Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and It's a a small town city with about 11,314 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Lucas M.
I've lived in Westside for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good healthcare facilities
- The safety scene is average
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Urban sprawl is real
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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austin_living
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Rylee Anderson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value pet-friendliness, you'll love it. The dating scene is genuinely tough and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Uptown) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Lucy G.
hard disagree but ok
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Kayden Flores
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want walkability, then yeah this place is great. But if healthcare matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Nolan Gonzalez
preach
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Kaylee M.
been saying this for years
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Hannah
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Riley Mitchell
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Landon Lewis
Bought a house here in 2016 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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