Hi all, Just moved here 6 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,019 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 39,746 people. The median home value here is around $196,700, which is actually reasonable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Should I be concerned? The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Chloe
100%
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Mia Roberts
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
- The cultural scene scene is decent
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Asher R.
Weather-wise, the summers are pretty good and winters are stable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Lillian Johnson
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Westside area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Elena Jackson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from LA about 15 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are manageable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Hope this helps!.
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Kennedy E.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in West. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in education. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Mason Lewis
thanks for sharing
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Greyson L.
haha yep pretty much
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local_easton22
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the Downtown side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
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