Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 18.5%, which is higher than I expected. With a population of 7,391, Bloomfield is a small town. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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vegas_carter
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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happy_wyatt67
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is housing market. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Lydia Bennett
I've lived in Fairview for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The traffic scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Jennifer M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 15 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Downtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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born_kinsley85
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 10 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Elizabeth
hard disagree but ok
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mesa_everly
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. I have mixed feelings honestly. Compared to Pittsburgh it's challenging.
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Xavier Taylor
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it exceeded my expectations. Compared to Phoenix it's hit or miss.
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