Longtime lurker here, Homes are going for about $93,200 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should I be concerned? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Michael F.
Can confirm, been here 8 years.
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Madelyn Cook
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want healthcare, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Ariana
Saving this thread
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Christian Jackson
nah I disagree
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Paisley G.
nah I disagree
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Andrew Martinez
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Bruce W.
this is the way
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Avery M.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is tough in most areas.
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Christian
same here
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Willow Murphy
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Uptown area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Leo C.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 28, moved here 12 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in North and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Close to major attractions
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Urban sprawl is real
3. The walkability situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for families. average vibes, walkable.
- Sunset: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Salt Lake City, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Piper Bailey
My experience has been mostly positive. it's exactly what I was looking for. The only thing I'd watch out for is food scene. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
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