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Life in Arkansas City as a young professional

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Rent is about $762/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Does this match your experience? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Miles O.
yeah no that's not right
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Julian Edwards
seconding this
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Naomi Green
I've lived in Highland for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Miami, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The walkability scene is decent

The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Far from beaches/mountains

Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Aaron C.
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The healthcare is excellent compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Sebastian Gray
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value public transit, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely hit or miss and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (Highland) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Atlanta, be prepared for the culture shock. school system is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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sofia_chef
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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