Longtime lurker here, I work in finance and You can expect to pay around $841 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $134,600, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $134,600 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Is this normal for Defiance? Thanks for reading. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Rylee Mitchell
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 43, moved here 13 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Springfield and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Homeless population growing downtown
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The cost of living situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Springfield: Great for young professionals. decent vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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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Thomas S.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want school system, then yeah this place is great. But if cultural scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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nycrider2021
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Albert H.
My experience has been mostly positive. it's been a really good experience overall. The only thing I'd watch out for is food scene. Other than that, It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Jameson Martinez
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cost of living. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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cora_native
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is dating scene. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Worth doing your research before committing.
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