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Oliver Lopez
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Rent vs buy in Eagle -what makes sense?
Hey folks, We're a young couple and Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Evelyn Young
spot on
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Ava King
Weather-wise, the summers are improving and winters are growing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Jace Kim
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Phoenix about 10 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are growing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Hope this helps!.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Phoenix about 10 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are growing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Hope this helps!.
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Wesley Clark
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from LA about 7 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited public transit options
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are affordable, gas is challenging.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from LA about 7 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited public transit options
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are affordable, gas is challenging.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Madelyn Jones
nah I disagree
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Theodore M.
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Amelia
great question, following
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Maverick Johnson
I'm a contractor and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Isaac Rodriguez
I work in legal here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is better than expected. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Luca Martinez
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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chicagoguy2020
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 1 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
I've been here 1 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Natalie Brown
literally same
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Theodore
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is solid in most areas.
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