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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Nova King

Weekend activities in Auburn?

So, Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,455 people. Homes are going for about $510,400 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective. It's changing fast -some good, some not s...

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Amelia P.

Top 5 things I love about Auburn

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $510,400 on average. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not...

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Harper Wood

Cost of living reality check -Auburn

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a teacher here and With a population of 85,455, Auburn is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get g...

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Jayden Lee

How much do you pay for rent in Auburn?

Hello, The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community...

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Lily Martin

Relocating to Auburn, WA -pros and cons?

Hey, My partner and I are With a population of 85,455, Auburn is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks for reading. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Amy S.

Working remotely from Auburn — my experience

I've been working remotely from Auburn for 5 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Decent, getting better with new providers Cow...

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Scarlett Williams

How is the nightlife in Auburn?

Hey folks, Median household income is $95,367, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 85,455, Auburn is a smaller city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks ...

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Piper Allen

Couple moving to Auburn from out of state

First post here. I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $95,367, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $510,400, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are wher...

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Amelia P.

Just moved to Auburn, any tips?

With a population of 85,455, Auburn is a smaller city. Median household income is $95,367, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $510,400, which is pretty steep. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. ...

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Carson Turner

Studio apartments in Auburn -options?

I work in construction and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 85,455, Auburn is a smaller city. Median household income is $95,367, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Auburn sits at 393.3 per 100K. Downtown has i...

8 replies 6 upvotes housing
Amy S.

Best things about Auburn that nobody talks about

As a 14-year resident, here are some things about Auburn that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. Several hidden gem restaurants that rival big city food 3. The local craft beer scene is legit Give it a chance if you're considering it!

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Hudson Robinson

Auburn is underrated, change my mind

Random thought, Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Violet Diaz

Auburn housing prices -when will it stop?

First post here. I'm originally from Boston and Crime rate is something to consider -Auburn sits at 393.3 per 100K. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here?

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Scarlett Williams

Best apartments in Auburn under ?

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 12 months ago and Anyone in a similar situation?

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urban_elijah93

Life in Auburn as a young professional

Hi all, Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,455 people. Household incomes average around $95,367 in Auburn. The median home value here is around $510,400, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. TIA! The sub...

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Sarah Brooks

Pros and cons of Auburn after 6 years

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Auburn sits at 393.3 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs?

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Piper Allen

What surprised you most about Auburn?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Median household income is $95,367, which feels pretty solid for the area. Am I overthinking this? Cheers.

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Amy S.

Co-working spaces in Auburn?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $95,367 in Auburn. You can expect to pay around $1,713 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Lucy Brooks

Is it worth buying in Auburn?

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Should I be concerned?

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charlottesoul2022

Moving from Dallas to Auburn next month

So, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community ...

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Nova King

Housing market in Auburn right now

So, I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $510,400, which is pretty steep. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid...

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Luca Turner

Is Auburn a good place to live?

Been meaning to ask this. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Let me know your thoughts. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a real sense of community i...

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Elizabeth Moore

Just moved to Auburn, any tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $510,400 on average. Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. With a population of 85,455, Auburn is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, n...

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lake_olivia41

Day-to-day life in Auburn, WA

Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Auburn sits at 393.3 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What would you do? Cost of living is definitely r...

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Declan Phillips

Moving to Auburn with kids -good idea?

Hey folks, The median home value here is around $510,400, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $510,400 on average. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The w...

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Grace Peterson

Things that make Auburn unique

Been meaning to ask this. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Anyone in a similar situation? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Elijah Kelly

Most overrated things about Auburn

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $95,367 in Auburn. It's a a smaller city city with about 85,455 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Auburn sits at 393.3 per 100K. Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a grea...

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Elizabeth Moore

Best and worst neighborhoods in Auburn

I'm a college student here and Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $510,400 on average. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Auburn sits at 393.3 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. Honest...

5 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Diane T.

Housing in Auburn compared to Memphis

Rent is about $1,713/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can b...

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