The median home value here is around $143,500, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 11.3%, which is around average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Has anyone dealt with this? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
11 upvotes
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Aaliyah Adams
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is solid in most areas.
35 upvotes
kayden_rider
this is the way
31 upvotes
Paisley S.
I'm a sales manager and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
28 upvotes
Naomi Brown
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much developing but now it's surprisingly good.
27 upvotes
Isabella T.
big facts right here
23 upvotes
Alexis C.
exactly what I was thinking
22 upvotes
Ruby Morales
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 1 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
20 upvotes
Eleanor B.
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
18 upvotes
Eva L.
hmm interesting perspective
14 upvotes
Josiah Murphy
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 8 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Cedar Grove side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
12 upvotes
desert_hannah12
I'm a writer and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is average and there's always something going on.
5 upvotes
Karen P.
haha yep pretty much
5 upvotes
Ethan Howard
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, It's not for everyone but it works for us..
4 upvotes
Benjamin
facts
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William C.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely better than expected and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Meadowbrook) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Diego, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
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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