Curious what people think. Just moved here 18 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -Elizabeth City sits at 510.8 per 100K.
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Kai Bennett
not my experience at all
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Liam Campbell
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 9 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is walkability. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Patrick C.
Moved here from San Francisco about 10 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to cultural scene but No regrets on my end..
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Lucas Thomas
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely solid and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Riverside) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Dallas, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Caleb Morris
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, the quality of life is solid. No regrets on my end..
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Owen Adams
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in North. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in government. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Lauren R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Eastside. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in real estate. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Asian.
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