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Greyson L.
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Housing in Buffalo Grove compared to Dallas
Random thought, Rent is about $2,042/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Jerry M.
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The pet-friendliness is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Kennedy Long
wish I knew this sooner
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Vivian Howard
nah I disagree
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Cameron Bailey
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The cultural scene is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Jonathan
spot on
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William Turner
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Cedar Grove. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Asian.
No regrets on my end..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Cedar Grove. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Asian.
No regrets on my end..
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Miles Johnson
haha yep pretty much
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Bella Anderson
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Evelyn Mendoza
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Old Town for 14 years. Moved from Austin for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. retail is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is tough - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Old Town schools are tough. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Not very walkable outside downtown. Limited shopping options. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 7/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Old Town for 14 years. Moved from Austin for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. retail is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is tough - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Old Town schools are tough. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Not very walkable outside downtown. Limited shopping options. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 7/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Waylon J.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Greenfield. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in retail. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Definitely worth checking out..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Greenfield. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in retail. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Silas White
This.
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Aurora Allen
nah I disagree
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Noah Smith
I'm a writer and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is pretty good and there's always something going on.
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Wesley Davis
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if safety matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Xavier Watson
as a local I can confirm
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Isaac Morgan
Bought a house here in 2019 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Evan Jimenez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in government. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in government. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Zoey
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 10 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I've been here 10 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Everett Allen
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Atlanta about 4 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are reasonable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Atlanta about 4 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are reasonable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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