Not sure if this has been asked before, but The unemployment rate is 5.6%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Carteret sits at 135.3 per 100K. Homes are going for about $370,200 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 25,187 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective. Thanks! There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Adam Jimenez
Totally agree!
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Isabelle Lewis
haha yep pretty much
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Santiago Turner
Bought a house here in 2015 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Weston N.
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in Springfield area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Steven T.
this is the way
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Paisley Carter
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Fairview for 15 years. Moved from Pittsburgh for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are average. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited public transit options. Not very walkable outside downtown. And weather can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 9/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Logan
facts
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Jayden Hill
Used to live on the Midtown side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Angel Price
Moved here from Dallas about 5 years ago. I love the pace of life here. Still getting used to nightlife but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Joseph King
wish I knew this sooner
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Eleanor L.
The food scene here is decent. Tons of great Italian places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Christian Kim
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Old Town area are solid. Kids love it here.
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Joshua R.
Weather-wise, the summers are average and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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