Rent is about $1,937/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Caldwell sits at 88.1 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Is this normal for Caldwell? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Amy R.
I work in manufacturing here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is decent. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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sacramento_carter
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a nurse, 35, moved here 10 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in Lakewood and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Low crime in most neighborhoods
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The walkability situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Lakewood: Great for remote workers. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Phoenix, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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elijah_vibes
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much stable but now it's average.
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