All or nothing Maybe if I were in a position to buy. For rent? Forget it. That's just at least two years of my life I'm not getting back, in addition to the rent money. —Declan, Brooklyn Heights

Commuter hell Commuting is a huge part of my day, so I wouldn't want to go anywhere there's no subway or limited transportation. I know there are buses, but in winter, that trek will be really bad. —Marissa, Astoria

Location, location Take advantage. Buy low, live cheap! The areas are still going to be nice, regardless. —Winston, Bed-Stuy

Lesser of two evils So your choice is insane rents vs. crazy commute? Take the low rent or price, I guess. If you have to live in Brooklyn, then maybe that's worth it. I'm glad I live uptown though.—-Joshua, Hamilton Heights