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Bennett Cook qa

Best coffee shops in Dudley?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Homes are going for about $100,700 on ave
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Mateo Hill
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.

I've been here 13 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is pretty good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Feel free to reach out with questions..
37 upvotes
Quinn Miller
hard disagree but ok
30 upvotes
Arthur C.
As someone who grew up here, it's been a really good experience overall. A lot has changed in the past few years though. safety used to be much reasonable but now it's excellent.
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sd_christian
following this thread
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Jameson Lopez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.

I've been in Fairview for 9 years. Moved from Atlanta for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:

**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.

**Employment:**
real estate is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.

**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is solid - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.

**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are solid. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.

**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited public transit options. Summers can be brutally hot. And community vibe can be frustrating.

**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 6/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Ezra Jackson
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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