Help me...

MERRYWIDOW46 · Nov 28, 2009

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

I do not know DC exactly, I am closer to Baltimore. Silver Spring and VA are doeable commutes with the DCMetro. Wish I could help more.

I am happy you have a job. I am sure someone can give you some direction about housing.

My friend's daughter is a staffer for Congress and has lived in DC since 2001. Currently she lives near the National Zoo. Also, when new to town she lived not far from the Capital and had a couple of roommates. Another friend started out in Georgetown and the area off of Connecticut Ave and Dupont Circle. However, I am clueless about rent and utilities there.

Good Luck.

empathykitty · Nov 29, 2009

Thank you.. I did look around Silver Spring, MD and Virginia..I just don't know how am I going to afford 1500 for 1 bed... :cry:

malenurz · Nov 30, 2009

Well, there are places you can hire to help you find apartments - but that costs some cash ($500-700).

I'm a new grad nurse who just moved to DC in the past 2 1/2 months. It was a challenge, but there are places that are somewhat cheaper than $1500/mo for a 1 BR. Please note: DC has an income tax that is higher than all of the surrounding areas (MD-VA)

I can be of assistance regarding certain neighborhoods, however, it is important to note that most neighborhoods vary wildly - and going 1 block in any direction can make a huge difference.

Send me a private message on allnurses - with your email address, and I'll help you figure out what to do, if you'd like some help.

Where are you working and when do you start?

Malenurz