Hey everyone, Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 0.9%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Any advice would be great. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Willow Torres
Used to live on the Eastside side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Jaxon Flores
I work in retail here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. Hope this helps!.
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cool_christian73
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 7 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Emily S.
couldn't agree more
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Dorothy R.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it was the best decision I ever made. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Colton Jimenez
100%
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Audrey Foster
I've lived in Midtown for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good internet infrastructure
- The walkability scene is tough
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Steven J.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Meadowbrook for 1 years. Moved from Atlanta for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
government is strong here. legal is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is average - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Meadowbrook schools are surprisingly good. 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. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Chain restaurants dominate. And dating scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 7/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Sebastian Baker
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jeremiah Martin
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Audrey Campbell
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is traffic. Other than that, Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Evan
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Hunter J.
literally same
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Greyson Ramirez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Sunset. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in engineering. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Hope this helps!.
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denverpapa2020
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in Cedar Grove area are average. Kids love it here.
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