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Arianna P. moving

Moving to East Stroudsburg with kids -good idea?

Longtime lurker here, Rent is about $1,375/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $61,792 in East Stroudsburg. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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chicagofan2022
I've lived in Uptown for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Strong job market in several industries
- The safety scene is decent

The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Far from beaches/mountains

Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for singles. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ian King
thanks for sharing
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Alexander Jackson
underrated comment
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dcwalker2021
I work in consulting here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is hit or miss. Hope this helps!.
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Hannah M.
I work in education here and I genuinely enjoy living here. The job market for my field is challenging. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Grace Martinez
Moved here from Seattle about 9 years ago. I love the pace of life here. Still getting used to public transit but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Leonardo Kelly
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Dallas, I was surprised by community vibe. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Diverse dining options
- The cultural scene scene is average

The downsides:
- Limited entertainment options
- Bugs and humidity in summer

Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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