So, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $1,892/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any advice would be great. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Gabriel James
Used to live on the Oak Park side, now on the Sunset side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Easton Reed
I've been living here for 4 years and I'd say I genuinely enjoy living here. The food scene is excellent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Madison O.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from San Diego and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Springfield. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Parker Brooks
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because it's been a really good experience overall. The traffic is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Alexander Wright
I've lived in Midtown for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
- The pet-friendliness scene is tough
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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