Comment by berdario

People cannot actually choose the location, without giving up their work.

"You can only find work in a big metropolitan center that demands 60% of your salary in rent? Though luck..."

Let's say that you work in London... if you are 1h away from your work, you're still likely in zone 3 or 4, which is pretty expensive.

Your choices then are: a 1h30/2h commute (each way) or giving up on having a place only for yourself, and start flatsharing