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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Naomi

Should I move to Asheville or stay in Cleveland?

Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $411,000 on average. The median home value here is around $411,000, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Do...

22 replies 2 upvotes moving
Eliana D.

Is public transit usable in Asheville?

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,303/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What do you all think? Downtown has improved...

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Jordan B.

Should I move to Asheville or stay in Portland?

We have two kids and The median home value here is around $411,000, which is pretty steep. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I be concerned?

1 replies 7 upvotes moving
Stella Long

Best hidden gems in Asheville

Hey, Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $411,000, which is pretty steep. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still...

3 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
Clara P.

Top 5 things I love about Asheville

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $411,000 on average. Household incomes average around $67,221 in Asheville. Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transi...

5 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
Marie B.

Biggest downsides of living in Asheville?

Hey, Rent is about $1,303/month for a decent place. With a population of 94,369, Asheville is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Asheville sits at 742.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. It...

6 replies 25 upvotes best-worst
Declan R.

Affordable areas near Asheville?

First post here. I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $67,221 in Asheville. The city has invested a lot in new development. Is this normal for Asheville? Thanks in advance! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit n...

4 replies 6 upvotes housing
austin_ruby

Cost of living reality check -Asheville

Hey, With a population of 94,369, Asheville is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a similar situation? T...

10 replies 30 upvotes housing
Aaron C.

Relocating to Asheville, NC -pros and cons?

Hello, Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $67,221, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuine...

5 replies 27 upvotes moving
Easton Long

Housing market in Asheville right now

Random thought, Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What do you all think?

1 replies 26 upvotes housing
Marie B.

Biggest downsides of living in Asheville?

Household incomes average around $67,221 in Asheville. Homes are going for about $411,000 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think?

4 replies 3 upvotes best-worst
Lucy Morris

Freelancing from Asheville -experience?

Hi all, Been living here since 2009. Median household income is $67,221, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

0 replies 20 upvotes jobs
Lucy Morris

Quick question about Asheville

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 48-year-old social worker and It's a a smaller city city with about 94,369 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Asheville sits at 742.2 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Thoughts? The...

1 replies 11 upvotes qa
Isla

Asheville is underrated, change my mind

Hey, We're a young couple and Rent is about $1,303/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $411,000 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a grea...

12 replies 2 upvotes best-worst
Skylar Collins

Quick question about Asheville

Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a r...

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Everly L.

Best industries in Asheville right now

Hi all, We're a young couple and Median household income is $67,221, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $67,221 in Asheville. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the ...

6 replies 9 upvotes jobs
Madelyn

Planning a move to Asheville -neighborhoods?

I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $67,221 in Asheville. Rent is about $1,303/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Asheville sits at 742.2 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 94,369 people....

13 replies 13 upvotes moving
Jesse L.

Healthcare options in Asheville?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a 28-year-old pharmacist and You can expect to pay around $1,303 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thoughts? The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Steven M.

What I love about living in Asheville

I've been living in Asheville, NC for 8 years now and honestly, there's a lot to love. There are tons of parks and outdoor spaces. The community here is solid and supportive. If you're thinking about moving here, feel free to ask me anything.

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Jeremiah Martin

Quick question about Asheville

Hi all, The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

1 replies 26 upvotes qa
Lucy Morris

Working in Asheville -salaries realistic?

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. With a population of 94,369, Asheville is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,303/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

0 replies 6 upvotes jobs
Easton Long

Asheville is underrated, change my mind

Hey everyone, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young s...

0 replies 6 upvotes best-worst
Stella Long

Working remotely from Asheville

Hey folks, It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up.

0 replies 5 upvotes jobs
Elena S.

Remote worker thinking about Asheville

So, Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What would you do? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

10 replies 6 upvotes moving
Naomi

Best coffee shops in Asheville?

Hey everyone, Household incomes average around $67,221 in Asheville. Anyone in a similar situation?

28 replies 29 upvotes qa
lalife2023

Is public transit usable in Asheville?

Hey folks, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Worth the trade-offs? The school system va...

0 replies 21 upvotes qa
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