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Reagan M.
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Best apartments in Bend under ?
Longtime lurker here, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,767 for rent here. Household incomes average around $88,792 in Bend. The median home value here is around $646,800, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
Pros:
- Good schools
- Close to nature
- Walkable downtown
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Limited dining options
- Far from major airports
- Chain restaurants dominate
I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
Pros:
- Good schools
- Close to nature
- Walkable downtown
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Limited dining options
- Far from major airports
- Chain restaurants dominate
I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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