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Riley Wright
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Commute times in Fairport Harbor -how bad?
Hey folks, Anyone in a similar situation?
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Eva Wilson
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 11 years here, that's my honest assessment.
35 upvotes
Hudson
100%
32 upvotes
Sadie Foster
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Westside for 3 years. Moved from Salt Lake City for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
legal is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor scene is tough - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Westside schools are decent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Bugs and humidity in summer. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 5/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Westside for 3 years. Moved from Salt Lake City for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
legal is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor scene is tough - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Westside schools are decent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Bugs and humidity in summer. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 5/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
31 upvotes
Adam Sanchez
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. the quality of life is solid. Compared to Phoenix it's tough.
23 upvotes
Josiah
interesting, hadn't considered that
18 upvotes
Noah C.
literally same
15 upvotes
Adam G.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Midtown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in construction. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Midtown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in construction. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Alice
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 5 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Four distinct seasons
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are developing, gas is challenging.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 5 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Four distinct seasons
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are developing, gas is challenging.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Happy to answer more specific questions..
10 upvotes
Connor Carter
thanks for sharing
8 upvotes
Julian Brown
exactly what I was thinking
4 upvotes