Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Cheney sits at 308.7 per 100K. Rent is about $1,075/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 45--F, so bundle up in winter. The median home value here is around $330,300, which seems about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Josiah Thomas
thanks for sharing
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Adeline Wood
facts
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Sebastian Hernandez
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in Maple Ridge area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Grace Murphy
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great seafood places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Carter Walker
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ava N.
I've lived in North for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Miami, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
- The pet-friendliness scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Ezekiel J.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Phoenix and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in finance. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Hope this helps!.
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dallas_kennedy
I'm a data analyst and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Scarlett Gonzalez
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is nightlife. I love the pace of life here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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denver_skylar
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is outdoor recreation. I have mixed feelings honestly. Worth doing your research before committing.
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