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Housing in Columbia compared to Orlando

I'm a 23-year-old nurse and Homes are going for about $290,100 on average. Rent is about $1,089/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Peyton Gutierrez
yeah no that's not right
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Levi Hughes
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I love the pace of life here. Compared to Boston it's tough.
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Emily
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a nurse, 42, moved here 1 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Meadowbrook and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Low crime in most neighborhoods
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Not a lot of cultural diversity
2. Can feel isolated
3. The healthcare situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for families. excellent vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Seattle, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$130K here.

**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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