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Weekend activities in Belmont?
Hello, Military spouse here. What do you all think? Looking forward to hearing from you all.
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Liam P.
Used to live on the Highland side, now on the Springfield side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
37 upvotes
Lillian A.
The food scene here is tough. Tons of great Korean places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
36 upvotes
Oliver
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is cost of living. Other than that, Hope this helps!.
34 upvotes
charlottevibes2024
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much established but now it's pretty good.
33 upvotes
Isabelle S.
Can confirm, been here 8 years.
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Lillian B.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Phoenix about 3 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Good internet infrastructure
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Urban sprawl is real
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are established, gas is solid.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Good luck with whatever you decide..
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Phoenix about 3 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Good internet infrastructure
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Urban sprawl is real
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are established, gas is solid.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Good luck with whatever you decide..
27 upvotes
Landon
couldn't agree more
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charlotte_jeremiah
couldn't agree more
23 upvotes
Valentina Wood
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in Cedar Grove area are decent. Kids love it here.
19 upvotes
Olivia Nelson
Bought a house here in 2023 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
15 upvotes
Aaliyah W.
Public transit is pretty good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
12 upvotes
Clara Turner
wish I knew this sooner
9 upvotes
Ezekiel M.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. Hope this helps!.
9 upvotes
Madelyn Cruz
honestly same experience here
7 upvotes
Piper Watson
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Close to major attractions
- The traffic scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Close to major attractions
- The traffic scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
7 upvotes
Xavier Lopez
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is improving in most areas.
5 upvotes
Skylar Murphy
Moved here from San Diego about 13 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to job market but No regrets on my end..
5 upvotes
elizabeth_lover
I work in real estate here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is decent. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Alexander
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. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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raleigh_ruby
My experience has been mostly positive. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The only thing I'd watch out for is outdoor recreation. Other than that, Good luck with whatever you decide..
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