I work remote and chose Baltimore specifically for the lifestyle. I keep discovering new spots even after 3 years.
With a population of 577,193, the city has a {city_feel}. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}.
The food scene in Station North is honestly incredible. The community in Station North is really tight-knit.
Appreciate the help.
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Quinn Miller
Not to be negative but the schools are inconsistent. I still like living here overall though. Just keeping it real.
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Stella W.
Gonna share a detailed perspective since most replies are pretty surface-level.
I'm a remote worker in Fells Point. Been here since 2017. Cost of living is {col_feel} compared to where I came from..
Neighborhood-wise, Fells Point has really shifted in the past few years. Locust Point is the up-and-coming spot right now. Hampden is where I'd look if budget is a concern.
Job market for engineering: improving. For construction: pricey.
The parks system here is underrated.
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Noah F.
Just to add another data point - we moved from Nashville about 3 years ago. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable.. No regrets so far.
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Aaliyah M.
Adding this to my list.
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Julia Bennett
That tracks.
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william_mind
Totally agree.
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Isaiah
Born here, left for 10 years, came back. Cost of living is {col_feel} compared to where I came from.. The city has shifted a lot.
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Owen Gutierrez
I've lived in both Guilford and Hampden. Completely different vibes. Nightlife is decent if you know where to go..
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Jaxon Bailey
Gonna share a detailed perspective since most replies are pretty surface-level.
I'm a single woman in Locust Point. Been here since 2018. The food scene in {hood} is honestly incredible..
Neighborhood-wise, Locust Point has really transformed in the past few years. Federal Hill is the up-and-coming spot right now. Remington is where I'd look if budget is a concern.
Job market for logistics: great. For logistics: pricey.
The {industry} scene here is really picking up.
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stlsoul2024
Hampden local here. I feel like {city} is becoming more expensive without getting better.. If you need specific recommendations feel free to ask.
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Wesley L.
Alright, I'm going to write the reply I wish someone had written for me when I was researching Baltimore.
Background: 40, college grad, moved from Cleveland 2 years ago for a fresh start. Currently in Locust Point.
**Housing:**
The market is pretty good right now. We went with Locust Point because close to work. Paid /mo starting out, now at /mo. If I could do it again, I'd look at Canton - it's established and the value is better.
**Work:**
retail jobs are growing here. I was worried coming from Cleveland but the market is promising. Salary-wise, expect decent if you negotiate.
**Social Life:**
This was my biggest worry. First 13 months were tough. Then I found my people through a church group. Now I have a solid group. Baltimore people are genuine once you break through.
**Day to Day:**
- Groceries: reasonable
- Traffic: manageable if you avoid rush hour
- Dining out: decent but not world-class
- Entertainment: great if you like outdoor stuff
**Would I move here again?**
The suburbs vs city debate here is real.. For remote workers, I'd give it a 9/10.
Feel free to DM me with specific questions - happy to help fellow newcomers.
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