Hey everyone, I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $199,600 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Clara P.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 38, moved here 10 years ago from Atlanta. I've lived in Highland and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Dating scene is rough
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The walkability situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for families. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: 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 Atlanta, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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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Hudson Rodriguez
lol so true
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Sophie Richardson
As someone who grew up here, it was the best decision I ever made. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much stable but now it's better than expected.
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Christian P.
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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