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Random thought, I'm single, late 30s, and You can expect to pay around $1,609 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Jackson
100%
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Violet F.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Cedar Grove. It's underrated for what you get.

Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in finance. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.

People: Generally improving. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.

Hope this helps!.
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Everly
I've lived in Eastside for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Good internet infrastructure
- The walkability scene is average

The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Road conditions need improvement

Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for singles. No regrets on my end..
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Isabella Robinson
I've lived in Sunset for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from LA, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The outdoor recreation scene is hit or miss

The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Chain restaurants dominate

Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Definitely worth checking out..
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Caleb Perez
interesting, hadn't considered that
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