I'm retired and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,406/month for a decent place. It's a a small town city with about 6,822 people. You can expect to pay around $1,406 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Nova H.
glad someone said it
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Jonathan Nelson
literally same
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Silas G.
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Paisley Turner
thanks for sharing
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Brian O.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in East for 12 years. Moved from Minneapolis for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is solid - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. East schools are tough. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Rising rent and home prices. Limited shopping options. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 8/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Luna Bennett
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Samuel Ramirez
underrated comment
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chill_eli72
I've lived in Uptown for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Strong job market in several industries
- The cost of living scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Summers can be brutally hot
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Everett Bennett
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is improving in most areas.
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David Johnson
I've lived in South for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The job market scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for singles. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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