What I wish I knew before living in Colonial Heights
Random thought, My partner and I are Median household income is $76,250, which feels about average for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thanks!
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Brooklyn Taylor
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Sunset. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in retail. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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William Richardson
Came here for weather and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The community vibe is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Heather C.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Riverside. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in retail. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Emilia Miller
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want walkability, then yeah this place is great. But if safety matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Margaret A.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want food scene, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Alice Davis
Moved here from Raleigh about 15 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to dating scene but Hope this helps!.
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