Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $819 for rent here. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Thanks! It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Bennett Cox
Came here for cost of living and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The cultural scene is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Jacob King
Bought a house here in 2016 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Connor D.
hard disagree but ok
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Elijah
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Jacob C.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 15 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Cedar Grove side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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