Been meaning to ask this. Homes are going for about $232,100 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Does this match your experience? Thanks in advance! I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Carson Walker
great question, following
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Julian
it depends on the neighborhood
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Maya Sanders
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value school system, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely challenging and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Westside) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Portland, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
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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Wyatt M.
I work in consulting here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is better than expected. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Gloria T.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Maple Ridge. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in government. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Hope this helps!.
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Austin Phillips
I've been living here for 15 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The food scene is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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bella_mama
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Sophie Taylor
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is walkability. it exceeded my expectations. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Hailey Foster
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Madelyn Harris
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Austin about 7 years ago. The main reasons were family and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good healthcare facilities
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are reasonable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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