So I got a new job as a lead engineer in Cincinnati. I'm going to live closer to the city to make friends and date. I'll be moving there in October right as I turn 30. I now have a dilemma on whether to live alone or live with a roommate.
Possible scenarios:
Live alone in a mid-tier apartment at prime location, probably $1400 w/ utilities
Live with a roommate that owns a house near prime location, probably $1000 w/ shared utilities
Live with a roommate in an apartment near prime location, probably $1100 w/ shared utilities (possible roommate have pets)
I have lived with a roommate for majority of my life (6.5 years out of 7 years), so I tend to get along with no issues. The question is if it's worth it to live alone or go with a roommate?
I know dating is slightly more difficult with a roommate, but the money I save means I can afford to go out more. I'm not sure if I am penny pinching since I can afford to live alone. Just want to save money for future house purchase…maybe in 3-5 years?