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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Violet M.

Moving to Converse with kids -good idea?

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $240,100 on average. Rent is about $1,601/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Eli N.

Anyone regret moving to Converse?

So, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,601 for rent here. Average temperature is around 69--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $88,060, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of w...

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Jose Roberts

Best coffee shops in Converse?

I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $88,060 in Converse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Does this match your experience? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes s...

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Lydia Ramirez

Freelancing from Converse -experience?

Hey everyone, With a population of 28,764, Converse is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $240,100, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,601/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The su...

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Joyce R.

What's it really like living in Converse?

Curious what people think. I've been here for 19 years and Rent is about $1,601/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $88,060 in Converse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspective. Cheers.

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Valentina Bailey

Co-working spaces in Converse?

Hello, Been living here since 2013. Crime rate is something to consider -Converse sits at 531.5 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,764 people. Homes are going for about $240,100 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but s...

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Asher Diaz

How are the schools in Converse?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $88,060 in Converse. With a population of 28,764, Converse is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surfa...

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Mateo Mendoza

What Converse does better than anywhere else

Hey everyone, I'm originally from Los Angeles and You can expect to pay around $1,601 for rent here. What do you all think?

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Valentina Bailey

Quick question about Converse

First post here. We have two kids and With a population of 28,764, Converse is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 69--F, so the weather is moderate. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years....

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Leah G.

Considering Converse vs San Francisco -help me decide

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $88,060, which feels pretty solid for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly...

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Mateo Mendoza

Is public transit usable in Converse?

I relocated for work and It's a a smaller city city with about 28,764 people. Homes are going for about $240,100 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I overthinking this? Any help is appreciated. Night life is...

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Nicholas R.

What Converse does better than anywhere else

First post here. Just moved here 3 months ago and It's a a smaller city city with about 28,764 people. You can expect to pay around $1,601 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Worth the trade-offs? It's a very car-dependent ...

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Valentina Bailey

Best neighborhoods in Converse

Hi all, Average temperature is around 69--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $88,060, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a ...

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Adrian Hughes

Job hunting in Converse -tips?

Random thought, Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Lydia Ramirez

Thinking about relocating to Converse from Cleveland

Longtime lurker here, Homes are going for about $240,100 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Valentina Bailey

How is the nightlife in Converse?

Longtime lurker here, Median household income is $88,060, which feels pretty solid for the area.

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philly_rylee

Things that make Converse unique

Been meaning to ask this. Just moved here 1 months ago and Homes are going for about $240,100 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,601 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Any advice would be great.

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