The median home value here is around $119,900, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Carol P.
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Samuel Williams
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Logan Wood
yep
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Joseph Hall
Used to live on the Midtown side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Xavier Price
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 9 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is walkability. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Joseph Allen
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I have mixed feelings honestly. Compared to Charlotte it's challenging.
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Luca
I've lived in Riverside for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
- The cost of living scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Ariana Phillips
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Elizabeth Gutierrez
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. nightlife used to be much growing but now it's tough.
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