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Wesley R.
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Top 5 things I love about Cahokia Heights
Not sure if this has been asked before, but With a population of 17,173, Cahokia Heights is a small town.
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Jordan Taylor
I'm a nurse and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
37 upvotes
Lucy Brooks
Moved here last year, no regrets.
33 upvotes
Grace Price
big facts right here
33 upvotes
Jennifer G.
I've lived in Highland for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Good airport with direct flights
- The safety scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. No regrets on my end..
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Good airport with direct flights
- The safety scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. No regrets on my end..
31 upvotes
Addison Jackson
Came here for quality of life and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The food scene is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
27 upvotes
Emily Johnson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely excellent and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (South) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely excellent and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (South) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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.
24 upvotes
Piper Lee
lol so true
19 upvotes
Piper Sanders
I work in marketing here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is better than expected. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
5 upvotes