Ella F. moving Mar 24, 2026

Crime rate is something to consider -Cary sits at 45.1 per 100K. Rent is about $1,456/month for a decent place. It's a a small town city with about 17,875 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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