Been meaning to ask this. Am I wrong here? The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
12 upvotes
20 Replies
Sara H.
spot on
39 upvotes
Piper Turner
facts
38 upvotes
Genesis
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The walkability is genuinely decent and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (The Heights) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. outdoor recreation is completely different here. And Road conditions need improvement.
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.
34 upvotes
Waylon Jackson
following this thread
34 upvotes
Santiago Myers
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are pretty good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
33 upvotes
Addison Edwards
wish I knew this sooner
32 upvotes
Bella Jones
facts
31 upvotes
kayden_native
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
31 upvotes
Asher J.
wish I knew this sooner
30 upvotes
Henry Campbell
nah I disagree
28 upvotes
Everly
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it exceeded my expectations. Compared to Denver it's surprisingly good.
24 upvotes
Elena Castillo
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in East area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
18 upvotes
Ryan Morales
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Meadowbrook. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in legal. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
14 upvotes
Oliver Peterson
I've lived in Old Town for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The housing market scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for singles. No regrets on my end..
12 upvotes
Tyler C.
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cost of living used to be much developing but now it's surprisingly good.
10 upvotes
Adam Martinez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
10 upvotes
Aiden R.
I've lived in South for about 3 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 Nashville, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
- The food scene scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for remote workers. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
8 upvotes
Brielle
Moved here from LA about 3 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to cost of living but Feel free to reach out with questions..
4 upvotes
Samuel Sanchez
as a local I can confirm
4 upvotes
Roman
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Raleigh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Sunset. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
All Countries
