good credit to help you secure an apartment.

Make a List, Check it Twice

Put in Some Legwork Don’t rely only on the listings you find online. If you can, drive around to see if you can find some of those hidden gems the landlords did not place on online real estate websites. Sometimes, by asking around, you might score that perfect place.

Where to live in Stanford

Where to live in Stanford

The exact location where you end up in Stamford will affect your overall perception of the city. Those living by the water have a different view than those living inland. Here is an overview of some of Stamford's residential neighborhoods.

Long Ridge: A part of North Stamford, Long Ridge is a village located in an area marked as a historic district on The National Register of Historical Places.

Shippan Point: Shippan Point is in the East Side neighborhood, and is located on a peninsula in Long Island Sound. The strategic placement of the area along the ocean shoreline means the residents of this community enjoy a truly spectacular view of the ocean, with water-related activities like fishing, diving, and water-skiing. This also an older neighborhood with many houses that were built before the 1940s.

Springdale: Large availability of small studios and small apartment buildings. The majority of Springdale residents own a car and the commute to work is generally between 15 and 30 minutes.