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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Sarah R.

Chillum is underrated, change my mind

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 6 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -Chillum sits at 506.6 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of comm...

4 replies 1 upvotes best-worst
Eva

Moving to Chillum with kids -good idea?

Longtime lurker here, Rent is about $1,733/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $383,900 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Has anyone dealt with this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the commun...

1 replies 19 upvotes moving
Adam L.

Weekend activities in Chillum?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Household incomes average around $78,513 in Chillum. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $383,900, which seems about average. With a population of 35,163, Chillum is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,733/month for...

6 replies 10 upvotes qa
Clara H.

Moving from Los Angeles to Chillum next month

My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think?

3 replies 7 upvotes moving
cincydude2025

Couple moving to Chillum from out of state

OK so Just moved here 6 months ago and The median home value here is around $383,900, which seems about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I overthinking this? Any help is appreciated. Property taxes are high but you get g...

0 replies 21 upvotes moving
Samuel

Remote worker thinking about Chillum

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,733/month for a decent place. With a population of 35,163, Chillum is a smaller city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very...

0 replies 30 upvotes moving
Sophie

Top 5 things I love about Chillum

We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $1,733 for rent here. Rent is about $1,733/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What are your go-to spots? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The...

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Carter N.

Is Chillum walkable?

Been meaning to ask this. My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $383,900, which seems about average. Median household income is $78,513, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $383,900 on average. Average temperature is around 58--F, s...

14 replies 21 upvotes qa
Eva

Moving to Chillum for work -advice?

Longtime lurker here, I work in consulting and Crime rate is something to consider -Chillum sits at 506.6 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Is this normal for Chillum? Cos...

6 replies 15 upvotes moving
Roman W.

Chillum quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $383,900 on average. Household incomes average around $78,513 in Chillum. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Jaxon H.

Chillum quality of life -am I missing something?

Anyone else feel this way? I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice would be great. The suburbs...

8 replies 6 upvotes living
Eva Taylor

What surprised you most about Chillum?

So, Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,733/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $383,900, which seems about average. Median household income is $78,513, which feels about average for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas a...

30 replies 13 upvotes best-worst
Eva

How is the nightlife in Chillum?

Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $383,900, which seems about average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has impr...

7 replies 4 upvotes qa
Eva Taylor

Pros and cons of Chillum after 10 years

Hi all, Military spouse here. Median household income is $78,513, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $78,513 in Chillum. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great plac...

22 replies 21 upvotes living
Skylar Hill

First time home buyer in Chillum

I'm retired and Household incomes average around $78,513 in Chillum. The median home value here is around $383,900, which seems about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Would love some local perspective. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor...

5 replies 18 upvotes housing
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