Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $819 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Let me know your thoughts. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Nevaeh Gray
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Sunset area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Aaliyah B.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Miami about 7 years ago. The main reasons were weather and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of new development happening
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is improving.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Definitely worth checking out..
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Arianna Perez
as a local I can confirm
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Noah Castillo
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Fairview. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in government. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like seafood.
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