Alright, I work in construction and Rent is about $1,759/month for a decent place. With a population of 390K, Aurora is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $444,500 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Has anyone dealt with this? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Betty C.
Bought a house here in 2019 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Lydia
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. safety used to be much developing but now it's hit or miss.
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Ruby Myers
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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Katherine Gutierrez
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great sushi places. I love the pace of life here.
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Kai A.
Came here for cost of living and stayed because I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The walkability is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Josiah M.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
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Cooper B.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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axel_soul
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Harper Price
glad someone said it
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quinn_life
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Oak Park. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
No regrets on my end..
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Jeremiah Reyes
I work in manufacturing here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is solid. Definitely worth checking out..
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Grace
facts
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nyc_piper
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Tampa, 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 schools in most areas
- The cultural scene scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for singles. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Isla L.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Lucas Chavez
seconding this
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Ariana Lopez
Weather-wise, the summers are average and winters are manageable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Aurora W.
Totally agree!
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Rylee Hill
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The outdoor recreation is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Benjamin D.
I'm a lawyer and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
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stllocal2022
hmm interesting perspective
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Cameron Jones
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The dating scene is genuinely tough and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from New York, be prepared for the culture shock. nightlife is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Joseph Ruiz
I'm a accountant and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
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Stella Watson
this is the way
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Zoey
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 13 years. Moved from San Diego for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2016 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:**
retail is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Nightlife is limited. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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