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Maya Richardson
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Is Bally a good place to live?
Curious what people think. We have two kids and It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
0 upvotes
13 Replies
Hannah Phillips
literally same
40 upvotes
Olivia Lee
Hot take but I genuinely enjoy living here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
39 upvotes
noah_lover
this is the way
39 upvotes
Isaac Torres
I work in government here and the quality of life is solid. The job market for my field is excellent. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
36 upvotes
Sadie Nelson
Can confirm, been here 7 years.
28 upvotes
Mark A.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
27 upvotes
Charlotte Wright
great question, following
27 upvotes
Camila S.
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The food scene is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
26 upvotes
Jean W.
100%
19 upvotes
Alice Martin
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. the quality of life is solid. Compared to Charlotte it's hit or miss.
19 upvotes
Robert Howard
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 47, moved here 7 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Highland and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The traffic situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for remote workers. decent vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $60K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 47, moved here 7 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Highland and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The traffic situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for remote workers. decent vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $60K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
15 upvotes
Jaxon P.
I've lived in Uptown for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Miami, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good airport with direct flights
- The housing market scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Miami, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good airport with direct flights
- The housing market scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. Happy to answer more specific questions..
12 upvotes
Valentina King
My experience has been mostly positive. it's been a really good experience overall. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
7 upvotes