Hello, I'm retired and Homes are going for about $381,600 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would be great. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Liam Bennett
same here
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Nathan W.
yeah no that's not right
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Charles J.
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great Vietnamese places. the quality of life is solid.
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dallas_declan
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a pharmacist, 32, moved here 13 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Fairview and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The weather situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for couples. average vibes, walkable.
- East: 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 challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $80K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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.
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Savannah Clark
Bought a house here in 2017 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Madelyn C.
I've lived in East for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Strong sense of community
- The dating scene scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. No regrets on my end..
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Jaxon Peterson
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 13 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Aurora
I'm a contractor and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Luna Garcia
lol so true
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Noah W.
Used to live on the South side, now on the Fairview side. Completely different vibe. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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