Hey, Been living here since 2010. Homes are going for about $458,000 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Chesterfield sits at 71.1 per 100K. Median household income is $133,380, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,553/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What are your go-to spots? The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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desert_declan41
I'm a nurse and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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Grayson Rodriguez
not my experience at all
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Silas Cook
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are manageable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Nathan Morales
yeah no that's not right
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Aiden
facts
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Jeremiah
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Austin M.
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Jose Perez
The food scene here is pretty good. Tons of great farm-to-table places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Vivian E.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Fairview for 2 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
real estate is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is tough - 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. Fairview schools are average. 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. Limited entertainment options. And weather can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 8/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Zoey Allen
honestly same experience here
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Roy F.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 2 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the public transit is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Arianna W.
Moved here from Boston about 3 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to community vibe but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Silas Cook
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 10 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Peyton A.
I work in legal here and the quality of life is solid. The job market for my field is average. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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