Anyone else feel this way? I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $3,105 for rent here. Poverty rate is 0.8%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $3,105/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $713,100, which is pretty steep. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Has anyone dealt with this? The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Elizabeth
haha yep pretty much
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native_evan65
I've been living here for 3 years and I'd say I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The food scene is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Carson Lee
nah I disagree
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Santiago
Can confirm, been here 11 years.
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Ezra D.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value housing market, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Eastside) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Brooklyn Parker
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Alexa Peterson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely decent and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Downtown) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Sophie
Moved here from Austin about 1 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to cultural scene but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Wesley M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 15 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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