Homes are going for about $1,702,000 on average. Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a small town city with about 10,101 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. 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. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Isabelle Ortiz
Used to live on the Westside side, now on the Midtown side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Roger D.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Springfield. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in retail. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Sophia Hughes
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 11 years. Moved from Nashville for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2018 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. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is excellent - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are tough. 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. Rising rent and home prices. Nightlife is limited. And dating scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 8/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Lily Alvarez
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Aubrey Bailey
noted, appreciate it
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Colton Carter
hmm interesting perspective
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Leo Peterson
Moved here from Chicago about 11 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to job market but No regrets on my end..
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Lillian
We moved here with our family and I genuinely enjoy living here. Schools in Riverside area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Luke Jackson
hard disagree but ok
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Emily Price
hmm interesting perspective
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Caleb Jones
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want healthcare, then yeah this place is great. But if food scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Lucy Ramirez
I work in education here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is better than expected. Hope this helps!.
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