Hey, Just moved here 8 months ago and The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What would you do? Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Eva Turner
Can confirm, been here 9 years.
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Paisley
I've lived in Eastside for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong job market in several industries
- The community vibe scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ryan Parker
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I genuinely enjoy living here. Compared to Austin it's average.
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Madelyn Long
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Houston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Fairview. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in construction. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Aubrey Garcia
My experience has been mostly positive. it was the best decision I ever made. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, Definitely worth checking out..
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Declan Watson
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in Downtown area are tough. Kids love it here.
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