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Waylon Morris
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Moving to Channahon -what should I know?
It's a a small town city with about 13,854 people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Angel Jackson
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- The safety scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Summers can be brutally hot
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. No regrets on my end..
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- The safety scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Summers can be brutally hot
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. No regrets on my end..
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Everly Ward
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Sunset. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in government. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Sunset. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in government. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ryan M.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Delilah Turner
been saying this for years
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austindude2024
bump
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Reagan M.
couldn't agree more
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Isla Cruz
bump
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Evan D.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 3 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
I've been here 3 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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