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Dennis R.
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Life in Arvada as a young professional
Military spouse here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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portland_jacob
Moved here from LA about 9 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to community vibe but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
40 upvotes
Jack W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in education. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in education. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
38 upvotes
Angela M.
haha yep pretty much
36 upvotes
Kennedy
Bought a house here in 2016 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone about the same since then.
28 upvotes
Adeline Howard
I'm a lawyer and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
26 upvotes
Nova Morris
following this thread
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Jayden Morris
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good healthcare facilities
- The cost of living scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good healthcare facilities
- The cost of living scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
19 upvotes
mesa_sebastian
Moved here from Charlotte about 15 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to public transit but Hope this helps!.
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Skylar Kelly
I've lived in East for about 5 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 Minneapolis, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Active local events and festivals
- The safety scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for singles. Feel free to reach out with questions..
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Active local events and festivals
- The safety scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for singles. Feel free to reach out with questions..
16 upvotes
Kennedy
Saving this thread
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Nolan
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 39, moved here 3 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in The Heights and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good internet infrastructure
2. Active local events and festivals
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The job market situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for families. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Phoenix, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 39, moved here 3 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in The Heights and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good internet infrastructure
2. Active local events and festivals
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The job market situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for families. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Phoenix, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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