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Nova H. housing

Is it worth buying in Emporia?

Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,060/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I overthinking this? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Lucy Reed
I've lived in South for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The dating scene scene is pretty good

The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Bugs and humidity in summer

Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Landon A.
seconding this
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