Alright, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Susan R.
I've lived in The Heights for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The outdoor recreation scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Wesley Evans
it depends on the neighborhood
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George G.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Minneapolis about 13 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are competitive, gas is tough.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Hope this helps!.
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Willow Phillips
I've been living here for 7 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor recreation is challenging compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
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