Life in Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace as a young professional
Curious what people think. I'm retired and Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Worth the trade-offs? The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Liam L.
facts
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Harper Jimenez
glad someone said it
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Ruby Mitchell
My experience has been mostly positive. it exceeded my expectations. The only thing I'd watch out for is pet-friendliness. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ezra C.
glad someone said it
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Nora Garcia
exactly what I was thinking
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Levi Wright
big facts right here
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Mia E.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Lakewood. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in education. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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living_gabriella11
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 55, moved here 15 years ago from San Francisco. I've lived in Eastside and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited shopping options
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The school system situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for families. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Highland: 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 San Francisco, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. 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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phillygirl2024
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want safety, then yeah this place is great. But if safety matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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sacramento_brielle
accurate
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Avery Jackson
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Elizabeth Stewart
bump
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Eliana Y.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want dating scene, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Everett
I work in manufacturing here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is tough. Hope this helps!.
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