Would love some local perspective. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Gabriel A.
100%
34 upvotes
nyclocal2020
Came here for retirement and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The healthcare is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
31 upvotes
Carter Sanders
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are pretty good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
23 upvotes
Wyatt Ward
Came here for family and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The food scene is honestly surprisingly good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
20 upvotes
Sarah Kim
I've lived in Highland for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Close to major attractions
- The cultural scene scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Hope this helps!.
20 upvotes
Luke C.
I work in manufacturing here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is average. Definitely worth checking out..
19 upvotes
Genesis Cooper
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Asher Long
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is healthcare. it's been a really good experience overall. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Sarah R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Riverside. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in retail. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Logan Hernandez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely solid and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Springfield) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. nightlife is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
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.
12 upvotes
Nora Ross
Used to live on the Old Town side, now on the Greenfield side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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cincy_andrew
Bought a house here in 2017 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Daniel Hernandez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely pretty good and I've found the quality of life is solid. My neighborhood (Riverside) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Road conditions need improvement.
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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