Homes are going for about $231,700 on average. Household incomes average around $76,250 in Colonial Heights. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Does this match your experience? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Audrey Baker
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The walkability is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Jaxon Garcia
it depends on the neighborhood
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Ruby Jackson
I work in consulting here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is better than expected. No regrets on my end..
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Abigail Rivera
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Jeremiah Miller
been saying this for years
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Gabriel Baker
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cultural scene. it's been a really good experience overall. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Ryan Mendoza
This.
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Owen O.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are better than expected, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Sebastian Wood
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 10 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Kaylee P.
I work in construction here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is hit or miss. No regrets on my end..
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Claire J.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 15 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Uptown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jordan Rivera
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cost of living, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely better than expected and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Fairview) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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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Delilah Lopez
I've been living here for 13 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The healthcare is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Good luck with whatever you decide..
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