Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move
First post here. We have two kids and The median home value here is around $202,900, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,030/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for DeKalb?
Longtime lurker here, Born and raised here. Median household income is $46,564, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, which is concerning. The median home value here is around $202,900, which is actually reasonable. There's a real sense of community in certain ne...
Hey, I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
Anyone else feel this way? Been living here since 2010. Median household income is $46,564, which feels on the lower side for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What are your go-to spots?
Hi all, Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $202,900 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to.
Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, which is concerning. Rent is about $1,030/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Does this match your experience? I'd say it's ...
Hey everyone, Just moved here 8 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -DeKalb sits at 577.5 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for DeKalb? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
Random thought, Homes are going for about $202,900 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
OK so You can expect to pay around $1,030 for rent here.
My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $1,030/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
So, The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
Hey everyone, I'm single, late 40s, and With a population of 40,464, DeKalb is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Should I be concerned?
OK so I've been here for 1 years and Poverty rate is 18.9%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $46,564, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 40,464 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a ...
Hey folks, Been living here since 2019. Crime rate is something to consider -DeKalb sits at 577.5 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, which is concerning. The median home value here is around $202,900, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfec...
I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,030 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, which is concerning. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What do you all think?
Hey, Been living here since 2006. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, which is concerning. Poverty rate is 18.9%, which is higher than I expected. With a population of 40,464, DeKalb is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -DeKalb sits at 577.5 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know th...
First post here. We have two kids and Poverty rate is 18.
Anyone else feel this way? I'm originally from Boston and Poverty rate is 18.9%, which is higher than I expected. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cheers. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is de...