Hi all, Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Adeline Cruz
lol so true
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tucson_miles
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 10 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Victoria Brooks
bump
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Josiah Brooks
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 12 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into running, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Diana G.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely pretty good and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Westside) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Baltimore, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
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.
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Tyler J.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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