peds_res2010

Honestly, I am overwhelmed with all the responses!! I visited Cleveland for only 2 days during the interview season and although it was right in the middle of winter I felt very comfortable. I stayed at Glidden House and Intercontinental (thank god for the generous programs who paid for our stay!) for both the interviews and took little walks around. I couldn't imagine how the place would look in summer...but I knew I would like it nevertheless. I guess I'll have tons of question once I reach Cleveland and I'm so glad I found all of you! I'll keep posting :) Just a quick question....I need a car to start with but don't think I will be able to afford a new one. Was hoping to buy a used car...but read somewhere that due to the high amount of snow, not all cars are suitable for Cleveland weather. Is this true? P.S. All the discussion about restaurants made me hungry already :)

Wow...Its been just an hour since my post and I have so many helping hands...I feel special :) First things first... I'm from India and I'm 26. I've taken a sublease at Waldorf apartments on Overlook Road. I wouldn't know the difference between modern or something of character :(...but I would go with modern....old houses...however aristocratic they may look....always make me wonder if they are haunted. Expected price range for a 1 bed/bath would be 600-650 including utilities. No pets...and won't be getting any either. I'm not much of an outdoor person...like watching theater, movies..the usual. I would rate myself 5 of 10 socially..since I've always been a shy person....but usually hang out with close friends on weekends in restaurants (I love food). Looking for a neighborhood with a good choice of grocery stores and restaurants. Can do without bars. If I get a car by then...I'd look for indoor parking..so public transport would not be a big issue. I've always lived in an urban surrounding...but I am open to suburban options.....it just needs to be safe. Cleveland Heights seems to win all votes here...and I'll go and check Cedar-Fairmount as soon as I reach Cleveland. A friend in another forum recommended this one...and I think its the best advice I've received!I'm really glad I posted here. Thanks a ton!

Hi..I am going to start residency at Rainbow Babies this June and am completely new to the country. I don't have a car and very little experience in judging neighbourhoods. I've got a sublease close to the hospital for the first 2 months and hope to buy a car by then. I need to get an apartment for myself by August, which is a daunting task for me since all the neighbourhoods look the same on google earth :( Would anyone be kind enough to let me know of a neighbourhood..within 10-15 min driving distance to the hospital..which would be safe for a single girl to stay in! Thanks a ton!