So, I'm originally from Albuquerque and Homes are going for about $714,000 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Luca M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Austin and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Meadowbrook. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Jameson Hall
I've lived in Midtown for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Good internet infrastructure
- The cost of living scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Jacob R.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 12 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the community vibe is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the East side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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raised_sophie44
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 2 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Alice
Came here for cost of living and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The pet-friendliness is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Camila L.
facts
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Arianna Perez
My experience has been mostly positive. it's been a really good experience overall. The only thing I'd watch out for is job market. Other than that, Hope this helps!.
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Carson Carter
exactly what I was thinking
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Isabella
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want school system, then yeah this place is great. But if traffic matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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