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Rylee W. housing

Canton Valley housing prices -when will it stop?

Curious what people think. With a population of 1,364, Canton Valley is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 1,364 people. Household incomes average around $88,028 in Canton Valley. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

Pros:
- Good schools
- Walkable downtown
- Active local events

Cons:
- Limited nightlife
- Not very walkable
- High property taxes
- Limited cultural events
- Not enough green space
Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks for reading. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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5 Replies

Austin R.
it depends on the neighborhood
38 upvotes
Nora Torres
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
28 upvotes
Thomas Hughes
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Springfield area are average. Kids love it here.
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andrew_kid
I'm a marketing manager and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Vivian W.
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great craft beer places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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