Honest thoughts on life in Ashland

oaklandrider2024 Mar 15, 2025

OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a electrician, 29, moved here 11 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in North and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The housing market situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for singles. improving vibes, walkable.
- South: 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 Baltimore, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$130K here.

**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.

35 upvotes

Clara Apr 11, 2025

thanks for sharing

29 upvotes

Betty H. Mar 19, 2025

I'm a physical therapist and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.

11 upvotes

Adeline Apr 7, 2025

it depends on the neighborhood

5 upvotes

Autumn Ortiz Apr 3, 2025

accurate

4 upvotes