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Arianna

Top 5 things I love about Denton

OK so We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,344 for rent here. Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What do you all think? Thanks for reading.

5 replies 57 upvotes best-worst
Carolyn C.

The good and bad of living in Denton

Hi all, I work in media and It's a a mid-size city city with about 147K people. You can expect to pay around $1,344 for rent here. Rent is about $1,344/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Cost of living is defini...

24 replies 39 upvotes living
Ezra Evans

What's it really like living in Denton?

Been meaning to ask this. Crime rate is something to consider — Denton sits at 233.9 per 100K. Poverty rate is 7.8%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? There's a real sense of community ...

1 replies 45 upvotes living
Arianna

How are the schools in Denton?

I'm a 44-year-old teacher and Crime rate is something to consider — Denton sits at 233.9 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 147K people. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Isabelle Morales

Why I chose Denton over bigger cities

Hey folks, There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Should I be concerned?

9 replies 16 upvotes living
Michael Thompson

Internet providers in Denton?

Hey folks, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,344/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Anyone in a similar situation? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real s...

4 replies 22 upvotes qa
Nolan R.

First time home buyer in Denton

Random thought, What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

1 replies 49 upvotes housing
Arianna

Moving to Denton with kids — good idea?

I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider — Denton sits at 233.9 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

2 replies 60 upvotes moving
Arianna

Housing market in Denton right now

Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 13 years and Median household income is $73,719, which feels about average for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Cheers.

6 replies 59 upvotes housing
Leo White

Moving to Denton with kids — good idea?

I'm a 45-year-old teacher and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $325,700 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Denton? The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of livi...

14 replies 44 upvotes moving
sffan2023

Job hunting in Denton — tips?

I relocated for work and There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

1 replies 1 upvotes jobs
Mackenzie Mitchell

Best areas to explore in Denton?

I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $73,719 in Denton. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd sa...

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Avery Rivera

Best apartments in Denton under ?

Alright, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $1,344 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thanks! Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot i...

6 replies 9 upvotes housing
Kayden Cruz

Internet providers in Denton?

Hello, You can expect to pay around $1,344 for rent here. Rent is about $1,344/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What would you do?

2 replies 43 upvotes qa
Isabelle Morales

Starting a business in Denton?

Hey, I've been here for 20 years and With a population of 147K, Denton is a mid-size city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

10 replies 37 upvotes jobs
Madeline C.

Housing market in Denton right now

Rent is about $1,344/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,344 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new develo...

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Ezra Mendoza

Is Denton good for remote workers?

I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $325,700, which seems about average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What would you do? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The ci...

1 replies 36 upvotes jobs
Emma R.

Freelancing from Denton — experience?

Anyone else feel this way? You can expect to pay around $1,344 for rent here. 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. Would love some local perspective. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has inve...

3 replies 51 upvotes jobs
Leo White

Job hunting in Denton — tips?

Hey folks, Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 7.8%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $325,700 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

7 replies 5 upvotes jobs
Mackenzie Mitchell

Most overrated things about Denton

We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $325,700, which seems about average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 147K people. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $73,719, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better f...

0 replies 17 upvotes best-worst
Bruce C.

Best areas to explore in Denton?

The median home value here is around $325,700, which seems about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Denton? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Roman R.

Life in Denton as a young professional

Alright, People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What do you all think? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Violet H.

Things that make Denton unique

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $73,719, which feels about average for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for Denton? Any help is appreciated.

2 replies 41 upvotes best-worst
Isabelle Morales

Dog-friendly places in Denton?

Hi all, I work in government and Median household income is $73,719, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider — Denton sits at 233.9 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not p...

6 replies 18 upvotes qa
Madeline C.

Rent in Denton getting crazy

Alright, I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,344 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

18 replies 30 upvotes housing
Roman R.

Moving to Denton for work — advice?

I'm a 44-year-old mechanic and Household incomes average around $73,719 in Denton. Rent is about $1,344/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider — Denton sits at 233.9 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wor...

1 replies 19 upvotes moving
Catherine S.

Best things about Denton that nobody talks about

As a 5-year resident, here are some things about Denton that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. Community events happen almost every weekend 3. Cost of living is way better than people think Give it a chance if you're considering it!

11 replies 27 upvotes best-worst
Benjamin Murphy

Commute times in Denton — how bad?

Hey everyone, The median home value here is around $325,700, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $73,719 in Denton. Rent is about $1,344/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Any advice would be great. Property taxes are high ...

13 replies 47 upvotes jobs
Ryan Bennett

Biggest downsides of living in Denton?

OK so I work in finance and Poverty rate is 7.8%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $325,700 on average. Crime rate is something to consider — Denton sits at 233.9 per 100K. The median home value here is around $325,700, which seems about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent y...

6 replies 46 upvotes best-worst
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