Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider -Atlantic Highlands sits at 69.6 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Worth the trade-offs?
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Joseph Jones
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. it was the best decision I ever made. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Dylan
not my experience at all
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cincydude2020
it depends on the neighborhood
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Delilah King
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Pine Hills. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in tech. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ava Moore
Totally agree!
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Eleanor P.
haha yep pretty much
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Aaron R.
wish I knew this sooner
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Eleanor Taylor
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is pretty good in most areas.
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coastal_allison21
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Springfield for 2 years. Moved from Phoenix for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is excellent - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Springfield schools are underrated. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Bugs and humidity in summer. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 7/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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