[Big Ed]

Septic: more costly in long run than city services, but not awful. Be careful not to put fats down the drain, as they ruin the system. Powdered laundry detergents are a bad, as well.

Well: water quantity and quality depends on location. There's fixes available for problems in both. Bottom line, don't shy away from a home because it doesn't have city services -- pick the home you want!