Alright, Homes are going for about $590,600 on average. You can expect to pay around $2,391 for rent here. With a population of 25,681, Columbine is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Roman Jones
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Thai places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Hailey
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 6 years. Moved from San Francisco for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Property taxes are high. Limited entertainment options. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 9/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Hailey Howard
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. it was the best decision I ever made. Compared to Denver it's decent.
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Alexa
big facts right here
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eliana_fan
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Miami about 10 years ago. The main reasons were school and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Close to major attractions
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Can feel isolated
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are stable, gas is solid.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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