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Gianna C.
best-worst
Best and worst neighborhoods in Davenport
The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts?
8 upvotes
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Cameron
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is average in most areas.
31 upvotes
Everett R.
couldn't agree more
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Sarah Davis
I've lived in East for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The safety scene is improving
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The safety scene is improving
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
30 upvotes
Savannah S.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Seattle and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Midtown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in education. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Hope this helps!.
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Midtown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in education. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Hope this helps!.
29 upvotes
Austin Gray
underrated comment
29 upvotes
happy_claire91
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
23 upvotes
Ella Thompson
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's exactly what I was looking for. Internet is decent in most areas.
17 upvotes
Arianna Hughes
haha yep pretty much
9 upvotes
mountain_valentina3
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 3 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Springfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I've been here 3 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Springfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
9 upvotes
Madelyn King
Bought a house here in 2023 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
5 upvotes
Emma Alvarez
thanks for sharing
2 upvotes