Living in Hachioji city : anyone with experience ?

Im on a research visa looking for work and I originally arrrived at the seminar house of my university in Hachioji university of technology) but it feels secluded and Id rather be close to the station. However I dont know if its worth it or I should move to another area closer to the Tokyo center ?

Does anyone have experience living in Hachioji (the more urban areas) or would have advice on another area they enjoyed living in ? (60-80 000 yen max budget )

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