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Piper Robinson
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Worst things about East St. Louis nobody talks about
Hey everyone, Thoughts? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Cooper C.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
40 upvotes
portlandvibes2023
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Uptown area are challenging. Kids love it here.
39 upvotes
Jacob C.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is decent in most areas.
39 upvotes
Adeline Lewis
I've lived in Riverside for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
- The school system scene is tough
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Feel free to reach out with questions..
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
- The school system scene is tough
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Feel free to reach out with questions..
37 upvotes
Jonathan Robinson
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in Fairview area are solid. Kids love it here.
33 upvotes
sunny_zoey4
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Kayden Nelson
I've been living here for 7 years and I'd say it's been a really good experience overall. The traffic is pretty good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
27 upvotes
Chloe Young
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 4 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
I've been here 4 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
25 upvotes
miamilocal2020
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 13 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
I've been here 13 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
23 upvotes
Claire C.
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. it's been a really good experience overall.
23 upvotes
Grace Kim
it depends on the neighborhood
21 upvotes
Hannah Smith
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Houston about 4 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are developing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. No regrets on my end..
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Houston about 4 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are developing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. No regrets on my end..
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native_kayden55
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Denver about 4 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are stable, gas is challenging.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I'm a chef who relocated here from Denver about 4 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are stable, gas is challenging.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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