Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are With a population of 12,663, Enumclaw is a small town. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cheers. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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desert_emma37
Moved here from Boston about 12 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to food scene but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Aaron J.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Midtown. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Russell P.
thanks for sharing
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Gianna K.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value traffic, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely improving and I've found the quality of life is solid. My neighborhood (East) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. outdoor recreation is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
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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Liam Watson
I've lived in Springfield for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
- The public transit scene is decent
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Aria
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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