Hey everyone, I'm retired and With a population of 1,039, Egypt is a small town. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Does this match your experience? Thanks for reading. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Brielle Wright
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 4 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Isabelle B.
Moved here from Minneapolis about 5 years ago. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Still getting used to outdoor recreation but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Elijah Ortiz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Downtown. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Kai Torres
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a project manager, 26, moved here 4 years ago from Tampa. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The community vibe situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for retirees. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: 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 Tampa, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $40K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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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Samuel Cook
100%
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Leonardo T.
Came here for family and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The job market is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Sofia Rivera
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 11 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Joe R.
I work in real estate here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is excellent. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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