Anyone else feel this way? I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,812 for rent here. The median home value here is around $726,000, which is pretty steep. With a population of 50,159, Draper is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thoughts? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Brooks F.
Used to live on the Maple Ridge side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. it exceeded my expectations.
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Stella Cooper
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a pharmacist, 37, moved here 11 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Sunset and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The traffic situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for young professionals. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Highland: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Nashville, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Kinsley
seconding this
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Isaiah Wright
The food scene here is challenging. Tons of great craft beer places. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Leonardo
it depends on the neighborhood
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Everly
I've lived in Fairview for about 7 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 Portland, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Active local events and festivals
- Close to major attractions
- The school system scene is average
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Definitely worth checking out..
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