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Paisley Lewis
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Commute from Mission Hills to downtown El Paso
OK honest question - My wife and I moved here from Omaha about 3 years ago.
2 upvotes
10 Replies
Ethan Parker
You're not wrong.
47 upvotes
Daniel W.
Born here, left for 10 years, came back. The {industry} scene here is really picking up.. The city has changed a lot.
45 upvotes
Sadie Wilson
Alright, I'm going to write the reply I wish someone had written for me when I was researching El Paso.
Background: 25, remote worker, moved from Baltimore 5 years ago for a fresh start. Currently in Mission Hills.
**Housing:**
The market is great right now. We went with Mission Hills because friends recommended it. Paid /mo starting out, now at /mo. If I could do it again, I'd look at Mesita - it's established and the value is better.
**Work:**
finance jobs are tough here. I was worried coming from Baltimore but the market is promising. Salary-wise, expect it varies wildly by field.
**Social Life:**
This was my biggest worry. First 9 months were tough. Then I found my people through a kickball league. Now I have a solid group. El Paso people are reserved at first once you break through.
**Day to Day:**
- Groceries: pricey
- Traffic: not as bad as people say
- Dining out: improving rapidly
- Entertainment: plenty to do on weekends
**Would I move here again?**
Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.. For couples, I'd give it a 9/10.
Feel free to DM me with specific questions - happy to help fellow newcomers.
Background: 25, remote worker, moved from Baltimore 5 years ago for a fresh start. Currently in Mission Hills.
**Housing:**
The market is great right now. We went with Mission Hills because friends recommended it. Paid /mo starting out, now at /mo. If I could do it again, I'd look at Mesita - it's established and the value is better.
**Work:**
finance jobs are tough here. I was worried coming from Baltimore but the market is promising. Salary-wise, expect it varies wildly by field.
**Social Life:**
This was my biggest worry. First 9 months were tough. Then I found my people through a kickball league. Now I have a solid group. El Paso people are reserved at first once you break through.
**Day to Day:**
- Groceries: pricey
- Traffic: not as bad as people say
- Dining out: improving rapidly
- Entertainment: plenty to do on weekends
**Would I move here again?**
Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.. For couples, I'd give it a 9/10.
Feel free to DM me with specific questions - happy to help fellow newcomers.
40 upvotes
Isaac M.
I walk my dog through West Side every day and Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.. The vibe has really shifted in the past couple years.
39 upvotes
Santiago Ramirez
Noted.
33 upvotes
Madison P.
Yep.
32 upvotes
Everett Jimenez
Let me give you the perspective nobody asked for but everyone needs.
I've lived in Las Cruces area, Manhattan Heights, and currently in West Side. Each one feels like a different city honestly.
Rent comparison:
- Las Cruces area: /mo for a 1-bed
- Manhattan Heights: about /mo
- West Side: /mo but great
Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable.. The key is finding your neighborhood. Once you do, El Paso really clicks. Hope that helps!
I've lived in Las Cruces area, Manhattan Heights, and currently in West Side. Each one feels like a different city honestly.
Rent comparison:
- Las Cruces area: /mo for a 1-bed
- Manhattan Heights: about /mo
- West Side: /mo but great
Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable.. The key is finding your neighborhood. Once you do, El Paso really clicks. Hope that helps!
17 upvotes
Luke Morris
Been here 10 years, can vouch for this.
11 upvotes
Madeline Allen
Weekend warrior here - El Paso is great for running. I don't understand why more people don't talk about {hood}.
5 upvotes
Adrian Rogers
Let me give you the perspective nobody asked for but everyone needs.
I've lived in Mesita, Central, and currently in Horizon City. Each one feels like a different city honestly.
Rent comparison:
- Mesita: /mo for a 1-bed
- Central: about /mo
- Horizon City: /mo but pretty good
The food scene in {hood} is honestly incredible.. The key is finding your neighborhood. Once you do, El Paso really clicks. Happy to answer questions.
I've lived in Mesita, Central, and currently in Horizon City. Each one feels like a different city honestly.
Rent comparison:
- Mesita: /mo for a 1-bed
- Central: about /mo
- Horizon City: /mo but pretty good
The food scene in {hood} is honestly incredible.. The key is finding your neighborhood. Once you do, El Paso really clicks. Happy to answer questions.
4 upvotes