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Christina R. best-worst

What surprised you most about DeSoto?

Hello, Rent is about $1,478/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -DeSoto sits at 325.8 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,478 for rent here. Homes are going for about $282,600 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

Pros:
- Good job market
- Diverse community
- Good internet infrastructure
- Active local events

Cons:
- Cold winters
- Limited dining options
- High property taxes
- Limited cultural events
- Homelessness issues downtown
Looking forward to hearing from you all. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Maverick K.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Midtown. It's average for what you get.

Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in marketing. If you're in retail you might struggle.

People: Generally improving. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: solid. Tons of options if you like craft beer.

Feel free to reach out with questions..
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tucson_camila
The food scene here is average. Tons of great seafood places. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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