The good and bad of living in Burnsville

Weston Martin Aug 22, 2025

If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is better than expected in most areas.

30 upvotes

Jose R. Aug 30, 2025

lol so true

12 upvotes

Mia Mendoza Aug 10, 2025

Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Houston about 11 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and work.

Pros I've experienced:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Four distinct seasons
- Lots of family-friendly activities

Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Property taxes are high

Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are reasonable, gas is tough.

Socially, I love the pace of life here. Would recommend to anyone considering it..

6 upvotes

Isabella Price Aug 20, 2025

Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.

I've been here 4 years and it exceeded my expectations. 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 golfing, this place is better than expected.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland 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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