Alternatives to living in NYC

Hoboken/JC are known, but what are some other options, on all sides of the island, that it would be convenient to get to from.

Basically, I'm looking to move. I currently reside somewhere in the gardens of New Jersey, and it takes me between 45-55 minutes door to door. I'm in to my job at 6:30 in the morning, and usually there until 9-10 at night.

I have personal reasons as to why I can't/won't live in NYC. So I need other alternatives. I'm thinking about Hoboken/JC but I want something more affordable without a roommate. I don't care if its on the NY side of the island instead of the Jersey side.

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What about west new york? It's close to hoboken but much more affordable. Moreover, if you live off of boulevard east - some apartments have amazing nyc views, you can hop on a bus, take it through the tunnel and be in midtown in 20 minutes.

......just trying to save at least one hour a day for myself....for sanity purposes.
 

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